Photos from the 2007 Santé Awards

Guests enjoyed a reception at the winery’s tasting room followed by a luncheon with Freemark Abbey winemaker Ted Edwards.

A day of special tasting continued at Quintessa’s exquisite tasting room and state-of-the-art winery. Delicious appetizers were served to enhance the Quintessa wine experience.

Hosted by Fred Dame, MS and Evan Goldstein, MS, this day-long wine adventure enlivened palates and promoted lively discussion amongst attendees.

Delicious wines from Beaulieu Vineyard and other Diageo estates were tasted on the gracious grounds of the historic Rutherford House Estate during the reception and throughout the sumptuous dinner.

The 2007 Santé Restaurant Awards Gala began with a group photograph of all winners. At the reception immediately following, drinks flowed, as conversation enlivened the crowd. The Awards Ceremony and Dinner was an elegant meal, interspersed with words from Keynote Speaker Evan Goldstein, MS, the presentation of the award plaques, and closing remarks from Santé Editor and Publisher Mark Vaughan.

Get the recognition you deserve, and join fellow restaurant professionals to celebrate hospitality excellence in magnificent Napa Valley! Winners and their guests are invited to be part of a four-day celebration from November 1-4. Festivities include exclusive winery tours, luncheons, dinners, and the 2008 Santé Awards gala at the beautiful Silverado Resort in Napa Valley. Silverado Resort is the official hotel for the 2008 Santé Restaurant Awards, where award winners and their guests will receive a special rate of $250 per night. To guarantee your room, please call 800-532-0500 and be sure to mention Santé magazine to receive the discounted rate.

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