An Evening with Amici Wines: Wine Tasting & Small Plates

Wine tasting paired with small plates. You will not be cooking in this class. Age Restrictions For ages 21 & up Description Join us for an exceptional evening of wine and food celebrating Amici Cellars, a winery built on friendship, craftsmanship, and a passion for the distinctive vineyards of Napa Valley and Sonoma County. Founded in 1991 as a project among friends, Amici has grown into a family-owned winery dedicated to crafting wines that express the character of their vineyard origins. Based in Calistoga beneath the dramatic Palisades, Amici combines thoughtful winemaking with a commitment to quality in every bottle. Its name, Italian for “friends,” reflects the spirit behind the wines: exceptional bottles meant to be shared and enjoyed together. Enjoy a guided tasting of five distinctive wines paired with thoughtfully crafted small plates designed to complement each selection. Whether you're a longtime Napa Valley enthusiast or simply enjoy discovering exceptional wines, join us for an evening of delicious pairings, fascinating stories, and memorable discoveries. For ages 21 & up. Demonstration. You will not be cooking in this class. ABOUT AMICI: Amici Cellars is a family-owned winery nestled beneath Calistoga's iconic Palisades in Napa Valley, dedicated to crafting elegant, vineyard-driven wines that express the unique character of exceptional vineyard sites throughout Napa Valley and Sonoma County. Guided by acclaimed winemakers Anthony Biagi, Matt Courtney, and Dante West, Amici combines decades-long grower relationships with a thoughtful, hands-on approach that begins in the vineyard, where soil, climate, and farming practices shape each wine's identity. Committed to showcasing the distinct character of every grape and vineyard, the winemaking team approaches each vintage with precision, allowing the fruit and growing season to guide their decisions. Through individualized fermentation and aging programs, Amici creates balanced, expressive wines that are both approachable today and worthy of aging for years to come. Rooted in a spirit of friendship and stewardship, Amici is dedicated not only to producing exceptional wines, but also to caring for the land that makes them possible. Menu • Crispy Coconut Shrimp with Mango-Lime Relish Pairing: Amici Sauvignon Blanc • Seared Scallop with Cauliflower Puree and Brown Butter Hazelnut Crumble Pairing: Amici Chardonnay • Crispy Pork Belly with Apple Mostarda and Sage Pairing: Amici Pinot Nior • Coffee-Rubbed Lamp Lollipops with Rosemary Jus Pairing: Amici Cabernet Sauvignon • Red-Wine Braised Beef Cheek with Crispy Potato Pave and Cabernet Jus Pairing: Amici Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Safety & Precautions • At check-in, you will be asked to sign a waiver before entering the Cooking School. • For that reason, we ask that all attendees arrive at least 5 minutes prior to the confirmed start time of the class. FAQs For more information about our classes, please click on the links below: Find FAQs about our in-store classes here. Find FAQs about your private classes here.