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Great Turnout at Carroll County
Fundraiser
All of us at Antrim 1844 would like to thank everyone who attended
the 9th annual A Culinary Experience in support of Carroll County Rape Crisis Intervention Center. It is a great cause and deserves all our support. We would also like
to thank everyone who voted for Antrim's decorations.
Also congratulations to Joann Mabry who won our award for dinner for two plus a night's stay. Way to go Joann!!!
Thanksgiving Day at Antrim 1844
Join us Thursday, November 27th for a traditional thanksgiving meal prepared
by Chef Michael Gettier. We have seatings available at 1:30 p.m., 2:00
p.m., and 2:30 p.m. The cost will be $68.50 per person plus beverages,
taxes, and gratuities. The menu will have four choices of appetizers and
entrées with Turkey featuring prominently! Children under 12 who would
not desire our special six course meal have the option of a three course
meal for $45.00 or a an abbreviated menu of salad, crispy chicken tenders,
and dessert for $25.00. For reservations please call 1-800-858-1844.
Antrim, Chef
Gettier Nominated Again for Restaurant of the Year, Chef of the Year.
For a second year in a row, the Restaurant Association of Maryland has
nominated Antrim 1844 for the title of Restaurant of the Year, and our
own Executive Chef Michael Gettier has been nominated for Chef of the Year. The Restaurant Association of Maryland Awards banquet will be held on Monday,
April 28th. The general public is encouraged to vote for
their favorites. You can cast your vote by visiting here
Antrim Garners Another Prestigious Award for
it’s Wine List
Wine Enthusiast Magazine has just awarded Antrim 1844 with the Award of
Unique distinction, an award presented to only 198 restaurants in North
America. For more information about the award please visit
Wine Enthusiast Magazine
Wine Spectator Awards Best of Excellence Award to Antrim for the
14th
consecutive Year
In an ever increasing field of restaurants with impressive wine lists,
Antrim 1844 shines once again as Wine Spectator Magazine presents it with
it’s 14th consecutive Best of Award of Excellence. The Best of Award
of Excellence is presented to restaurants whose wine lists and wine programs
are considered by industry insiders to be the gold standard. Click here to read more
Antrim Named Once Again as one of the Distinguished Restaurants of North
America
The Distinguished Restaurants of North America “DiRoNA” for short, has
listed Antrim 1844 in their Dining for a 14th consecutive edition.
The DiRoNA listing is the result of a 128 point blind inspection done by
DiRoNA’s investigative arm and no restaurant is ever informed of their
presence and they are only notified after the list has been published.
For more info on DiRoNA, click here
Zagat Survey Gives Antrim 1844 Maryland’s Highest Marks
The Zagat guide and survey has placed Antrim 1844 at the top of the list
of Maryland restaurants by awarding Antrim 1844 the highest scores for
décor, food and service. The Zagat survey is a private survey which
is conducted by it’s members and reflects the over all membership’s impressions
regarding their favorite restaurants. To view our rankings or participate
in a survey click here
Once Again Antrim 1844 Included in Baltimore Magazine’s best Places to
Eat.
Even though this year the list of favorites has been whittled down to 41 form the traditional 55, Baltimore Magazine has seen fit to include Antrim in it's list of best places to eat in Baltimore in spite of Antrim being 45 miles away.. We here at Antrim consider it a great honor to be included with the best that Baltimore has to offer. To read the magazine’s review click here
The Knot Picks Antrim 1844 as
"Best of Weddings" for 2007
Voted one of “best of weddings” in the Mid-Atlantic region
by the “the knot” has truly been a very rewarding experience. Over 25,000 Brides participated in a very
comprehensive tell-all survey which included all aspects of the bridal industry
including but not limited to Bakers, Salons, Florists and Reception sites. Out of a score of 100, Antrim 1844 received
a rating of 99.3!
Here you can pick up a copy of the magazine with the article in it.
