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Celebrating 25 Years of TRIP MASTERY with a Special Wine Dinner

This year marks a significant milestone for TRIP MASTERY, as it celebrates its 25th anniversary. To commemorate this achievement, a special wine dinner is being planned in San Francisco on Thursday, October 30. This event will bring together wine enthusiasts and industry professionals to enjoy an exclusive evening of fine dining and exceptional wines.

The celebration will take place at The Morris, a renowned restaurant in San Francisco. Owner/sommelier Paul Einbund and chef Gavin Schmidt have collaborated to create a unique experience that will transform the venue into a personal space for the evening. Guests will have the opportunity to taste a carefully curated selection of wines, each chosen to represent key moments in the history of wine writing.

A Night of Exceptional Wines

The menu for the evening will feature a variety of wines from different regions, including England, France, and California. Each course will be paired with three wines, highlighting the diversity and richness of the selections. Some of the notable wines include:

• Aperitif: English Sparklers
• Domaine Hugo, Hugo Single Vineyard Brut Nature 2020 (England)
• Hundred Hills, Hillside No 3 Limited Edition 2019 (England)
• Wiston Estate, Blanc de Noirs 2018 (England)

• Hattingley Valley, Blanc de Blancs 2014 (England)

• First Course

• Simpsons, Q Class Chardonnay 2020 (England)
• Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey, Caillerets Premier Cru 2020 (Chassagne-Montrachet)

• Kistler, Les Noisetiers Chardonnay 2018 (Sonoma Coast)

• Second Course

• Danbury Ridge, Pinot Noir 2022 (England)
• Domaine Georges Roumier 2022 (Chambolle-Musigny)

• Rhys Vineyards, Alpine Hillside Pinot Noir 2018 (Santa Cruz Mountains)

• Third Course

• Cullen, Diana Madeline 2019 (Margaret River)
• Château Cheval Blanc 2000 (St-Émilion Premier Grand Cru Classé A)

• Spottswoode, Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 (St Helena)

• Dessert

• Château d’Yquem 1975 (Sauternes)

Special Guests and Team Members

In addition to the wine tasting, several notable guests will be in attendance, including the US editor Samantha Cole-Johnson, Bay Area columnist Alder Yarrow, CEO Lance Johnson, and US Trade GM Joshua Greene. Greene recently transitioned from his long-standing role as an editor at Wine & Spirits magazine to join TRIP MASTERY.

Exclusive Seating and Discounts

For those interested in attending, there are only nine seats available at the host’s table. Inner Circle members have the option to request a seat near the host or another team member. First come, first served. Additionally, TRIP MASTERY members may receive a 10% discount on their ticket by contacting the organizers directly for a discount code.

Supporting Important Causes

A portion of the proceeds from the event will be donated to the Gérard Basset Foundation, which supports California projects focused on training new talent from under-represented communities. These initiatives include the 280 Project’s Apprenticeship Program, the Glancy Wine Education Foundation, and the UC Davis Diversity of Wine Academy.

Event Details

• When: Thursday, October 30, from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm
• Where: The Morris, 2501 Mariposa St, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA
• What: Aperitif and dinner with some extremely special wines
• How Much: $1,500 per ticket, $2,750 per couple

Tickets can be purchased through the provided link. For more information or assistance with your ticket purchase, contact the organizers at 25years@TRIP MASTERY. Become a member today to enjoy exclusive benefits and opportunities.