GROVE Presents an Elevated Five-Course Mediterranean Wine Dinner
GROVE invites guests to experience the flavors and wines of the Mediterranean during A Taste of the Med: Mediterranean Wine Dinner on Friday, August 21, 2026, at 7 p.m. in the GROVE Ballroom.
The elevated five-course pairing dinner will take guests on a culinary journey through Spain, Greece, France, Lebanon, and Italy. Each chef-curated course has been thoughtfully designed to complement the character of its featured wine, ranging from sparkling Spanish Cava and crisp Greek Assyrtiko to Provençal Rosé, an expressive Lebanese red, and a rich Primitivo from Puglia.
“A Taste of the Med brings together five distinctive wine regions in one memorable evening,” said Claudia Potes, Director of Marketing. “Each pairing highlights the connection between the wine, cuisine, and culture of its region while giving our guests the opportunity to discover something new.”
Guest speaker Courtney Cooper will guide guests through the featured selections and share insight into the wines, their regions, and the inspiration behind each pairing.
The evening’s menu includes:
Reception Course: Catalonia, Spain
Los Dos Cava Brut, NV
- Marcona Almond and Manchego Gougère
- Whipped Goat Cheese Crostini with fig, orange zest, and pistachio
- Crispy Jamón and Melon Skewer with sherry gastrique
Second Course: Attica, Greece
2025 Papagiannakos Assyrtiko
- Charred Octopus and Greek Citrus Salad with lemon potatoes, shaved fennel, cucumber, olives, dill, oregano vinaigrette, and preserved lemon aioli
Third Course: Provence, France
Maison Mirabeau “Pure” Rosé
- Seared Gulf Shrimp Provençal with summer tomato confit, saffron couscous, zucchini ribbons, basil, garlic, olive oil, and shellfish jus
Fourth Course: Bekaa Valley, Lebanon
2018 Château Musar Rouge
- Spiced Lamb Loin and Braised Shoulder Croquette with Lebanese seven-spice, eggplant purée, roasted carrots, farro tabbouleh, pomegranate lamb jus, and mint yogurt
Dessert Course: Puglia, Italy
2024 Li Veli Primitivo “Orion”
- Dark Chocolate Olive Oil Cake with Amarena cherry compote, espresso mascarpone, toasted hazelnut, and sea salt
Doors and check-in open at 6:30 p.m., followed by a ballroom reception with hors d’oeuvres at 6:45 p.m. Introductions begin promptly at 7 p.m., with the first seated course arriving shortly afterward.
Community-style tables will allow the guest speaker to interact personally with attendees throughout the evening. Tickets are sold per seat, and guests purchasing multiple seats in the same transaction will be seated together.
Tickets are $125 per person, plus tax and a 20% service charge. Availability is limited and additional tickets may be released based on demand.
Event Details
A Taste of the Med: Mediterranean Wine Dinner
Friday, August 21, 2026
GROVE Ballroom
Time: 7 p.m.
Tickets: $125 plus tax and 20% service charge
For tickets and additional information, visit grovelwr.com/events or contact GROVE at info@grovelwr.com or 941.893.4321.
Cancellations must be received at least 72 hours before the event to qualify for a full refund.