Thank you to all who attended and supported the 2022 Bacchanalia Gala Dinner + Auction, presented by National Bank Private Banking 1859.

The 2023 Gala will take place on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. Mark your calendars!

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 evening kicked off with a sparkling wine reception at 6 p.m. and featured nine additional outstanding wines paired with an exquisite five-course menu prepared by the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver’s culinary team, led by Executive Chef David Baarschers.  The evening was topped off with 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!

Menu

Reception
seven stars by Township 7 Sirius 2015, Fraser Valley, BC, Canada
McWatters Collection Brut 2017, Okanagan Valley, BC, Canada

First Course
Lemon Goat Chèvre Croquette
Spring Pea | Baby Heirloom Tomato

Frind Estate Winery Baronesse 2021, Okanagan Valley, BC, Canada
Phantom Creek Estates Pinot Gris 2018, Okanagan Valley, BC, Canada

Second Course
Seared West Coast Scallop
Confit Pork Belly | Pickled Pear Relish | Spring Radish

Ex Nihilo Vineyards Pinot Noir 2020, Okanagan Valley, BC, Canada
Rodney Strong Wine Estates Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2017, Sonoma County, California, USA

Third Course
Certified Angus Petite Filet
Short Rib & Porcini Agnolotti | Charred Rapini | Confit Garlic Purée

Savian Vini Bainsizza IGT 2011, Veneto, Italy
Colletto Bergamasca Rosso IGP Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot 2014, Tuscany, Italy

Fourth Course
Prima Donna Maturo, Comté 18 month
Cave Aged Gruyère Tartelette
Brûléed Grape & Fig Salad

Aquilini Wines 10,000 Hours Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Red Mountain, Washington, USA
One Faith Vineyards & Winery Grand Vin 2015, Okanagan Valley, BC, Canada

Fifth Course
A spectacular surprise dessert!

Tommasi Family Estates Il Sestante Amarone della Valpolicella 2017, Veneto, Italy

All proceeds from the Bacchanalia Gala support Bard on the Beach.

Individual tickets are now on sale. To purchase a full table of 8 please contact gala@vanwinefest.ca.

Black Tie
No Minors 19+

Festival events will be subject to any current Public Health Orders or venue policies.