NBCC's Food & Wine Experience

Thursday, September 4, 2025

Welcome Reception

Passed Hors d'oeuvres

American Wagyu Beef Tartare - Brioche - Egg Yolk Emulsion

Galia Melon Gazpacho - Herb Oil - Dry Aged Prosciutto

Ahi Tataki - Pickled Red Onion - White Shio Emulsion - Furikake - Nori Chip

2023 Valette Sauvingnon Blanc

Kick Ranch Vineyard

Winemaker - Jesse Katz

First Course

Hamachi Crudo

Clarified Aguachile - Avocado Puree - Pickled Watermelon Rind - Fermented Chile

2023 Valette Rose of Pinot Noir

Sonoma Coast

Winemaker - Bob Cabral

Second Course

Scallops en Croûte

Melted Fennel - Champagne Beurre Blanc - White Sturgeon Caviar

2022 Valette Rochioli Chardonnay

Rochioli Estates

Winemaker Tom Rochioli

Third Course

Lumaconi Pasta

Roasted Tomato Pesto - Bacon - Tomato Confit - Snap Peas - Basil Mascarpone

2021 Valette Pinot Noir

Sonoma Coast

Winemaker - Bob Cabral

Fourth Course

Brown Butter Poached New York Striploin

Mushroom Fondue - Beef Tallow Cippolini Onion - Sauce Bordelaise

2021 Valette Cabernet Sauvignon

Skellenger Vineyard

Winemaker - Jesse Katz

Dessert

Strawberry & Olive Oil Cake

Macerated Strawberries - Blackberry Jam - Streusel - Roasted Strawberry Ice Cream