Outdoor Summer Wine Dinner

Join Hyatt Regency Sonoma Wine Country for an intimate open-air wine dinner in partnership with Benziger Family Winery on Friday, August 28 at 6:30 PM in our Knights Valley Garden.

This thoughtfully curated multi-course experience highlights the flavors of Sonoma through seasonal ingredients, elevated culinary technique, and expertly paired Benziger Family Winery selections. Guests will enjoy a sparkling wine welcome reception, a refined four-course dinner, and the opportunity to connect with the Benziger team throughout the evening while learning more about the inspiration, varietals, and pairings behind each pour. Space is limited and advance reservations are required.

MENU & WINE PAIRINGS

Welcome Reception
Dungeness crab stuffed shrimp wrapped with Applewood smoked bacon
Paired with Imagery Sparkling Brut

First Course
Chardonnay Poached Halibut Cheeks
Grilled Frog Hollow peach, pea purée, micro peppercress, mint oil
Paired with West Rows Chardonnay (organic)

Second Course
Sebastopol Gourmet Farms Wild Mushroom & Forbidden Rice Risotto
Parmesan crisp, herb oil, pinot noir–dried cherry reduction
Paired with De Coelo Abora Sacra Pinot ( biodynamic)

Entrée
Grilled Espresso Dusted Rack of Lamb
Weiser Farms purple potatoes, fried green tomato, summer squash, Bordeaux-rosemary jus
Paired with Benziger Estate Sunny Slope Merlot

Dessert
Cabernet Sauvignon Banana Foster
Blackberry mascarpone stuffed brioche “French toast,” toasted pistachios, cocoa powder
Paired with Benziger Estate "Tribute," 2021

Seating is limited. Advance reservations are required. Guests must be 21 years of age or older to attend. Price includes 10% sales tax and 16% service charge.