Union's Winemaker Dinner with Mark Ryan Winery & Baer Winery September 3, 2006

Union hosts two of Washington's highest-rated,
small production wine makers

Featuring limited releases from Mark Ryan Winery and Bear Winery, Chef Ethan Stowell’s perfectly paired dishes will showcase the best of summer’s bounty. Join us for a sumptuous dinner highlighting a rare sampling of Woodinville’s finest.

Union’s Winemaker Dinner
Featuring

Mark Ryan Winery
&
Bear Winery

Sunday, September 10, 2006
6:30 p.m.

Scallop Crudo with Cucumber and Ginger
2005 Mark Ryan Chardonnay

Roasted Halibut with Heirloom Tomato and Pea Sprout Salad
2004 Baer Chardonnay

Baked Ocean Trout with Chanterelle Mushrooms Braised
with Veal Jus and Thyme
2004 Mark Ryan Wild Eyed Syrah

Braised Veal Cheeks with Cavatelli Pasta, Oregano, and Pecorino Toscano
2003 Baer Ursa

Wagyu Beef Sirloin with Roasted Lobster Mushrooms, Potato Puree and Red Wine Reduction
2004 Mark Ryan Long Haul

Fourme D’Ambert Blue Cheese with Kadota Figs and Port
2004 Baer Arcotus

Peach Sorbet with Lemon Verbena Crème Fraiche and Cookies

Seven Course Dinner,
Paired with Wine
$95

For reservations, contact:
Union
(206) 838-8000

Union:
Chef Ethan Stowell’s Union restaurant was recently named by Seattle Magazine as one of the “Top 10 Restaurants in Seattle” and by Food & Wine magazine as one of the “Top 376 Restaurants in the World.” Paired with distinctive wines, Stowell’s superbly prepared courses are simple, fresh and elegant. With a daily changing menu focusing on quality ingredients from around the block and around the world, Union is Seattle’s most unique culinary adventure. Phone: (206) 838-8000, E-mail: info@unionseattle.com, Website: www.unionseattle.com

Mark Ryan Winery:
Founded in 1999 by Mark Ryan McNeilly, Mark Ryan Winery is a small winery located in Woodinville, Washington. Our goal is to produce handcrafted, wines that represent the vineyard from which they came, varietal character and our style. From the vineyards to the winery, our uncompromising commitment to quality and our passion to produce the best wines possible inspire us to make these wines for you. Phone: (206) 910-7967, E-mail: mark@markryanwinery.com, Website: www.markryanwinery.com

Bear Winery:
Located on 6 beautiful, secluded acres in Washington, Baer Winery is one of the Woodinville family of elite wine producers. Our small, family-owned and operated enterprise is dedicated to producing the finest blends of exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. Single vineyard and reserve wines will also be available in select vintages. With limited productions, the best way to obtain Bear Wines is directly through their mailing list. E-mail: info@baerwinery.com, Website: www.baerwinery.com

Official Website: http://www.unionseattle.com