A Fall Wine Dinner

Nothing makes me happier than spending time with friends and family around a table filled with good food, good wine and a beautiful setting. I recently got together with my friends over at Duo Catering and winemaker Ernst Storm of Storm Wines to put together a fall wine dinner for a small intimate group. From choosing fresh fall produce to correctly sipping and swirling your wine glass, here are some tips to throwing your own wine dinner.

What To Wear:

Since my dinner table was set up in the middle of a rustic field, I opted for flat boots and pants. And while I love to be stylish, comfort is something I always go for when hosting and  consuming lot's of good food and wine. 

Below: J.Crew hat, IRO top, Citizens of Humanity pants, 

 The Tabletop:

I'm a fan of neutral linens accented with simple bold flowers. For this dinner I used antique china with a gold rim to incorporate a metallic shade.

The Menu:

One tip I learned from Brian and Ashley at Duo is to always pick up fresh, good produce. Find a local organic farm in your area or stop by the closest farmer's market. Let the food you pair progress with the wines you choose. Start with a lighter white wine and end with a more extracted red wine. See the full menu from our dinner below. 

Tasting Wine, Tips from Ernst Storm:

Swirling introduces oxygen which softens particularly red wines. When swirling the glass hold the stem not to warm the wine with your finger tips. 

A rustic wine bar for a wine dinner. 

This project was made in collaboration with the Ugg Australia Creative Council.