For over 50 years, the folks at Rodney Strong Vineyards have been making single vineyard & reserve wines, stunning estate releases and highly-awarded varietal wines. They’re an OG in the Sonoma County wine circle, and on Tuesday, January 22nd, they’re taking a vacay from California and popping up at Chopps American Bar & Grill in Burlington. Meet one of the makers, Greg Morthole, and enjoy a meal (with wine pairings, of course) from chef Steve Zimei between 6:45 and 9:45pm. A spot at the table is $90 plus a small processing fee — head here to snag yours.

RECEPTION
Chef’s Selection of Passed Hors d’oeuvres
2017 Rose of Pinot Noir Rodney Strong – Sonoma, California

FIRST COURSE
Baked Oysters, spinach, parmesan cream, herb breadcrumbs
2015 Chardonnay Davis Bynum ‘River West Vineyard’ – Russian River, California
vs.
2016 Chardonnay Rodney Strong ‘Chalk Hill’ – Sonoma, California

ENTRÉE
Peppercorn Crusted New York Strip, River Rock Farms, baby beets, potato pave, shallot brandy
2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Rodney Strong ‘Reserve’ – Sonoma, California
vs.
2014 Red Blend Rodney Strong ‘Symmetry’ – Sonoma, California

DESSERT
Dark Chocolate Lava Cake, espresso crème anglasise, peppermint stick gelato
2014 Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon ‘Rockaway Vineyard’ – Alexander Valley, California