Antrim 1844 a Finalist in the 2007
Small Business Awards
The Carroll County Department of
Economic Development and the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce joined together
in late November 2007, to recognize outstanding Carroll companies who are
industry leaders that make a significant contribution to the local economy. We
are proud that Antrim 1844 was a finalist for this award, and are honored to be
recognized alongside many other outstanding businesses in our community.
President Abraham Lincoln sighted at
Antrim 1844!
Our Corporate guests were treated to a surprise visit in our Drawing Rooms
by the 16th President of the United States this winter. One of Gettysburg,
Pennsylvania’s “most recognized” residents is nationally-renowned Lincoln
actor and Lincoln historian, James A. Getty, who captivates audiences with
his award-winning interpretation of our country’s 16th President. Getty
brings Lincoln to life, presenting the President in a seminar-style session
to Fortune 500 corporate executives, government leadership groups, and
managers from across the country: literally anyone who faces the daily
challenges of managing a team of people, and guiding them toward a common
goal. For years, Getty has enlightened and entertained audiences across
the country. And, as a noted Lincoln historian, he specializes
in uniquely tailoring his programs—specifically for corporate meetings
and retreats and for other special events. President Lincoln would be happy
to appear at your next Corporate Event at Antrim 1844! Please contact our
Corporate Sales Director for more information.
Washintonian Magazine Sings The Praises of Antrim's 37 Fireplaces
Recently Antrim 1844 was featured in Washingtonian Magazine for its 20
inviting wood burning fireplaces. Antrim’s 25 acres offers 11 outbuildings
each with one or more wood burning or gas fireplaces. All of our fireplaces
are ready to be used upon the guest’s arrival, so there is little left
for the guest to do except enjoy the ambience of the soft glow of the fire.
As described in the article, “Guests can spend an evening at Antrim and
not sit by the same fire twice.” Not only do most of the guest rooms
offer fireplaces to unwind by, many also offer Jacuzzi tubs or steam showers
to add to the relaxing and romantic atmosphere of your getaway.
“I have been to
several inns with fireplaces but I must say that was the best
fireplace yet. I appreciate the starter block and please thank the
person who prepared all the wood, cutting it down
to sizes that burn easily."
- Jim & Nanette
Reames
To read the whole article, visit the Washingtonian website
Antrim Named MOST ROMANTIC INN
– KAREN BROWNS WORLD OF TRAVEL
Antrim 1844 has received the prestigious Reader’s Choice Award “2007 Mid Atlantic Most Romantic Inn”. Click here to Check out what Karen Brown's readers say about Antrim 1844
Antrim Opens New Villa in Houduras
According to Condé Nast Traveler, Roatan ranks in the top
ten most beautiful beaches in the world.
Our Innkeepers, Richard & Dort, have meticulously and beautifully decorated
the 4 bedroom villa with romantic four poster beds and elegant island furniture—all
topped off with an absolutely beautiful Infinity Pool with nothing but
the most beautiful and clear view of the Caribbean you heart could imagine.
. The villa is situated on the western tip of the Island only minutes to
the most breathtaking beach you could imagine with the most crystal blue
85 degree water you will ever experience. Surrounded by the 2nd largest
coral barrier in the world you will find many attractions to suit your
needs. They include Dolphin Encounters, Diving Sessions—for both the experienced and inexperienced, a glass bottom boat ride, Butterfly garden, Carambola Gardens, the West end with its endless shops and restaurants , and the legendary local pub Sundowners, where you will experience not only very tantalizing libations, but also a breathtaking sunset.
Antrim’s Cellar and Tasting Room prove to be a huge
success.
After a year, it is clear to everyone here at Antrim that the opening
of the cellar tasting room has been an unqualified success. Weekend reservations are now two months out.
We’ve had so many dinner guests try out dinner in the cellar that we have lost
count. We’ve also had our share of
celebrities dine in the cellar. Modesty forbids us to name them here! For information regarding dinners or afternoon tastings please Email our
Restaurant Manager, Sia Ayrom.
