We've been missing our monthly winemaker/proprietor dinners, and from the sounds of it, you have, too! So we're taking another one virtual in an effort to restore a little bit of normalcy in a completely abnormal time!

Our friends at Wooden Whisk Creations will be whipping up a three-course gourmet meal, complete with storage and reheating instructions, that you can enjoy at home while you dine virtually with Verterra Winery owner Paul Hamelin, WWC's team and MBTB owners Cort and Shannon Casey on Zoom! Paul will be walking us through the wines; Alex, Chris and Laura from Wooden Whisk Creations will discuss each course; and Cort and Shannon will add in their usual shenanigans.

Each wine package will include one standard-sized (750 mL) bottle each of the night's featured wines: Verterra Sparkling Pinot Blanc, Verterra Dry Riesling and Verterra Reserve Red.

Ordering deadline is 12 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 23, or when food prep capacity is met, whichever comes first. Pickup is Sunday, Feb. 28, 12-6 p.m. at MBTB Royal Oak or MBTB Shelby Township (choose pickup location at registration).

Menu coming soon; vegetarian option available upon registration. Please note that due to the nature of this event, no further dietary restrictions can be accommodated. Minor alterations to the menu may be made without notice.

Wine + food must be purchased to participate in the Zoom event, but only one wine package is required per household, not per person. Ticket options include meals for 1-4 participants + varying amounts of wine. If you need a package for more than 4 people, or a combination of wine + food servings that is otherwise not listed, please drop us an email at tasting@michiganbythebottle.com and we will be happy to assist!

MENU

First: Zucchini Noodle Nest / Lemony Almond Pesto, Feta, Sunny Egg + Verterra Sparkling Pinot Blanc

Second: Tamarind Glazed + Roasted Chicken Thigh / Basmati Rice, Blistered Carrots + Peas, Tamarind Chutney (Vegetarians will receive Roasted Chick Peas + Crispy Tofu) + Verterra Dry Riesling

Third: Black Pepper Rubbed + Smoked Teres Major / Sea Salt + Rosemary Fingerlings, Charred Broccolini, Blue Cheese + Balsamic Butter (Vegetarians will receive Smoked Wild Mushrooms + Lentils) + Verterra Reserve Red

Bonus: Chocolate + Dark Cherry Fudge Brownie

FAQs

What is the refund policy? All sales are final for all events requiring pre-payment. If you find you cannot attend, you are welcome to send someone else in your place. We appreciate your understanding. For more information, call our Shelby Township store at (586) 843-3690, our Royal Oak store at (248) 850-7175 or our Auburn Hills store at (248) 564-2134.

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions? Email us at tasting@michiganbythebottle.com or call our Shelby Township store at (586) 843-3690, our Royal Oak store at (248) 850-7175 or our Auburn Hills store at (248) 564-2134.