Farm to Table Wine Dinner

Farm to Table Wine Dinner With Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard & Chef & Master Sommelier, Christopher Bates at The Left Bank Geneva, NY

Friday, 13 June 2014

An event to celebrate the annual Wine Symposium of the Finger Lakes

Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyards will team up with Master Sommelier, executive chef and winemaker, Christopher Bates and Isabel Bogadtke, owners of F.L.X. Wienery and Element Winery for an unforgettable gastronomic experience at the majestic gallery space “The Left Bank” in Geneva, NY. We invite you to join us for an evening of delicious food, impeccable wines, old friends and lots of fun. “We have planned an informal meal, served family style, to foster a more convivial atmosphere. We are all here to connect, so whether you want to catch up with old friends, meet fellow industry members, or make new connections, this dinner will be the place to be.” says Oskar Bynke of Hermann J. Wiemery Vineyard.

Culinary mastermind Bates and hospitality guru Isabel will seek inspiration for the meal from the plentitude of artisanal farmers around us in the Finger Lakes. The locally sourced farmers dinner will be paired with a selection of wines from Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard, ranging from their rare hand disgorged sparkling wine to their exclusive dessert wine. Winemaker Fred Merwarth and Oskar Bynke of H.J.W. Vineyard will act as your sommeliers and hosts for the evening. “It is an honor to have been asked to work with Wiemer’s wines. I really look forward to the opportunity to have our cuisine on display with such amazing wines. Besides, I look forward to seeing Oskar & Freds’ sommelier skills.” says Bates.

Please join us for this rustic farmers dinner, served family style, as Bates treats us to the breadth of his culinary skills paired with the delicate, cool climate wines of Hermann J. Wiemer in one of the most elegant venues in the Finger Lakes.

Date: Friday, June 13th 2014 Time: 7:30pm Dinner Location: 26 Linden Street, Geneva NY (Map) Tickets: email [email protected] or call Isabel at 585.208.0658 for information and reservation Microclimate Wine Bar will offer direct sales at 38 Linden Street (Map) (4:30pm-12am Wednesday-Saturday and 5pm-10pm Sunday and Monday, closed Tuesday)

Reservation is required

Price: $99 per person includes dinner, wine, tax and gratuity The annual Wine Symposium of the Finger Lakes, 13-14 June 2014, is an exquisite wine and food experience held in the heart of the Finger Lakes, in Geneva, N.Y. As part of the celebration of the excellence of the region’s grape growers and winemakers, the Wine Symposium of the Finger Lakes includes the Finger Lakes AVA Riesling Challenge and a Grand Tasting Event on Friday, 13 June. For agenda and activities please visit website: Symposium Program

Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard estate bottled and grown wines are a testament that the Finger Lakes is one of the world’s premier Riesling growing regions. The winery's constant dedication to quality and artisanal winemaking results in hand-crafted wines known for their distinctive features and elegance. The winery has been recognized as one of the world’s Top 100 Estates by Wine & Spirits Magazine five times. Additionally, Wine Spectator has listed the winery on the top 100 Wines in the world, and critics and connoisseurs across the world consider Wiemer as one of the top Riesling producers. Website: Wiemer Vineyard

Christopher Bates & Isabel Bogadtke Together they run Element Winery and own and operate F.L.X. Wienery, an artisanal fast casual restaurant on the Seneca Wine trail in Dundee, NY.

Christopher has spent the last decade leading Relais & Chateaux properties, including the Hotel Fauchère and the Inn at Dos Brisas as General Manager and Executive Chef. Christopher is one of only 214 people in the world to become a Master Sommelier and the only Chef in the world to hold the title. Additionally he holds titles such as Certified Wine Educator and Certified Specialist of Spirits and was named TopSomm 2013 and Best Young Sommelier in the World 2012 by the Chaine de Rotisseur.

Isabel Bogadtke, recognized by Mobil Travel Guide for offering the “Best Service in the World” brings details from her five-star/five-diamond background. With over 15 years of experience in some of the best restaurants and hotels in the world, she is fully focused on delivering the best experience possible.

Website: F.L.X. Wienery & Element Winery Left Bank Gallery Space Newly restored by local entrepreneur Sophie Paillard Elkin, The Left Bank now operates as an event venue and an art gallery. A striking example of Beaux Arts classicism, this former Farmers and Merchants Bank is the only surviving bank building in town from the early 20th century, a fact which makes it one of the most conspicuous and beloved buildings in all of Geneva. Eager to protect it for generations to come, Sophie had it listed on the State and National Register for Historic Places and is currently seeking a LEED certification. Influenced by her French upbringing, her passion for all things art and her wish to bring people together, Sophie revels in the opportunity to share this architectural jewel with us.