My son and his fiancé chose Solterra Winery & Kitchen as the venue for their rehearsal dinner. This was planned long distance via email, my son and his fiancé live in Nashville, we live in New Jersey. From my future daughter-in-law's first contact with Alex, the event manager, to the final clean up, it was a perfect experience!
Our menu included appetizers: charcuterie boards, flatbreads, and beef skewers. Entrees: roasted chicken, short rib, house salad, Patatas bravas, and Brussels sprouts. Dessert- flourless cake. We chose 4 wines: Sauv Blanc, Ainsley Bordeaux, a 2019 Petite Syrah, and a 2019 Tempranillo.
The charcuterie boards had a wonderful variety of items and were as artist as they they were delicious! The beef skewers flavor and tenderness was a delight, and the three varieties of flatbreads, were each unique and flavorful!
The short rib (I'm so thankful we added extra portions of it at our 14 day deadline) was nothing short of perfection! It was served over a bed of beans and garnished! Roasted chicken was good, the patatas bravas had layers of flavor while the Brussels sprouts were crispy and tender and seasoned. Hats off the the chef! We'll done!
Our guests kept commenting that the venue was unique, and how impressed they were by the food.
We arrived in California two days prior to our event and showed up to wine taste unannounced. Initially we were told it might be too late for wine tastings, but without making us feel awkward, Jason, the bartender, helped us out with an impromptu tasting. We were able to quickly narrow down our choices for the event because Jason was knowledgeable and friendly! He suggested a certain number of not for our number of guests and he was spot on!
The day of the event we arrived a few minutes ahead of our contract time. We offered to wait outside, but Alex was warm and welcoming, and invited us in to begin decorating. All evening Alex or another server were there to serve beverages, clean plates, refill food and water. Both were very accommodating and friendly.
Shawn/Shaun, the manager checked on us several times throughout the event to see if we needed anything. His presence was appreciated!
If we lived locally, we would be regulars at Solterra Winery & Kitchen!