AN EVENING WITH A GASTRONOMIC TRIP AROUND THE WORLD WITH CHEF JUD FLYNN
Saturday, June 13th | First Course served at 6:00 PM
Chef Jud Flynn has curated a theatrical "Five-Act" menu, expertly pairing each course to elevate the nuances of these exceptional small-lot and barrel-aged selections. Stan Davis from “The Robin Cellars” will be the Sommelier and will speak about each wine and how it pairs with each course.
The Program
First Act Buttered Hors D’ Ouevres
The Dish: New Zealand Mussels with Pesto, Thai Tom Yum Lobster Cocktail, Wagyu Beef Crostini with Cambozola
The Wine: Left Coast, White Pinot Noir Willamette Valley (2023)
Second Act
The Dish: Pan Seared Monkfish and Scallops Basquaise. Served with silk Pomme, Paris Mushrooms, tomatoes, garlic, and herbs. Finished with Beurre Blanc sauce.
The Wine: Domaine Long-Depaquit, Chablis (2023)
Third Act
The Dish: Wagyu Beef Tartare featuring minced beef tenderloin mixed with herbs and spices, topped with roasted bone marrow. Served with toasted baguettes.
The Wine: Chateau Thivin, Cote De Brouilly (2024)
Fourth Act
The Dish: Australian Rack of Lamb accompanied by Syrah-Infused Chevre, roasted root vegetables, and finished with a Rosemary-scented pan sauce.
The Wine: Owen Roe, Syrah Ex. Umbris Columbia Valley (2023)
Finishing Act
The Dish: French Caramelized Apple Tart with Vanilla Bean Ice cream
The Wine: La Fleur Renaissance, Sauternes (NV)
Event Details
Location: 2090 Brooksfield Road, Blacksburg, VA 24060
Time: First course is served promptly at 6:00 PM
Pricing: $175 per person plus
VIP Seating: The first 14 guests to register will receive exclusive seating at the Chef’s Table, putting you in the heart of the action.
A Note on Travel: We want to ensure all of our guests have a safe and enjoyable evening. As there will be wine pairings with dinner, we highly encourage you to use Uber or Lyft or to carpool. To allow you to fully enjoy our wine pairings without any worries, we recommend arranging for transportation home, as the road to the property has some sharp turns.
This event will sell out fast, so be sure to get your tickets early as seats sell fast..
The son of E. Claiborne and Lora Robins, E. Claiborne Robins Jr. was born and raised in Virginia. Through his travels around the world in his position with the family's pharmaceutical business, Mr. Robins developed a deep appreciation for the winemaker's dedication to their craft and how wine was an integral part of the culture in many societies. Coming back to the States, Mr. Robins, filled with rich experiences, saw the opportunity to give voice to small family-owned wineries to wine consumers in Virginia. Arising from this passion, Mr. Robins founded The Robins Cellars in 1990.
Over the years, Mr. Robins has seen many of his beloved wineries grow to national and multi-national levels. Through it all, the foundation of The Robins Cellars has remained true - dedication to the small family winery and the artistry of finely crafted wines. Entrepreneur, philanthropist, historian, father, and grandfather; Mr. Robins' passion for wine, dedication to quality service, and giving voice to small wineries is undiminished.
Mr. Robins and the Robins family have been, and continue to be, unprecedented benefactors in the Richmond area and Virginia as a whole. Whether it be through individual donations or through their foundation, The Robins Foundation, they continue to give back to the community they love and are a part of.
