Mark Your Calendar - Monday, November 11
We are excited to be partnering with Trothe winery for an exceptional evening of food and wine. Learn first hand what inspired this multi-course menu utilizing the freshest ingredients of the season. Hear from winemaker Raymon McKee as he takes you through some of their extraordinary wines and what makes them unique. Trothe wines are sourced exclusively from Andrew Family Vineyards in the Horse Heaven Hills. This ground their great-grandfather broke from sagebrush, ground they have farmed for generations, ground they know. Their faith in this land runs deep, and they trust that if they hold their work to uncommon standards, they will produce uncommon results.
6:00PM - Arrival with welcome glass of champagne
6:30PM - Dinner service begins
$250 per person (plus tax & gratuity)
In honor of Veterans Day, Vets will receive 10% off their meal along with one accompanying guest.
Check back soon for the complete menu and wine pairings.
No substitutions. A Vegan/gluten-free menu is available with advance notice.
To make your reservation, e-mail barkingfrogreservations@willowslodge.com.
MEET WINEMAKER RAYMON MCKEE
Ray has worked as a winemaker in Washington for 27 vintages. He grew up working his parents’ vineyard and winery in the Yakima Valley, and has an intimate knowledge of vineyards across the state. His passion for wine has led him around the world and ultimately back home. He was formerly the red winemaker for Chateau Ste. Michelle’s Canoe Ridge Estate, and he has worked for numerous Washington wineries, including Heaven’s Cave Cellars, Covey Run Winery and Columbia Winery. He sees unique potential to create world-class wines from Washington grapes. His approach to winemaking is detailed, conscientious, and anchored in the simple belief that the best fruit yields the best wine.