The World of Pinot Noir’s opening night soirée is already shaping up to be one of the most memorable in the event’s 23-year history. The feast and fête will feature Pinot Noir and bubbles from all over the world poured by America’s leading sommeliers, scrumptious fare from the chefs of The Ritz-Carlton Bacara and scores of famous winemakers in the crowd.

Groove to the colorful melodies of Dante Marsh + The Vibesetters while sipping on a glass of wine from the bottle share wine bar, featuring wines from our WOPN partner wineries. Stop by the La Crema Wine Bar and dive into their small-lot wines inspired by Burgundian-style Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Founded in 2020, Our Legacy Harvested will host a wine bar where guests can learn about the non-profit and its goals to educate, advance and empower the BIPOC community in the wine industry.

Menu:

• Tray Passed Hors d'oeuvres:
  • Avocado Crostini, Grilled Corn, Crispy Corn, Cotija, Pea Shoots
  • Beef Barbacoa Tacos, Salsa Quemada, Pickled Red Onion
  • Ahi Tuna Poke, Edamame, Miso Vinaigrette Cone
• Appetizer Station:
  • Charcoal Roasted Beets & Whipped Burrata, Pistachio Powder, Citrus Vinaigrette
  • Crispy Pork Belly, Pickled Mustard Seed. Housemade Honey Crisp Apple Butter
  • Grilled Brie Crostini, Sliced Pear Chutney, Apricot Crisp
• From the Sea Station:
  • Poached Jumbo Prawns
  • Snow Crab Claws
    • Accompaniments Include: Kettle One Cocktail Sauce, Lemon Wedges, Horseradish Remoulade
  • La Paella California
  • Traditionally prepared using locally caught Santa Barbara seafood
  • Traditional Seafood Paella, Calamari, Mussels, Clams, Spot Prawns, Peas, Stewed Sofritto
  • Spanish Boba Rice with Stewed Sofritto, Fresh Peas & Toasted Saffron
  • Housemade Aioli Bar: Smoked Paprika, Roasted Garlic and Picante Aioli
• Market Crudite:
  • Artisan Bread, Crackers, Lavosh
  • Assorted Vegetable Crudite with Traditional Tapenade, Charred Broccolini and Basil Pesto
• Tray Passed Dessert:
  • Chocolate Macarons with Red Wine Blackberry Ganache
  • Raspberry and Lemon Madeleines

Location: Held throughout the airy Ballroom Foyer and outdoor Terrace.