The Best of the Blue
November 11-12, 2011
This page has all the events that took place in 2011. Bookmark this page and return to get information about 2012’s events!
The grape harvest is over and now it’s time to celebrate with the Monterey County Vintners and Growers during the Best of the Blue! You may ask yourself: why “Best of the Blue”? The name is taken from Monterey Bay’s underwater marine sanctuary. The unique sanctuary is equivalent to the size and depth of the Grand Canyon giving it the nickname “Blue Grand Canyon”. This gorge allows Monterey County to have the perfect mix of climate and fog essential for grape-growing.
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Friday, November 11th
The Best of the Blue kicks off on Friday, November 11th with a fabulous Harvest Wine Dinner at Restaurant 1833. Executive Chef Levi Mezick will cook up a four-course feast that will compliment Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and other varietals. Guests will also have the chance to rub elbows with the winemakers who harvested and bottled the wine enjoyed around the dinner table. Tickets to the dinner are limited to 75 guests and are $150.
Saturday, November 12th
The Del Monte Aviation Hangar at the Monterey Peninsula Airport is the stage for the main event on Saturday, November 12th. Over 50 wineries will converge at the unique private jet hangar to show off the fruits of their labor. Only the best wineries in the region will showcase their wines including Bernardus Winery, Morgan Winery, Chateau Julien, Scheid Vineyards, Caraccioli Cellars and many more. Gourmet food trucks will also be hand to make your palate water with cuisine inspirations from Cuba, Switzerland, France and Italy. Tickets to Saturday’s event are $60 and include both wine and food tastings. Tickets can be purchased here.
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