Varanese Restaurant, located at 2106 Frankfort Avenue, will host the "Neyers Wine Dinner" on Tuesday, October 24, with a reception at 6:30pm and dinner at 7:00pm. The event will feature guest speaker Steve Patton of Trinchero Family Estates and six creative courses expertly paired with different varietals from the California winery. The cost is $65 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are required with a credit card and can be made by calling (502) 899-9904 or emailing letsdine@varanese.com.

The menu was created by the Varanese team led by Chef Erik Abraham and will consist of:

First Course
304 Sonoma, Chardonnay
Ivory King Salmon Ceviche
With Grilled Papaya, Mango, Pineapple and Coconut Milk
Topped with Citrus Zest and Crispy Plantains

Second Course
Carneros District, Chardonnay
Smoked Brie with Grateful Greens Spicy Mixed Greens
Topped with Toasted Cashews and Chardonnay and Golden Raisin Vinaigrette

Third Course
California Sage Canyon, Red Blend
Creamy Crawfish Risotto with Stewed Tomatoes
Topped with Cornmeal Fried Okra and Scallions

Fourth Course
Neyers Ranch, Conn Valley, Merlot
Pan Seared Duck Breast
Served over an Orange and Sweet Potato Puree
Finished with a Red Wine and Cherry Demi Glacé
Topped with Fried Leeks

Fifth Course
Left Bank Red
Char Grilled Beef Tenderloin
In a Green Peppercorn and Garlic Brandy Cream Sauce
Served over Whipped Boursin Potatoes
with Butter Poached Carrots and Haricot Verts

Sixth Course
Vista Luna, Borden Ranch, Zinfandel
Goat Cheese Cheesecake with Hazelnut Crust
Topped with a Blueberry Compote