Bodegas Bhilar Wine Dinner
Schedule
Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 06:30 pm
UTC-04:00Location
1106 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49506 | Grand Rapids, MI
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Join us April 23 as we eat and drink our way through the Basque country of Spain. The evening will feature a five-course dinner, paired with wines from Bodegas Bhilar, and stories from Matt and Cyndi's trip there in January.Located in the Basque country, Bodegas Bhilar is a boutique winery in Elvillar, Rioja Alavesa. Owned by husband and wife team, David Sampedro and Melanie Hickman, the winery is dedicated to producing unique wines that reflect a sense of place through biodynamic viticulture and minimal intervention in the winery. David started this journey in 1999 with just three hectares of vines that he converted organic viticulture to reveal a different side of Rioja in a bottle. In 2014, in an effort to become an eco-conscious winery, David and Melanie eliminated tractors, and reintroduced horses to plow the soil. By 2016, they realized their dream of becoming an eco-conscious winery that blends into the surrounding landscape.
To highlight the featured wines, we have prepared a five-course meal inspired by the Basque region:
First Course: Pintxo
A trio of traditional Spanish snacks
Wine Pairing: Lagrimas de Bhilar Garnacha Blanc; Navarra 2023
Second Course: Spring Peas and Cod
Fresh spring peas and seared cod in an almond broth
Wine Pairing: Bhilar Rioja Blanco; Rioja Alevesa 2022
Third Course: Duck with Rice and Black Mushrooms
Roasted duck breast over black rice, with black trumpet and wood ear mushrooms
Wine Pairing: Lagrimas de Bhilar Graciano; Rioja Alevesa 2022
Fourth Course: La Parrille
Mixed grill of Spanish chorizos, secreto, and pork ribs
Wine Pairings: Eterea Kripan Hapa White; Rioja Alevesa 2018
Bhilar Rioja Tinto; Rioja Alevesa 2022
Phinca Paraje el Vedao Garnacha; Rioja Alevesa 2019
Fifth Course: Tarta de Santiago
A traditional Spanish almond cake
Coffee and tea service
When designing menus, we do our best to be mindful of common allergens and food restrictions while honoring the region we're taking inspiration from. If you have specific questions, please call the shop.
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All ticket sales are final and non-refundable. You may transfer your ticket to another party.
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