Ray’s at Killer Creek Floats Duckhorn Wine Dinner with Guest Speaker for Jan. 18

A Napa Valley gourmet getaway warms up a winter Wednesday evening when Ray’s at Killer Creek hosts a Duckhorn Wine Dinner on Jan. 18. The exclusive event begins promptly at 6:30 p.m. to ensure a leisurely evening of dining as well as an informative talk by Duckhorn Vineyards district manager Scott Miller. You’ll want to savor every morsel and sip on executive chef Mike Fuller‘s exquisite five-course menu with wine pairings. Courses progress through Nantucket Bay scallops, candied pork belly, satsuma orange red quinoa paired with Duckhorn sauvignon blanc 2015; sea salt foie gras torchon, paper-thin walnut raisin toast with Goldeneye Anderson Valley pinot noir; salad of chicory, toasted pecans, dried cranberries, orange peel and Clemson blue cheese fritters with Duckhorn “Three Palms” merlot; slow-roasted Wagyu short rib, navy bean and ‘nduja cassoulet and shaved fennel salad with Duckhorn “The Discussion” 2012; and an ending of warm chocolate bread pudding, homemade Luxardo cherry ice cream, praline dust and burnt sugar syrup served with Paraduxx Proprietary Red 2013. Reservations are required for the $95 per-person dinner (price excludes tax and gratuity); call 770-649-0064.

Ray’s in the City Hosts Duckhorn Wine Reception May 28

The duck’s handsome, the wine winsome as all get out.Duckhorn Vineyards, founded by Dan and Margaret Duckhorn 40 years ago, has established itself as one of North America’s premium Napa Valley wine producers. Ray’s in the City validates the winery’s reputation at a Duckhorn wine and hors d’oeuvre reception on Thursday, May 28 from 5-7 p.m. Savor fine Duckhorn varietals along with hickory bacon-wrapped oysters with pepper cheese, braised short rib and crab Wellington and pan-roasted sea scallop with Parma ham and melon. $35 per person (excludes tax and gratuity). Call 404-524-9224 for reservations. 

Ray's in the City Hosts Duckhorn Wine Tasting on June 30

It’s going to be another great night in the city! Next Thursday, June 30, Ray’s in the City is hosting a Duckhorn Wine Company wine tasting from 5 – 7 p.m. Founded in 1976, the Napa Valley winery has been crafting Bordeaux varietals for more than 30 years. The wine tasting features a selection from Duckhorn’s Decoy collection. Decoy wines have established a loyal following for their distinctive style, great quality and remarkable price. The event is $25 per person and includes hors d’oeuvres from Executive Chef Ugo Okpareke, a $20 credit toward dinner and a discount on wine purchased with dinner.

Please call the restaurant at 404-524-9224 for wine tasting reservations.

Ray's in the City: 240 Peachtree Street, NW; 404-524-9224