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London - Dinner with Joel Peterson at Frederick's
Join Californian wine legend and “Godfather of Zin” Joel Peterson at Frederick’s, for a dinner that puts the 2022 vintage of Once & Future zinfandel in the spotlight. Along with buyer Victoria Mason MW, Joel will present the wines, paired alongside a delicious three-course meal.
Tickets are limited so book early to avoid disappointment.
Having begun his winemaking career in 1972, Joel Peterson has become synonymous with high-quality single-vineyard zinfandel and has been a driving force in cementing the recognition and appreciation of Californian wines.
We’re thrilled he will be joining us with buyer Victoria Mason MW at Frederick’s, for a dinner that puts the 2022 vintage of Once & Future zinfandel in the spotlight while sharing the story of his journey in wine.
Ticket numbers are limited so book early to avoid disappointment.
The wines being shown at the dinner include:
Once & Future Oakley Road Vineyard Zinfandel 2022
Once & Future Green and Red Napa Zinfandel 2022
Once & Future Bedrock Vineyard Zinfandel 2022
Once & Future Dickerson Vineyard Napa Zinfandel 2022
Once & Future Teldeschi Vineyard Frank's Block Zinfandel 2022
Once & Future Teldeschi Vineyard Frank's Block Zinfandel 2016
Ravenswood Teldeschi Zinfandel 2004
The 3-course menu for this dinner is detailed below.
Please note; while dietary requirements for food allergies or intolerances can be accommodated with advance notice, the menu for this dinner is as described and amendments or substitutions based on preference cannot be accommodated. All dishes are prepared in the same kitchen meaning allergen cross-contamination cannot be avoided and traces may remain.
Please notify the Tastings Team of any dietary requirements or allergies by email to - tastings@thewinesociety.com
Starter
Angus beef carpaccio, Black Bomber, rocket & blackberries, balsamic dressing
Vegetarian alternative
Mushroom parfait, plum & cherry relish, chargrilled toast
Main course
Slow cooked Welsh lamb neck, pearl barley risotto, cavolo nero, aubergine purée
Vegetarian alternative
Aubergine ragu, pearl barley risotto, cavolo nero, aubergine purée
Cheese
Selection of cheeses from The Cheese Plate
A pillar of the Islington restaurant scene, Frederick’s is a family-run restaurant at the heart of the Camden Passage antiques quarter. Regarded as an Islington institution, Frederick’s was established by Louis Segal in 1969 and has been run by the Segal family ever since, serving modern European cuisine in a relaxed, contemporary environment.
Sit back, relax, and let the Tastings & Events team guide you through the wonders of food and wine pairing, whether it be at a restaurant takeover, themed dinner, Members’ lunch, or foodie masterclass. Our team will help members learn the building blocks of how the flavours and sensations in food and wine interact. The menus for the events are usually provided on registration but do let us know of any dietary or seating requirements.
Do you send physical tickets or is it all e-tickets?
We no longer send out physical tickets for our events. An email confirming registration will be sent to the member who has purchased the ticket(s) and this email can be used as confirmation upon arrival at the event.
Can I bring a non-member?
Yes. Tickets must be booked by a member, but you are welcome to bring non-member guests.
Do I need to know lots about wine to attend?
Absolutely not! Our events target a range of experience and knowledge levels, and we try to make this clear on our event pages. If you’re unsure if an event is for you, simply contact tastings@thewinesociety.com and we will try to help.
Do I get a discount on wines after events?
After our ‘in person’ events, we offer attendees a 10% discount on the wines we have shown, subject to availability. You will be provided with a private code after attending the event to redeem the discount
What is your cancellation policy?
Full details on our cancellation policy can be found here.
Can I join a waiting list for sold out events?
Yes. Please do feel free to join our waiting lists for sold out events. If tickets become available you will be contacted by email.
To ensure our tastings and events run smoothly and are enjoyed by all, we would ask members and guests to:
• Be respectful of others by moving away from the tables once a sample has been poured, unless talking with a producer or staff member
• Be aware of others waiting to try the wines when talking to producers and staff members
• Not wear perfume or aftershave as this can make it difficult for others to taste the wines
• Avoid crowding around the spittoons to keep them accessible to others
• Avoid bringing large bags into the room or wearing back packs, for the comfort of others
• Be mindful of your alcohol intake and make use of the spittoons and water provided.
Please note that:
• We operate a Challenge25 policy and you or your guest/s may therefore be asked to show ID to confirm being over 18. We reserve the right to refuse service should it be deemed necessary.
• We have a duty of care to Society, venue and agency staff, winemakers and producers in attendance, as well as to members and guests. Any inappropriate behaviour or harassment will therefore not be tolerated. Instances of inappropriate behaviour or harassment will be dealt with by the Events Manager or Head of Tastings & Events in attendance, and if it's deemed that the behaviour is harmful, the offender will be asked to leave the tasting, with further action to follow.