Elegance at the Edge perfectly describes the 2011 Grand Assemblage enjoyed by the Knights and Gentle Ladies of the Monterey Peninsula Chapter of Knights of the Vine. The event was held at the world recognized and stunning Highlands Inn of Carmel. For those who have yet to visit this site, the Inn is situated on a majestic, forested hillside overlooking the powerful and rugged Pacific coast line. The views in all directions from the hotel’s expansive windows are nothing short of breathtaking.
Elegance at the Edge The gala evening was celebrated in the beautiful grand reception room decorated with exotic plants spilling over the tops of tall and graceful vases. The Executive Chef Matt Bolton delighted us all with a menu that reflected the bounty of the Monterey area. The dinner began with a Kampachi sashimi, California Osetra caviar and Japanese cucumber with a uni vinaigrette served with the Pierce Ranch Albarino 2009. Guests continued to enjoy the dry aged New York accompanied by the KOV Syrah. This course was followed by a collection of cheeses including Epoisses, Cambozola and Boucheron served on baby greens and enjoyed with a Hammond Vineyards Pinot Noir 2009. The menu was crowned with a warm Valrhona chocolate tart, raspberry coulis, a chocolate fuillatine and pistachio ice cream and complemented by the Pessagno Hames Valley Port 2002. Dancing was the order of the night! Tables were vacated and the dance floor was full responding the wonderful music of Mike Marrota and his band. What better way to welcome our new members into this active group. Commander, Terry McCleerey, the Cadre and the membership are proud to warmly welcome our new members: Ralph Bailey, Colleen Manni, Sheila Martin, Susan Merrill, Jean Smith, Thomas Olivola and John Wilkinson
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Michele Alvarado, Steve Pessagno, Surpreme Knight, Sheila Martin
Ken Bear, Master of Terroir, Ralph Bailey, New Member, Sandy Bear
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Brian Grossi, Master of Alchemy, Didier Dutertre
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