VINE TO TABLE
An August Briggs Experience
August 24, 2025 | 6pm
5 Course Menu
$180 all-inclusive
Join us for an elegant evening that celebrates the land, vine, and the craftsmanship of August Briggs Winery. Winemaker Matt Gacso will lead a curated tasting of wines selected by Sommelier Jesus Zafiro paired with food by Chef Erin Cummings.
MENU
AMUSE BOUCHE
SUMMER LOVE PEI OYSTERS*
Champagne mignonette, white peach pearls
Pinot Blanc
Dutton Ranch Shop Block, Russian River Valley
COURSE 1
SEARED FOIE GRAS
fig mustarda, fresh figs
Chardonnay
Leveroni Vineyard, Carneros
COURSE 2
PASTICCIO
house made pasta, roasted mushroom, silken bechamel
Pinot Noir
August Briggs, Russian River Valley
INTERMEZZO
compressed cucumber kiwi salad, citrus essence
COURSE 4
7-DAY HONEY MARINATED WAGYU NEW YORK STRIP*
Hakuri turnips 3 ways, black garlic honey jus
Cabernet Sauvignon
Two Moon Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley
DESSERT
PEACH TARTE TATIN
blackberry fig preserve, whipped honey mascarpone, salted Marcona almonds
Red Blend
Wishes Red Wine, Napa Valley
MATT GACSO
AUGUST BRIGGS WINERY
Matt Gacso brings a deep respect for terroir and a hands-on approach to winemaking at August Briggs Winery. With a background rooted in both viticulture and enology, Matt has honed his craft across acclaimed vineyards throughout Napa and Sonoma before taking the helm at August Briggs.
Known for his thoughtful stewardship of the land and commitment to small-lot production, Matt focuses on expressing the character of each vineyard site, crafting wines that are both balanced and expressive. His style reflects a blend of tradition and innovation—highlighting purity of fruit, restrained oak, and elegant structure.
Whether walking the rows at harvest or tasting through barrels in the cellar, Matt’s passion lies in every step of the winemaking process. At August Briggs, he continues the winery’s legacy of producing site-driven wines with integrity, finesse, and a true sense of place.
