Presented by
Honorary Gala Chair: Ray Signorello
The 2025 Bacchanalia Gala Dinner + Auction, presented by National Bank Private Banking 1859, took place on Saturday, February 22, at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver.
One of the most spectacular wine and food events in the city – an evening of incredible wine, inventive food pairings, and unparalleled opportunities to enhance your wine cellar.
The 2025 Bacchanalia Gala Dinner + Auction, presented by National Bank Private Banking 1859, kicked off with a sparkling wine reception at 6 p.m. and featured an outstanding selection of West Coast wines paired with an exquisite five-course menu prepared by the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver’s culinary team. The evening was topped off with live music and dancing. Live and silent auctions throughout the evening featured rare wines, epicurean getaways and unique culinary experiences featuring chefs and sommeliers from the West Coast’s top restaurants. A must for any serious wine collector!
Master of Ceremonies: Chris Gailus, Global BC News Anchor
Sparkling Wine Reception
Tirriddis Sparkling Wines House Gris Brut NV, Columbia Valley AVA
Tirriddis Sparkling Wines House Rosé Brut NV, Columbia Valley AVA
Begin
Mosaic of Winter Harvest
Heirloom Carrot | Spiced Beet Paint | Romanesco | Mint Pistu
Signorello Estate Hope’s Cuvée Chardonnay 2021, Napa Valley AVA
Robert Mondavi Winery Sauvignon Blanc 2022, Napa Valley AVA
Surf
Pacific Tidal Pool
Diver Scallop | Uni | Nori Crumble | Saffron Cream | Ocean Scents
Calera Pinot Noir 2023, Central Coast AVA
Lingua Franca AVNI Pinot Noir 2022, Willamette Valley AVA
Turf
Tournedos Rossini
Brioche French Toast | Duck Fat & Beef Tallow Candle | Wild Mushroom
Caymus Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, California AVA
McPrice Myers M Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, Paso Robles AVA
Fromage à Trois
Nanaimo Bar
Dark Chocolate Coconut |Buffalo Blue Custard | Ganache Glazed | Herb Fried Happy Days
Pâte à Choux
Iberico Mousseline Cream | Piave Vecchio Craquelin |Smoked Applewood Tuille
Ice Cream Sandwich
Château de Bourgogne | Toasted Sesame Honey Shortbread | Roasted Fig Jelly
Signorello Estate Padrone 2021, Napa Valley AVA
To Finish
Apple Pie 2.0
Apple Mousse | Vanilla Almond Crust | Thyme Crumble | Bourbon Jus
Black Tie. 19+
