Please join us at The Blackbird, 47 Biltmore Avenue in Asheville, on Tuesday, April 1^st for an "Evening with Familglia Rivetti Wines"

for a five course menu by chef Michael Reppert perfectly paired with Famiglia Rivetti wines.

 

This storied Langhe winery has been family owned and operated for five generations. Combining their passion for the land and indigenous varietals with organic growing practices, they create beautiful representations of the best that Langhe has to offer.  Joining us will be Sara Mischietti, assistant to winemaker Davide Rivetti and National Brand Ambassador. These wines are new to the North Carolina market and this evening will include the WNC debut of their highly rated Barolo and Barbaresco. Read More Here: https://www.famigliarivetti.it/

 

We will be enjoying their gorgeous wines with a carefully curated 5 course pairing menu from owner/chef Michael Reppert. The pairing menu will combine his love of traditional Italian fare with his mission to support local Appalachian farmers and producers by featuring seasonal offerings from the region. Celebrating the return of The Blackbird Dinner Series for 2025 and the coming promise of Spring, this dinner is sure to delight and enchant. 

 

The Blackbird 5 Course Pairing Menu- $125 per person ( exclusive of tax and gratuity). Seating at 6:30pm, Tuesday April 1^st 2025

 

Reservations on Open Table

https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=54910&restref=54910&experienceId=442331&utm_source=external&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=shared

 

News Release: Sunday, February 16th, 2025

About: Italy: Off the Beaten Path Wine Tasting

 

Join us on Thursday, March 6th from 3:30 to 5:30 for "Italy: Off the Beaten Path," #3 in the "Taste and Talk Series" with Andy Hale "at the bar" and "on the house" at MetroWines on Charlotte Street. 

 

Andy shares stories of his trip to Italy and offers to taste wines that you might pass by when shopping. "There are so many little known varietals in Italy that are amazing!" says Andy.

 

No reservations necessary and parking is free, close and easy.

News Release: Friday, January 31st, 2025

About: Wine Tasting at Quench Wine Bistro on February 12th!

 

Join us for a PALentine's Day on Wednesday, February 12th from 4-6 at Quench! Wine Bistro in Reynolds Village. Palentine's Day is a day to celebrate love and friendship. 

 

The tasting of "wines to share" will be hosted by Juniper Cooper of Johnson Brothers/Mutual, who hosts the Wine Wednesday Tasting at Quench Wine Bistro on the second Wednesday of every month. The tasting is "at the QBar" and "on the house." Parking is free, close and easy. 

 

Save the date and stand by for the announcement of wines on the taste! Bring your Pal !!

 

And, as always, Chef Sam says: "Come for the Tasting and stay for dinner!."

News Release: Monday, January 20th, 2025

About: Wine Pairing Dinner for Valentine's Day

 

   "The Aphrodite Dinner at Quench!" in Reynolds Village for Valentine's Day is set for Friday, February 14th with two seatings, 5pm and 7pm. Chef Sam Pairs Wines to Courses on his (barely legal) Menu. The evening is $150 plus tax per person. Parking in Reynolds Village is free, close and easy! And Quench! offers Downtown Asheville Food and Wine in a sophisticated but casual setting.

 

  Aphrodite, ancient Greek goddess of sexual love and beauty, identified with Venus by the Romans. The Greek word aphros means “foam.” Hesiod relates in his Theogony that Aphrodite was born from white foam produced in Heaven. Aphrodite was, in fact, widely worshipped as a goddess of the sea and of seafaring; she was also honored as a goddess of war, especially at Sparta, Thebes and Cyprus. She was, however, known primarily as a goddess of love and fertility and even occasionally presided over marriage. Brittanica: https://www.britannica.com/topic/Aphrodite-Greek-mythology

Chef Sam's menu is based on all the story of Aprodite involves, a culinary expression of this legend of love.

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MENU: https://quenchavl.com/blog/aphrodite-dinner-for-valentines-day-at-quench
* Setting the Mood -Paired with Duval-Leroy Champagne
Artisan Breads, beef tallow butter candle, black Hawaiian sea salt, Frattoria La viola EVOO

* Kama Sutra - paired with Chateau de Fleys Chablis
-Crispy fried oysters with remoulade
-Dates stuffed with mascarpone, candied bacon, pistachio
-Beet cured salmon, lemon dill goat cheese, rye toast

* Leaf by Leaf, Kiss by Kiss-paired with Girland “Patricia” Pinot Noir
Arugula, endive, aged balsamic, forbidden fruits, duck prosciutto, Fior D’Arancio fromage bleu

* Sins of the Flesh-paired with Iron + Sand Cabernet Sauvignon
Filet Mignon, sauce Belle Epoque, potato tartiflette, asparagus, gambas al ajillo

* Happy Ending (Can be served to go if the mood hits)
Chocolate pot de crème with strawberry gelee, chocolate dipped strawberries, strawberry chocolate truffles, strawberry rose dust

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***Seatings for Dinner on Friday, February 14th
5pm Seating:
https://metro-wines.shoplightspeed.com/we-are-offering-
a-5-course-4-wine-dinner-with-wine.html
7pm Seating
https://metro-wines.shoplightspeed.com/quench-valentines-
aphrodite-dinner-and-wi-65677561.html

 

Note: Dinners with Chef Sam at Quench! sell out QUICKLY. Reserve your seat NOW.
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