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The Estate of Truchard
Thursday,
September 20th, 2007
Anthony Truchard II's family founded Truchard Vineyards in 1973 in the Napa
Valley. In
1989, the Truchards began making wine for themselves using only their
estate-grown fruit. An old barn on the property was converted into a winery;
this barn became the symbol for Truchard Vineyards and adorns the top of the
wine label. With the addition of a 10,500 square foot wine cave, the winery has
become a beautiful, modern facility. The winery makes 11 different wines,
producing a total of 16,000 cases per year.
Anthony
has graciously agreed to present us with some of the gems in their collection
including a first taste of the Truchard 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon as well
as a taste of a Late Harvest Roussanne so rare that it is not even available
from the Truchard website. Of course our
own executive chef Michael Gettier has risen to the occasion once more and has
prepared another scrumptious menu to complement the incredible wines being
presented.
Our evening with Anthony Truchard is
$105.00 per person, including tax and gratuity.
Hors d’oeuvres will begin at the traditional time of 6:30pm, followed by
an introduction from Anthony at 7:00pm, and seating at approximately
7:30pm. For those interested in spending
the night at the inn, we offer discounted room rates to wine dinner guests of
$125.00 for Mansion rooms and $150.00 for any suite. (For a full room list with descriptions,
please visit our web site at www.antrim1844.com.) To make a reservation or for questions, please
call Antrim at (800) 858-1844, or from Baltimore, please call (410)
876-0237. We look forward to seeing
everyone on the Twentieth of September.
Antrim 1844 just listed as one of
“1000 places to see before you die”
Word has come to us that in the new edition of“1000 Places to See Before You Die in the USA and Canada” Antrim 1844 has been listed among such places as Route 66 and the Grand Canyon.
The phenomenon 1,000 Places to See Before You Die has 2.2 million copies in print and has spent 144 weeks and counting on The New York
Times bestseller list as well as a companion television program on The Travel
Channel.
White House Chef Visits
Antrim
 We are proud to announce a rare visit by retired White House Executive
Pastry Chef Roland Mesnier for a book signing and dinner on Wednesday July
11th 2007.Roland
Mesnier was the pastry chef at the Princess Hotel and Governor's Palace in
Bermuda before being hired by first lady Rosalyn Carter in 1980 as head pastry
chef at the White House. While there, he served more than 40 queens, kings,
princes, princesses and heads of state, launched the first professional pastry
course at the Academy of Cuisine in Washington, D.C., and opened the doors of
the White House to the best pastry cooks in the United States. He retired from
the White House in July 2004 after 25 years of service. He is the recipient of
several awards and honors, including a Doctorate of Culinary Arts from Johnson
and Wales University and multiple gold, silver and bronze medals from culinary
exhibitions around the world. His latest book is "Dessert
University." He lives in Fairfax County, Va.
This
special evening with Chef Mesnier will begin at 6:30 with cocktails & Hors
D’Oeuvres and a chance to have your copy of Dessert University signed by the
author followed by a brief introduction.
We
will be serving our six-course dinner prepared by our executive chef Michael
Gettier featuring a panaché of desserts
prepared from Chef Mesnier’s recipes.
The cost of this dinner is
$68.50 per person plus beverages, tax and gratuities. Space is extremely limited so please do not hesitate to call for
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A Celebration of Conn Creek
Thursday, May 10, 2007
Long before he was
chosen to become winemaker and general manager for Conn Creek, one of Napa
Valley’s storied small wineries, Jeff McBride figured it out: Winemaking is both art and science and over the years, Jeff has carefully
mastered both.
Jeff holds a degree in biochemistry from the University of Colorado. He
also has another degree in philosophy, and if that doesn’t prepare you
for the premium wine business, nothing will.
Jeff put down his roots in
California’s wine country over 25 years ago and began making consumable art for
Kenwood and at Dry Creek. He came to Conn Creek in 2003 after a five-year stint
at Dry Creek where he made Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, the prime varietals
for Conn Creek’s classic “Bordeaux style” red wine. Jeff also made Zinfandel for Dry Creek, as well as Pinot Noir,
Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay.
