Alamo Media Event: New line of wines to benefit Alamo preservation

Where: Front of the Alamo Shrine. Free reception and wine tasting at the Menger Hotel immediately following the media event
When: Thursday, November 20th at 4:00 pm

Please join us in front of the Alamo Shrine as we announce our exciting new collaboration with Fall Creek Vineyards and H.E.B. to benefit preservation efforts to our iconic structure – the Alamo Shrine. A free reception and wine tasting at the Menger Hotel will immediately follow the 15 minute media event. Reception

Chef Jason Dady’s Assorted Hors’ de Oeuvres

SAVVY Fall Martini
1st Course
Fall Squash Bisque with Citrus Inspirations
Mission 2007 Sauvignon Blanc
2nd Course
Duck Confit Ravioli with Sweet Corn, Italian Parsley and Toasted Garlic Breadcrumbs
Fall Creek Vineyards Chardonnay
3rd Course
Pan Roasted Salmon with Fall Ragout, Baby Spinach and Brown Butter Emulsion
2007 Fall Creek Vineyards Chenin Blanc
4th Course
Cast Iron Seared Beef Tenderloin with Mousseline Potato, Baby Carrot and Wild Mushroom “Brodo”
Mission 2007Cabernet Sauvignon
Dessert
Dessert“White Chocolate and Cherry Cheesecake” with Candied Texas Nuts and Shortbread Cookie
Fall Creek Vineyards Muscat Canelli

Points of Interest:

Fall Creek Vineyards of Austin is producing Sauvigon Blanc and Cabernet Savignon wines titled “MISSION de San Antonio de Valero”
The MISSION wines are available in H.E.B. stores across Texas
A portion of proceeds from the sale of the MISSION line are to be donated to The Alamo to assist in preservation of the iconic Alamo Shrine
The Alamo, working with architect and historic preservationist Carolyn Peterson of the firm Ford Powell & Carson, has identified current preservation needs for the Shrine.
The Alamo Shrine is in no immediate danger. Preservation efforts will include addressing moisture in the limestone, reinforcing the foundation, and addressing small structural issues that are common in a building over 250 years old!
Total cost of Alamo Shrine preservation is $1.6 million and will be a multi-year process. Should an individual wish to directly contribute to the effort, he or she may visit us online at: www.thealamo.org to donate.
Additional Benefit Dinner Thursday Evening: Please join Fall Creek Vineyards at The Lodge at 6:30 the evening of Thursday, November 20th. Chef and owner Jason Dady will prepare of 5-course seated dinner. Proceeds will benefit Alamo preservation efforts. The cost is $65 (plus tax and gratuity) and seating is limited. To reserve your place, contact The Lodge at: 210-349-8466 or online at: www.thelodgerestaurant.com

We look forward to seeing you at the media event and free wine tasting.

For more information, contact Craig Stinson, Alamo Marketing & Development Manager at: 210-225-1391 × 36, cstinson@thealamo.org, or by mobile phone at: 210-324-8774.

Visit Fall Creek Vineyards online at: www.fcv.com
Visit H.E.B. online at: www.heb.com
Special Thanks to the Menger Hotel for hosting the free reception and wine tasting: http://mengerhotel.com