Sommelier Shinya Tasaki & Winemaker Richie Allen:
Exploring Pairing Possibilities Between Rombauer Wines and Seasonal Japanese Ingredients

We are pleased to announce a tasting seminar featuring Richie Allen, winemaker at Napa Valley's premium winery Rombauer Vineyards, and Sommelier Shinya Tasaki. Focusing on the highly acclaimed Chardonnay Carneros, we will taste four wines in total. In a dialogue format (with interpretation), they will discuss the characteristics of each wine and their compatibility with seasonal ingredients of Japan. We hope you will join us.
 

【About Rombauer Vineyards】
Established in 1980 in California's Napa Valley by former pilot Korner Rombauer and his wife. Founder Korner Rombauer's great-aunt Alma Rombauer authored the cookbook Joy of Cooking, reflecting the winery's deep connection to culinary arts. Rombauer Vineyards produces environmentally conscious wines, blending tradition with cutting-edge techniques.

【Major Awards】
Selected five times for Wine Spectator magazine's annual “Top 100 Wines of the World”
Selected for 17 consecutive years for Wine & Spirits magazine's “Top 10 Chardonnays” chosen by restaurants
Ranked as the No.1 Super Luxury Chardonnay in the United States

【Director of Winemaking, Richie Allen】 
Richie Allen, originally from Australia, discovered California wines while traveling and studied winemaking at the University of Adelaide in Australia. After gaining experience at renowned Australian wineries such as Penfolds, he joined Lombauer in 2004 and became Head Winemaker in 2008.