Upon joining Conn Creek, Jeff said,
“Conn Creek has a strong heritage in Napa Valley and to have the responsibility
to continue the legacy as Winemaker and General Manager is a career
fulfillment.” One of Jeff’s priorities
as winemaker and general manager at Conn Creek is to further enhance premium
grape sources in the Valley. “Conn
Creek has always created distinctive wines from the best sites within Napa
Valley,” Jeff said. “It is my honor to
have the opportunity to continue this tradition.” According to Jeff, “Wine
enhances life. Wine brings joy and stimulates communication. It is consumable
art.”
It is this art that we
celebrate on Thursday, May 10, 2007 when Jeff McBride will be our guest of
honor. Complementing Jeff’s artistry,
our own executive chef, Michael Gettier will
be preparing another evening’s worth of delight. (See enclosed menu for
details).
This
celebration of Conn Creek is $105.00 per person, inclusive of tax and
gratuity. Hors d’oeuvres will begin at
the traditional time of 6:30pm, followed by opening remarks from Richard &
Jeff at 7:00pm, and seating at approximately 7:30pm. For those interested in staying the night, as always we also
offer reduced room rates to wine dinner guests: $125.00 for Mansion rooms and $175.00 for any
suite. For a full room list with
descriptions, please visit our web site at www.antrim1844.com. To make a reservation or for questions,
please call Antrim at (800) 858-1844, or from Baltimore, please call (410)
876-0237. Space is limited so please
make your reservation now.
Menu
Chef’s
Choice Hand Passed Hors d’oeuvres
Erath Pinot Gris 2005
Seared
Tuna Pistachio
Conn Creek Cabernet Franc 2003
Tian of
Veal & Foie Gras
Conn Creek Cabernet Sauvignon 2003
Toasted
Chevre Flan with Salmis of Lamb
Conn Creek Anthology 2003
Filet
Mignon of Beef a la Sanglier
Conn Creek Cabernet Sauvignon Collins Vineyard
2003
Conn Creek Cabernet Sauvignon Yountville 2003
Coconut
Bavois & Crispy Apple Streudel
Chateau
Ste. Michelle Late Harvest Riesling 2005
$105.00
per person (includes Gratuity & Tax)
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Thursday, February 8, 2007
Family has always been a cornerstone of everything Benziger stands for. Not only is the Benziger
family California’s largest winemaking family, but it’s very evident how
strongly they value their community, the land they farm, and the wine they
craft. We always
look forward to meeting an expert on our featured wines and on this evening we
are delighted to welcome Kathy
Benziger, the youngest of Bruno and Helen's seven children. Kathy will be on hand to explain in detail the techniques and the benefits of
biodynamic farming, as well as give us an introduction to each of the Benziger
products we are sampling, some of which are not available in
Maryland. Then we’ll sit down to another incredible dinner created especially by
Chef Michael Gettier to showcase these outstanding wines.
This Tribute to the Benziger Family Winery is $98.00 per person inclusive. We will begin the evening with hors
d’oeuvres at 6:30 p.m., followed by introductory remarks from Ms. Benziger at
7:00 p.m. and seating at approximately 7:30 p.m. For those interested in spending the night, wine dinner guests
can enjoy Antrim’s luxurious accommodations at the special rates of $125.00 for
Mansion rooms and $175.00 for suites.
To make a reservation or for questions, please call Antrim at (800)
858-1844, or from Baltimore, at (410) 876-0237. We look forward to seeing all of our friends and family at this
family gathering.
Hors d’Oeuvres
Chef’s Selection of
Butlered Hors d’Oeuvres
Benziger Family Sauvignon Blanc
NorthCoast 2004
Salmon & Citrus
Rose on Leek Cream
Benziger Family Chardonnay Los Carneros 2005
Sea Scallop Rossini
with Risotto PerigourdineBenziger
Family Syrah 2004
Wild Mushroom and Chevre Streudel
with Duck Confit
Benziger Family Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma 2003Benziger Reserve Cabernet
Sauvignon Sonoma 2003
Intermezzo
Shrimp Stuffed Filet of
Beef
Benziger Tribute Sonoma Mountain 2003
Peach & Toasted Pinenut Bruschetta On Brioche with Apricot Stilton
Benziger Muscat Canelli, Bartolucci Vineyard V. 2004
Call today for reservations!
