Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars 50th Anniversary of the Judgment of Paris Dinner at The Pavilion in Downtown Fernandina Beach

Welcome Reception begins at 7pm with dinner to follow on Friday, August 7th, 2026

The Legend of “The Judgment of Paris”:

It was a historic achievement at the 1976 Judgment of Paris blind tasting, where Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars 1973 S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon earned the highest honor in the red wine category over First Growth Bordeaux Châteaux. That moment solidified Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars as global icons in the wine world.

Today, S.L.V. remains one of the most coveted and age-worthy wines in the Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars portfolio.

Dinner Menu and Wine Pairings:

The Welcome Reception will feature a Deluxe Charcuterie Station w/ a Variety of Meats and Cheeses, Toasted Breads, & Jams (SERVED w/ AVETA SAUVIGNON BLANC)

1st Course: Grilled Peach and Burrata Salad 

Grilled Peaches, Burrata Cheese, Charred Red Onions, Toasted Walnuts, & Cherry Tomatoes tossed in Basil-Balsamic Vinaigrette (SERVED w/ AVETA SAUVIGNON BLANC)

2nd Course: Shrimp Limoncello

Crab Stuffed Shrimp with a Limoncello Reduction (SERVED w/ KARIA CHARDONNAY)

Main Course: Tomahawk Beef Ribeye 

Herb and Horseradish Crusted Tomahawk Beef Ribeye, White Truffle Au Gratin Potatoes, Brown Sugar Glazed Braised Carrots with a Red Wine Demi Glace  (SERVED w/ S.L.V. 2023)

Dessert: Three Chocolate Caramel Terrine 

White Chocolate Mousse, Milk Chocolate Mousse, Dark Chocolate Cake with Caramel Layers, Served with a Rich and Savory Creme Anglaise (SERVED w/ ARTEMIS)