2008 Winefest Des Moines Program Overview
Winefest Des Moines combines the richness of wine country with the understated elegance of our mid-sized Midwestern city. Winefest hosts notable national and international vintners and wine importers, and pairs the world’s best wines with innovative culinary creations from guest chefs.
Friday, April 11, 2008
Winefest Des Moines will kick off its sixth year of fundraising, wine events with the Gala Auction at The Sheraton in West Des Moines. To start off our guests will be enjoying a champagne reception while bidding on authentic, once and a lifetime opportunities in our silent auction. Next our guests will be privileged to enjoy a first-class, five-course, italian meal prepared by guest chef Nate Appleman of A16 in San Francisco, CA. Followed by the live version of our auction.
(Cost: $250)
Thursday, June 5, 2008
The elegant Prima Dinners invite participants to enjoy some of the world’s finest wines paired with unique culinary creations from notable local chefs at some of Des Moines’ most unique cultural locations. Celebrity guest vintners and chefs are on hand to make it a one-of-a-kind evening. Locations include Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar, Azalea, Bistro Montage, and the Wakonda Country Club.
Time: 6:30 p.m. (Cost: $250)
Friday, June 6, 2008
Experience Downtown Des Moines’ beautiful Capital Square/Nollen Plaza at Sips and the City. Wine lovers and novices can enjoy lively music and unique wines from guest vintners paired with the finest in gourmet cheeses and breads. Following Sips in the City, Winefest ticket holders can venture downtown to the city’s many restaurants and entertainment hot-spots for Winefest specials.
Time: 6-9p.m. (Cost $35)
Saturday, June 7, 2008
Taste the best the festival has to offer at Winefest’s signature event, The Grand Tasting. The Grand Tasting is an elegant showcase of visiting wineries, importers, local restaurants and Dahl’s finest foods.
Time: 6-9 p.m. (Cost: $65)
Saturday, September 20, 2008
Stroll through the East Village shops at Vino in the Village for wine tastings alongside shop owners and guest vintners.