1-800-858-1844
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Annual New Years Eve Gala |
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Antrim 1844 Country House Hotel
Announces It's 2006
New Years Eve Gala
It is time once again to make your plans to attend the annual Antrim 1844 New Year's Eve Gala. This year's Black Tie event will once again feature an extraordinary seven-course dining extravaganza specially designed for the evening by Executive Chef Michael Gettier served impeccably by Maitre d'Hotel Sia Ayrom and his staff.
You will be romantically entertained by a jazz ensemble trhough dinner and as you dance the night away on the veranda. Of course, New Year's Eve at Antrim would not be complete without a champagne toast and bagpipers performing Auld Lang Syne at midnight.
Enhance your evening by staying the night in one of our 29 luxurious rooms or suites, most appointed with fireplaces, Jacuzzis or both (please visit www.antrim1844.com for a full description of each room). For our Inn guests, you New Year's Eve stay will be will begin with a glass of fine sherry upon arrival, accented by the graceful music of our house pianist in the drawing rooms. Afternoon tea will be served from 4:00 to 5:00 pm. Following tea, there's time to unwind before the evening's festivities beginning at 7:00 pm.
After a blissful night in your feather bed, you'll awaken to a continental breakfast tray delivered to your door followed by a full country breakfast served in the Mansion from 9:30 to 10:30 am.
As seating for the gala and accommodations are limited we urge you call and make your reservations as soon as possible.
Call today for reservations!
1-800-858-1844
Gala Only - $150 per person plus tax, gratuity, and beverages
An optional wine pairing is available for $50 per person
Accommodation rates range from $300-475
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Amuse
Bouche of the Evening
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Paupiettes
of Dover Sole with Curried Oysters
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Lobster
Salad with Boston Bibb Lettuce
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Filet
of Beef with Wild Boar Tomato Sauce
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Assiette
of Assorted Cheeses
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New
Year’s Eve Dessert Fantasy
Now taking reservations:
1-800-858-1844
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A Grand Champagne Weekend at Antrim |
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Featuring the Champagnes of the House of Taittinger
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December 7th & 8th, 2006
For all those unable to travel to Europe for the upcoming holidays, Antrim
1844 is very pleased to be able to bring the French Champagne District to our guests! As we close out the year, we thought it appropriate to spend a weekend spotlighting the House of Taittinger.
Joining us as a special guest for this weekend of fun and merriment is none other than Jerome Jeandin, national director of Champagne Taittinger.
We will begin this weekend of fun at the traditional time of 6:30pm for hors d'oeuvres, and guests will enjoy another fabulous dinner by Chef Gettier at approximately 7:30pm (see menu below).
On the following evening if you join us for our regular six-course dinner you will be able to taste the 1988 and 1990 Brut Millesime as well as some other special treats. The cost of our final wine dinner of 2006 is $125.00 per person inclusive. The cost of the special tasting on Friday is $60.00 per person.
Due to the extreme popularity of our Champagne dinners, our resources, and thus our seating for this event, is extremely limited. To ensure a seat at the table for both nights, please make reservations as soon as possible by calling
(800) 858-1844. For those interested in spending the night, wine dinner guests on Thursday can enjoy Antrim's luxurious accommodations at the special rates of $125.00 for Mansion rooms and $175.00 for suites. We look forward to spending the entire weekend with you.
Menu
Hors d’Oeuvres
Chef’s Selection of Passed Hors d’oeuvres
and Oysters on the Half Shell with Caviar
Domaine Carneros Brut 2002
Dinner
Poached Rainbow Trout
with Salmon Mousse
Domaine Carneros “La Reve” 2000
Oyster & Bacon
Brochette and a Petite Tomato Tarte
Taittinger
Brut “La Francaise”
Olive Pasta Kerchief
with Foie Gras
Taittinger Comtes
de Champagne 1995
Intermezzo
Filet Mignon of Veal with Crispy Sweetbreads and Morels
Taittinger Comtes de Champagne Rosé 1996
Orange Almond Gateau
and Chocolate Tuile
Taittinger Prestige Rosé
Call today for reservations!
