Ramsay’s Kitchen at Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis Partners with Merryvale Vineyards for Exclusive Wine Dinner

On Thursday, January 30, 2025 Ramsay’s Kitchen at Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis will host an exclusive wine dinner in partnership with the award-winning Napa Valley-based Merryvale Vineyards.  The five-course menu will feature a few signature Gordon Ramsay favourites, such as Beef Wellington and Pan Seared Scallops, as well as a special entrée of Dry Aged Duck.  Each course will be served with a different varietal for an experience designed to showcase the artistry and enhance the flavour profile of both the wine and the cuisine.  Advanced Sommelier Anthony Geary of Albert Bichot representing Merryvale will personally guide guests through the tasting and offer insights into the craftsmanship and winemaking.

Founded in 1983, Merryvale Vineyards is located in the heart of the Napa Valley, and employs sustainable farming practices and superior standards in the vineyards and winery to ensure that the wines live up to their full potential. Merryvale’s portfolio boasts complex, balanced and classic wines that are truly reflective of the region’s terroir. The main varieties include Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot, and Sauvignon Blanc. Helmed by the Schlatter family for more than 30 years, Merryvale has established deep roots with ownership of sustainably farmed estate vineyards.

Here is the complete dinner menu created by Ramsay’s Kitchen Chef de Cuisine Joseph Simonic with wine pairings:

First Course

• Jumbo Lump Crab Cake - Herb Aioli, Citrus, Greens

Paired with Merryvale Napa Sauvignon Blanc 2023 - aromas of stone fruit, citrus, guava and grapefruit

Second Course

• Pan Seared Scallops - Pork Belly, Apricot, Pomegranate, Chicken Jus

Paired with Merryvale Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2022 - aromas of lemon curd, danjou pear, and golden delicious apple

Third Course

• Dry Aged Duck - Horseradish, Celery Root, Duck Jus

Paired with Merryvale Carneros Pinot 2021- aromatics of underforest earthiness, black cherry and baking spices, complemented by flinty minerality

Fourth Course

• Petite Beef Wellington - Truffle Potato Puree, Baby Vegetables, Red Wine Demi

Paired with Merryvale Napa Cabernet 2018 - pure Napa in a glass, aromas of leather, tobacco, cassis, and dried herbs dance with savoury spices and blue fruits

Fifth Course

• Miniature Chocolate Tart - Chocolate Ganache, Salted Caramel, White Chocolate Whipped Cream

Paired With Merryvale Antigua Dessert Wine – California - nuts and orange-peel continue from the entry through the long finish, highlighted by the many subtleties from the fine brandy and time in the barrel

The Merryvale Wine Dinner experience takes place on Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 6:30 pm and is USD 150 per person (plus tax and gratuities) for the five course dinner along with wine pairings.  Seating is limited, reservations are required and can be made on OpenTable.