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ZD Wine Dinner at Mattison's Bringing Napa Valley to Mattison's Forty-One Contact Name: Caryn Hodge Contact Email: carynh@mattisons.com Contact Phone Number: 9417133105 Join ZD Wine aficionado, John Buckey and Chef Paul Mattison on Thursday, April 21st at 6:30 pm as they present an exclusive wine pairing dinner featuring Napa Valley ZD Wines. Chef Paul has crafted a multi-course menu that perfectly compliments the wines in the ZD portfolio. The event will be held at Mattison’s Forty-One in the private Galleria. Reservations are required by calling 941-921-3400. MENU - COURSE 1 - Togarashi Seared Ahi Tuna with granny smith apple kimchi, grapefruit ponzu pearls, honeydew greens and soy ginger glaze WINE: 2019 Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley - COURSE 2 - Pan Seared Arapaima with hazelnut brown butter, a pear and potato latke and rainbow radish greens WINE: 2019 Chardonnay, CA - COURSE 3 - Crispy Pork Belly rhubarb and aged cheddar grits with a root beer glaze and sunflower micros WINE: 2018 50th Anniversary Pinot Noir, Carneros - COURSE 4 - Venison Medallions with trumpet mushrooms, farro, candied ginger, plum cola demi and a crispy fried mushroom garnish WINE: 2018 50th Anniversary Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley - COURSE 5 - Peach Upside Down Cake with coconut ginger gelato and cognac caramel sauce WINE: 50th Anniversary Sparkling Reserve Cuvee, Napa Valley ZD Wines was founded by the Zepponi and deLeuze families, where the husbands and close friends, Gino and Norman, had been aerospace engineers. Their quality control measure was ZD “Zero Defects”. Founded in 1969, ZD Wines is now owned and operated by the deLeuze family. ZD Wines is a family business committed to producing world-class wines, farming organically, and providing first-class hospitality to guests, all while supporting many charitable efforts locally and throughout the country. ZD continues to recognize 52 years of winemaking with each release from the 2018 vintage with a new 50th Anniversary celebratory label, as the second and third generations of the deLeuze family carry on the family legacy. Situated in picturesque Rutherford, CA, surrounded by gorgeous vineyards, ZD is a favorite wine country destination for those who enjoy world-class Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Since 1999, ZD’s Rutherford and Carneros Estates have been certified organic by the California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF). Founder Norman deLeuze believed that great wines are made from healthy vines, and today his original commitment to sustainability is carried on in the winery’s approach to organic farming. To view menu, visit https://mattisons.com/zd-wine-pairing-dinner/ For reservations and information call 941-921-3400. ### ____________________________________________________________________________ Chef Paul Mattison owns three local restaurants and a catering company operating in Sarasota and Bradenton, Florida. All three Mattison’s Restaurants have chef inspired menus and include all-natural, antibiotic, hormone free ingredients, and sustainably sourced and provincial products from small family farms that share his passion for healthy food. All three restaurants and the Mattison’s Catering Company hold several awards for serving top quality food, having expert customer service, and offering upscale, casual dining experiences at their venues and catered events.