Fred Dexheimer vs Garrett Oliver – Cru Vs Brew – A Fundraiser for Haiti

We are excited to announce Cru Vs Brew – a Wine and Beer Competition Dinner featuring Garrett Oliver (Brooklyn Brewery’s Brewmaster), Fred Dexheimer (Master Sommelier) and Chef Ariane Duarte (CulinAriane and Top Chef).

All proceeds will be donated to World Cares Center, a nonprofit group working within Haitian communities. World Cares Center fosters sustainable, locally-led disaster preparedness, response and recovery efforts. World Cares Center’s work supports groups such as EDEYO, a Haitian school founded by Montclair residents in Port au Prince, My Father’s House Orphanage, the Family Health Clinic and many other local groups in Haiti.

Be a part of an incredible evening & support a truly great cause at Amanti Vino’s first ever Wine vs. Beer Competition Dinner:  Cru Vs Brew!

Join Master Sommelier Fred Dexheimer & Brooklyn Brewery Brewmaster Garrett Oliver as they square off to pit their respective expertise against each other alongside former Top Chef contender Ariane Duarte’s amazing gastronomical line-up

When: Tuesday, March 23rd @ 7:30pm

Where: Woman’s Club of Upper Montclair, 200 Cooper Avenue

All net proceeds from the evening will be donated to World Cares Center, a nonprofit group working within Haitian communities. World Cares Center fosters sustainable, locally-led disaster preparedness, response and recovery efforts. World Cares Center’s work supports groups such as EDEYO, a Haitian school founded by Montclair residents in Port au Prince, My Father’s House Orphanage, the Family Health Clinic and many other local groups in Haiti.

• Wine Geek and Hop Head Tickets ($160 per person) – $80, or half of the ticket price will be tax deductible and donated to World Cares Center.
• Wine and Beer Connoisseur Tickets ($500 per person) – Attendance to a VIP cocktail party (6:30pm to 7:30pm), a seat at Garrett and Fred’s table, an autographed copy of Garrett’s book, The Brewmaster’s Table and more!

As we mentioned above, the theme of this event is a competition!  Fred and Garrett are tasked with  selecting a wine (from Amanti Vino) and beer (from Brooklyn Brewery) to pair with each of Ariane’s challenging, mouth watering courses described below.

At the conclusion of each course, a panel of judges (including Peter Kennedy from Simply Beer) will evaluate the success of Fred and Garrett’s pairings and select a winner.  But wait, you count too!  We will also poll the audience after each course and will include your vote in the tabulation.

Grab a napkin…
Upon arrival: Brooklyner Weisse (Bottle conditioned)

1st Course: Snapper Crudo, Avocado, Orange Tapioca, Malden Sea Salt, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Wine: Assyrtiko Hadzidakis 2007
Beer: Brooklyn Cuvee de Cardoz 2009

2nd Course: Szechwan Peppercorn Salmon, Baby Bok Choy
Wine: Robert Sinskey Vineyards Vin Gris 2009
Beer: Brooklyn Local 1

3rd Course: Dry Barbecue Rubbed Flank Steak, Spinach Gratin Potato
Wine: Neyen Espiritu Apalta 2005
Beer: Brooklyn Dark Matter

4th Course: A selection of Artisanal Cheeses (donated by Tallmadge Cheese Market)

Dessert: Everyone’s favorite…Chocolate Flourless Cake!
Wine: Vinedo de los Vientos “Alcyone” Tannat Dessert Uruguay NV
Beer: Black Ops 2009

Let the pairings begin!

A limited number of tickets have been reserved for Simply Beer readers.  To purchase tickets to Cru vs Brew, please  call (973) 509-WINE (9463) and mention Simply Beer.  Act quickly, these tickets are sure to sell out extremely quickly! If you are unable to join us, but would like to make a donation to World Cares Center, please contact Sharon Sevrens at sharon@amantivino.com.

We look forward to sharing this amazing evening with you in support of a worthy cause!