Pay tribute to the first president during L’Espalier’s Wine Monday on February 19th by sipping on the same wines served at George Washington’s inaugural dinner. Chat with fellow guests about the founding father starting at 7:00pm before being seated for a five-course tasting menu (see the details below) from chef Frank McClelland that will feature classic, celebratory colonial dishes for $110 per person. All enthusiasts — from newcomers to experienced wine lovers — are welcome. Call 617.262.3023 to make your reservation.

First
Walnut with bresaola, white grapes, caraway and Tête de Moine
Stoneface Porter, Stoneface Brewing Co., NH

Second
Escargot, pork gelée, broccoli rabe, hen of the woods and preserved pepper jam
White Burgundy Bourgone Domaine Bernard-Bonin 2015 Initiasles BB

Third
Beef en croute, creamed spinach, pickled onion, red wine jam and sauce bordelaise
2014 Chateau de Pitray, Premier Vin, Comtesse de Boigne, Bordeaux-France

Cheese
Broadbent Selections 10 Year Old Boal, Madeira-Portugal

Dessert
Apple confit with sage and oats
Aval Cidre Artisanal, Bretagne-France