The Beverly Hills Bar Association Barristers dish up gourmet appetizers, spectacular wines and more at the 24th Annual Vintage Bouquet on Sunday, April 29, 2012, 12pm-4pm, at the historic Greystone Mansion in Beverly Hills.
Open to the public, the outdoor food and wine event with magnificent city views features unlimited tastings from leading wineries, beverage companies and restaurants, as well as special musical entertainment, and live and silent auctions of unique food, wine and travel packages.
Proceeds from the fundraiser benefit the Beverly Hills Bar Foundation’s pro bono legal services, including Public Counsel, the nation’s largest pro bono law firm and free wills for firefighters and emergency responders.
“We have exceptional wineries and restaurants participating in the Vintage Bouquet so we attract food and wine lovers looking to have a great culinary experience,†says Leigh Leshner, Barristers Past President and event chair for the eighth year. “They are drawn to the beautiful setting and the ability to speak with top chefs and winemakers.â€
Among top local eateries offering tempting dishes are Dandy Don’s HomeMade Ice Cream; Hansen’s Cakes; Il Fornaio – Restaurant, Lawry’s The Prime Rib; Lady Chocolatier; Lexington Social House; Momed; Napa Valley Grille; Palomino Restaurant; Pazzo Gelato; Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse; STK Los Angeles; Taberna Mexicana; The Palm, West Hollywood; and Wood & Vine.
Boutique wineries pouring include Cielo Farms; Faust; Flowers Vineyard & Winery; Grassini Family Vineyards, Huneeus Vintners; Lewelling Vineyards; Moreno BHLV; Peju; Pride Mountain Vineyards; Quady Winery; Relic Wines, Spring Mountain Vineyards; and Wicker Vineyards. For those who prefer their beverages brewed or still, Stella Artois beer, Diabolo, Wolfgang Puck Iced Coffees, IZZE beverages and Voss Water are also available.
Sponsors include A Treasured Nurse, Inc; Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce; Danning, Gill, Diamond & Kollitz, LLP; Elkins Jones Insurance Agency, Inc.; Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin; Navigant Consulting, Inc.; Nemecek & Cole; PMA Dispute Resolution; Reuben Raucher & Blum; The Sound 100.3; and Strategic Valuation Group, LLC. American Airlines is the official airline sponsor.
Tickets to the 24th Annual Vintage Bouquet are $125 per person if purchased in advance and $150 per person on the day of the event. A limited number of VIP tickets ($175) are also available and include entree to a private martini bar. Sponsorships are available. Greystone Mansion is located at 905 Loma Vista Drive in Beverly Hills.
For tickets and information: www.vintagebouquet.com
