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Napa Valley is visiting St. Charles on November 17 with a five-course wine dinner hosted by Francesca’s by the River and Truchard Vineyards owner Tony Truchard.

“Francesca’s by the River has become such a neighborhood fixture in St. Charles, and we are pleased to host this popular Napa Valley, family-owned winery at our restaurant,” says Francesca’s by the River General Manager Helmut Schadinger. “In addition to the exceptional wine selection, Chef Patrick Concannon has created a delicious pairing menu to bring out the flavors and delight the palette.”

The wine dinner will take place on Tuesday, November 17 at 7:00 p.m. at Francesca’s by the River, 200 S. Second St., St. Charles. Tickets are $70 per person. For reservations, please call 630-587-8221. Please see below for the menu.

First Course

Rosasted Anjou pear, prosciutto di parma, gorgonzola dolce & spiced walnuts

Truchard Rousanne

Second Course

Seared sea scallops, brown butter parsnips, white truffle oil butter

Truchard Chardonnay

Third Course

Confit of duck, anna potato, caramel cranberry compote

Truchard Pinot Noir

Fourth Course

Black Pepper rubbed beef tenderloin, cipollini onion, red wine marmalade, melted Robiola cheese

Truchard Syrah

Fifth Course (Dolce)

Chef Surprise

Mr. Truchard Surprise dessert wine