McWatters Wine Dinner
March 16, 2018
50 Years with Harry McWatters: Celebrating a BC Wine Icon
Join us for a very special dinner at Hart House Restaurant to honor and celebrate Harry McWatters, pioneer of the BC Wine Industry.
Chef Mike Genest will prepare a four course dinner paired with Encore Vineyards' wines:
Time Winery
Evolve Cellars
McWatters Collection
Friday March 16, 2018
6:30pm
$125 per person
(includes tax and gratuity)
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RECEPTION
~ “Everything” Spiced Brioche Toast, Compressed Cucumber, Dill Labneh, Pickled Purple Ninja Radish ~
~ Salt Cod Beignets, Herb Mayonnaise ~
Evolve Cellars Pink Effervescence
1st
Dungeness Crab
Smoked Avocado, Charred Pineapple, Watercress, Espelette, Crème Fraiche
McWatters Collection Chardonnay
2nd
Tortellini
Confit Pork, Anchovy , Brown Butter, Piave Vecchio
TIME Syrah
3rd
Lamb Duo
Herb Crusted Lamb Loin + Braised Lamb Crepinette, Sunchoke Puree, Porcini Mushroom, Pomegranate Jus
McWatters Collection Meritage
4th
Sweet Dumpling
Coconut Custard, Tropical Fruit Medley, Macadamia Nut Croquant
Evolve Cellars Elan Sparkling
Fin
Petit Fours
White Chocolate Bon Bon, Champagne Reduction, Cashew Praline
It is no exaggeration to say that Dr. McWatters is a legend in the BC wine business. He started working in the industry in 1968, and over the years was involved in founding a number of important organizations, including the British Columbia Wine Institute, the British Columbia Wine Information Society, and the BC Hospitality Foundation charity. Perhaps his most significant contribution was his involvement in the founding of VQA Canada, which has had a profound impact on how wine is made and promoted in this province, as well as championing BC wines around the world. Throughout his career, McWatters has worked tirelessly to develop quality standards in wine growing, winemaking, and marketing.
Of course, McWatters is also known for his hands-on work in the business. He established the groundbreaking Sumac Ridge winery in 1980, as well as See Ya Later Ranch. He is currently the President & CEO of Encore Vineyards, and last August he marked his 50th vintage with the first crush at the new TIME Winery facility in Penticton. The Hart House event will feature a menu prepared by Hart House Chef Mike Genest, paired with wines from TIME, Evolve Cellars, and the McWatters Collection. Dr. McWatters, as guest of honour, will comment on the wines over the course of the evening.
Terms & Conditions
Tickets sales are non-refundable and only valid for the specific event. Only if Hart House Restaurant cancels the event the amount will be refunded. Tickets are transferable to another person.
The purchase receipt must be printed and shown at arrival as proof of purchase. The purchase price includes alcohol service.
All attending persons must be 19 years or older .
Menus are subject to change.