1-800-858-1844
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Antrim 1844's First Port Dinner |
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Antrim Presents the
Ports of Taylor
Featuring Robert Bower
23rd February 2006
Six thirty in the Evening
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The last of the original English founding port companies, Taylor's has managed to remain family owned. The same family has run the company for over 300 years ensuring that its outlook and philosophy remains focused one thing. Quality.
Peter Bearsley, one of the founding members of the firm, was the first Englishman to visit the Upper Douro to buy wines in the 1700's. This led to their first purchase of property in the Douro in 1744. During the Napoleonic wars, this property was used as a hospital for the Duke of Wellington's troops owing to the natural spring rising on the property. Those old buildings still stand today as a testament to Taylor's heritage.
Besides it's long history and tradition, Taylor's has always been an innovator and a pioneer when it comes to ports. They were the first to commercially release a single Quinta wine. They were the first to introduce a vintage reserve wine, a Late Bottle Vintage and a white port. Even though the methodology of extracting the fruit's sweet juice has remained the same throughout the centuries, Taylor's has remained at the center of all innovations to the port industry.
Taylor's heritage is also in its people. Robert Maurice Syndercombe Bower was born on the 3rd of June, 1975, in Oporto, Portugal. Raised in Portugal until he was 8 years old, he was then sent to England to continue his education. After Eton College he went on to Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine, in London. At Imperial he graduated in Biology and, a year later, obtained a Masters in Molecular Biology and Virology.
After leaving university he worked for 3 years in Cambridge for the pharmaceutical company, Novartis, thereafter he decided to return to his true passion of port wine. Before returning to Portugal, he continued his education with marketing, language and wine tasting courses, both in the United Kingdom and France.
Robert Bower joined the port wine industry in the Spring of 2001. He is now the 7th generation of the Yeatman line through his grandmother to be involved with port wine. His responsibilities encompass the management of the Fladgate Partnership portfolio in the United States.
It is our pleasure to have Mr Bower present his family's heritage on Thursday, February 23, 2006 accompanied by a challengingly delectable menu, masterfully created by our award winning executive chef, Michael Gettier. Hors d'oeuvres and the first tasting will begin at 6:30 p.m., followed by an introduction to the wines by mr. Bower around 7:00 p.m. and seating at approximately 7:30 p.m. We look forward to seeing everyone on the 23rd.
Call today for reservations!
1-800-858-1844
Dinner Only - $98 per person including tax, gratuity, and beverages
Special Accommodation rates range from $100-150
Menu
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Hors d`Oeuvres
Chef's Selection of Butlered Hors d'Oeuvres
Fonseca Porto Siroco
Dinner
Fillet of Dover Sole Gratin, Champagne Caper Sauce
Maison Louis Jadot Macon Villages 2004
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Medallion of Foie Gras with a Savory Apple Clafoutis
Delaforce "His Eminence's Choice" 10 yr old Tawny
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Intermezzo
(Domaine Carneros Le Reve)
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Aiguillette of Duck, Sauce Cassis
Taylor-Fladgate 20 yr Tawny
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Intermezzo
(Taittinger Prestige Rosé)
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Roulade of Lamb with Chevre and Pinenuts
Fonseca Quinta de Panascal
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Two Chocolate Bread Pudding on Sun-Dried Cherry Coulis
Fonseca Vintage 2003
Now taking reservations:
1-800-858-1844
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Joseph Phelps Wine Dinner |
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Wednesday, May 17th, 2006
Founded in 1972, Joseph Phelps
Vineyards is an independent, estate-based winery located outside of St. Helena.
Perched on a knoll in bucolic Spring Valley, the graceful redwood winery
overlooks vineyard-studded hills, the town of St. Helena and the Mayacamas
Mountains to the west.
