Saturday, May 4, 2013
Heart's Delight Grand Tasting & Auction
To purchase tickets: www.hdsaturdaytickets.org
Saturday begins with a virtual tour of Bordeaux, including a unique wine tasting of the 2010 vintage. The adventure continues with exciting seminars and food prepared by some of the nation’s top chefs, making Heart’s Delight the place to discover the latest in epicurean trends and new talent. Guests will also enjoy wine from the world’s best vineyards as well as the opportunity to bid on exclusive travel packages, dining experiences and rare and exceptional wines during the spirited silent and live auctions.
This year, dust off your poodle skirt, grease back your hair and get ready to Rock Around the Clock for our 50’s themed Heart’s Delight Sock Hop!
Location
The Ritz-Carlton West End
1150 22nd Street, NW Washington, DC
Formal Bordeaux Tasting
A formal seated tasting of the 2010 vintage and an older vintage of the winemaker’s choosing. Château owners and directors will also be on hand to discuss their wines. The tasting will be led by Le Figaro's Bernard Burtschy, Ph.D.
Seminars
4:30 – 5:15 p.m. and 5:30 – 6:15 p.m.
Two 45 minute, interactive sessions
Cooking Class by L'Academie de Cuisine
L’Academie De Cuisine is the premiere culinary school in the Washington, DC area. Come watch and learn from cooking demonstrations by Chef François Dionot, Owner and Director of L’Academie de Cuisine and Chef Patrice Olivon, instructor at L’Academie de Cuisine. At 4:30 p.m., Chef Dionot will prepare Seared Sea Scallop on Green Lentils with a Wild Mushroom Emulsion; at 5:30 p.m., Chef Olivon will prepare Fresh Crabcake with a Sweet Corn Salsa and Crepes with Sauteed Pears
Styling Champagne: Learn about the different styles of Champagne from Vintage Bubbly to Fruity Rosé
Champagne Henriot was founded in Reims, France in 1808 and is one of the last family owned champagne houses. Champagne Henriot is known for their rich, elegant house style. Join Champagne Henriot to learn about the different styles of champagne: Brut, Blanc de Blancs, Rosé and Vintage. They will share the finer points on the different styles, what pairs best with each one, how they age over time and when to drink them. Featuring: Champagne Henriot Brut Souverain, Champagne Henriot Brut Rosé, Champagne Henriot Blanc de Blancs, Champagne Henriot Brut Millésime 2005.
Tasting Reception & Auctions
6:30 - 11:00 p.m.
Silent auction reception with Celebrity Chef Stations, Wine Stations and 200 lot silent auction. Followed by a live auction of dining experiences featuring our participating chefs and exciting trips.
Pouring Stations:
Bodegas Frutos Villar - Boxwood Winery - Bodegas Catena Zapata - Château Clerc Milon - Château Clos Dubreuil- Château Coutet - Château Guiraud - Château Coutet - Château Léoville Poyferré - Château Pontet-Canet - Concha y Toro - DC Brau Brewing Company - El Don Wines from Viña Doña Javiera - EMD Sales - George Wine Company - Martinelli Winery -Meteor Vineyards - Pacific Prime Wines - Pernod Ricard USA - Roanoke Valley DC - Voss Water
Tickets
Heart’s Delight Bordeaux Tasting, Reception & Auction (4:00 – 11:00 p.m.) $500
Heart’s Delight Seminars (4:30 – 5:15 p.m. and 5:30 -6:15 p.m.) $50 per session
Heart’s Delight Tasting Reception & Auction (6:30 – 11:00 p.m.) $250
Table of 8 for Seminars, Tasting Reception & Auction (4:30 – 11:00 p.m.) $5,000
If you would like information on event sponsorship or purchasing tickets please contact Heidi Arnold at the American Heart Association office (703) 248-1720 or Heidi.Arnold@heart.org
