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Time & Direction 5-Course Winemaker Dinner W/Steve Wells + Chef Erin Sealy

Wed, February 25, 2026 (6:30 PM - 9:00 PM)

Cost: 5-Course Winemaker Dinner $100/person (excludes tax & 20% gratuity)

Don't miss our first winemaker dinner series of 2026!

We are very excited to announce our next winemaker dinner series, including an evening at our Sabre Springs location, Nutmeg Cafe! For our February offering, we're very excited to announce a fantastic line up of wines from boutique Walla Walla winery, Time & Direction. Winemaker and Owner, Steve Wells will join us for each night of the series. Hailing from the restaurant scene in New York City, Steve chose Walla Walla to learn how to make wine in 2011.  He has worked for Gramercy Cellars and M&L Production and earned his degree in Enology & Viticulture from the Walla Walla Community College before starting Time & Direction in 2016. He brings a restaurant background into winemaking by focusing on food friendly wines. His humorous and diverse personality is brought into every label by making them all different, and based on things that have been important to him during his lifetime. Chef Erin will craft a seasonal pairing menu complimenting each of the 5 wines. You won't want to miss this memorable evening of wine, food and conversation from both Steve and Chef Erin! For details on the other dinners as part of this series, please visit our events page: HERE

Each selection will be paired with its own wine inspired dinner course, prepared by Chef Erin Sealy. Chef Erin specializes in pairing food with wine, with a slightly different approach than most. Prior to creating a menu, each wine is tasted and reviewed and then she creates a food pairing, highlighting the nuances of each wine. This concept creates a dinner and pairing experience with layers of complexity and unique creations which exemplify the enjoyment of each wine. With a passion for food and wine, Chef Erin delights attendees with a detailed account of the pairing concept and cooking techniques that create each course. Expect a fabulous evening of wine, food and educational insights! Seating is limited. Please see below for additional dinner details and a registration link.

Wine Menu (Dinner Menu to Follow):

2024 Time & Direction "1.21 Gigawatts" White Rhone Blend

2023 Time & Direction "Tribute to Magritte" Grenache

2023 Time & Direction "Space Pants" Mourvèdre

2022 Time & Direction "Diamond Cutter" Syrah Blend

2022 Time & Direction "Old School" Royal Slope Syrah

Complimentary Dessert

5-Course Winemaker Dinner $100/person (Excludes Tax & 20% Gratuity)

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