Dover Hall Winemaker Dinner Series with Fred D'Amato from Oleandri Wines

Join us for another very special and intimate Winemaker Dinner Series event with , where tradition, terroir, and craftsmanship converge in every glass. Nestled in California’s iconic wine country, Oleandri crafts small-lot wines from premier Napa and Sonoma vineyards—each selected for its unique soil, microclimate, and varietal expression.

Executive Chef Leah Randolph, Virginia's Chef of the Year, has built this delicious menu to perfectly complement the wines from Oleandri.

Amuse

Fish & Chip

Malt Vinegar Potato Chip, Crème Fraîche & Smoked Trout Roe

1st Course

Seared Scallops

Mascarpone, Cucumber & Avocado Salad, Dill, Mint, Olive Oil

(Oleandri • Chardonnay • Sonoma • 2023)

2nd Course

Summer Ravioli

Swiss Chard & Ricotta Filling, Sweet Corn, Oven Dried Tomatoes, Lemon Basil Cream Sauce

(Oleandri • Pinot Noir • Sta. Rita Hills • 2023)

3rd Course

Short Rib

Gruyère Polenta Cake, Carrot Puree, Truffle Jus & Fried Kale

(Oleandri • Cabernet Franc • “Stagecoach” Napa Valley • 2020)

4th Course

Moroccan Spiced Lamb Chops

Harissa Yogurt Sauce, Mint Couscous & Summer Squash

(Oleandri • Cabernet Sauvignon • Howell Mountain, Napa Valley • 2020)

5th Course

Dark Chocolate Bombe

Cinnamon Chocolate Sponge Cake, Spiced Chocolate Mousse, Raspberries, Chocolate Mirror Glaze

(Oleandri • “Vero” Cabernet Sauvignon • Premiere Napa Valley Trade Lot 100 • 2023)

We are happy to accommodate ONLY Vegetarian (VG) and Gluten Free (GF) dietary requirements. Please note these in the checkout section. Also, this is a communal, seated dinner with a fixed menu. Menu is subject to change. Some dishes may be served family-style. Modifications to any dishes may be politely declined.

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ABOUT DOVER HALL

The Dover Hall Experiences team took over the management of the Dover Hall estate house in 2017. We create unparalleled guest experiences through unforgettable events and an in-house, award-winning culinary and wine program. Our team has hosted hundreds of weddings, corporate events, not-for-profit fundraisers, holiday parties, and world-class wine pairing events. Anything that warrants a celebration. We put the fun in luxury. In 2025, Dover Hall was voted “Best in North America for Weddings, Parties, and Celebrations” by Condé Nast Johansens.

TIMELINE - A cocktail hour will begin at 6:30pm and guests will have the opportunity to self-tour the Entrance Level of Dover Hall. At 7:00pm, everyone will be invited to the Grand Ballroom for a thoughtful 5-course dinner created by .

ATTIRE - Dress to impress... Business Casual

The $135 ticket price includes dinner and wine pairings. Additional beer/wine/liquor will be available for purchase with a credit card.

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Hosted by Rachel Kennedy, a2VubmVkeSB8IGRvdmVyaGFsbCAhIGNvbQ==

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