Long known for his innovative spirit and passion
for quality, Joe Phelps pioneered a number of "firsts" in the early years of the
winery. The 1974 Insignia - released in the spring of 1978 - was the first
Bordeaux-style blend produced in California under a proprietary label. The
release of the 1974 Syrah in 1977 sparked industry-wide interest in a remarkable
French varietal whose plantings in California had disappeared and been virtually
forgotten for over half a century.
A native Marylander, Mike McEvoy
moved west to join Joseph Phelps Vineyards as Director of Marketing in 2003 and
in December 2005 was promoted to Vice President and Director of Sales. Mike is
responsible for sales and distribution of JPV wines in all 50 states and the
District of Columbia. His fifteen years of marketing and management experience
prior to joining JPV included positions with Legg Mason, Sylvan Learning Systems
and Thomson Corporation in Baltimore.
It is our privilege to host this
dinner and to be able to present for your enjoyment a side-by-side tasting of
the 2001 & 2002 Insignia. The 2002 Insignia was the number one wine in the
Wine Spectator's Top 100 Wines of 2005. Our executive chef Michael Gettier has
prepared a scrumptious menu as a backdrop to these fantastic wines and we expect
this wine dinner to sell out very quickly.
Our tribute to the wines of
Joseph Phelps Vineyards is $125.00 per person inclusive, and will begin with
hors d'oeuvres and the first tasting at 6:30 p.m., followed by an introduction
from Mr. McEvoy at 7:00 p.m. and seating at approximately 7:30 p.m. For those
interested in staying the night, Antrim's deluxe accommodations have been nicely
discounted for wine dinner guests at the rates of $100.00 for Mansion rooms and
$150.00 for any suite. For a full room list with descriptions, visit our web
site at www.antrim1844.com. To make a reservation or for questions, please call
Antrim at (800) 858-1844, or from Baltimore, at (410) 876-0237. Don't miss this
one. Space is truly limited.
Menu
Chef's Choice Hand
Passed Hors d'oeuvres
Joseph Phelps Pastiche White 2003
Shrimp
Roquefort with Toasted Almonds
Joseph Phelps Sauvignon Blanc 2004
Sweetbreads Milanaise with Foie Gras Hash
Joseph Phelps Le
Mistral 2003
Seared Carpaccio of Venison with Fresh Herbs &
Dijon
Joseph Phelps Syrah 2001
Roulade of Two Lambs with
Corn
and Black Beans
Joseph Phelps Insignia 2001 & 2002
Gateau of Chocolate and Grand Marnier
Michele
Chiarlo
Moscato d'Asti, D.O.C.G
Call today for
reservations!
1-800-858-1844
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Charles Krug Dinner at Antrim 1844 |
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The first winery in Napa Valley was founded in 1861 by Charles Krug, a 27-year old Prussian immigrant who became the major local winery figure of his era, greatly influencing Napa Valley's development as a world-renown wine-producing region. Upon his death, Cesare and Rosa Mondavi, Italian immigrants themselves took over the winery and while maintaining the Krug name; they passed its traditions down the generations.
It was Peter Mondavi Sr. who through his efforts has made the winery what it is today. Current owners, Peter's sons Peter Jr. and Marc are continuing Peter Sr.'s innovative methods of cold fermentation and other pioneering methods in producing some of the Carneros regions best wines.
It is indeed a great privilege and tremendous honor for us to present you the wines of Charles Krug Peter Modavi Family and to introduce them we are delighted to have with us co-owner Marc Mondavi.
The eldest son of Peter and Blanche Mondavi, Marc was born in 1954 in St. Helena. He caught the family winemaking bug early in life, holding his first official winery position at age 10.
Marc studied viticulture and enology at the University of California, Davis, and marketing at California State University, Sacramento.
He returned to the winery in 1978 after his studies, at which time he immersed himself in every aspect of winery operations. He worked with his father to further his knowledge of winemaking, and applied the expertise he had acquired at UC Davis to the winery's numerous vineyard holdings.
Marc is active in the Wine and Food Society of San Francisco, and has served as secretary and member of the board of the Winery Workers Pension Fund and a past president of the Winery Employers Association. He is also a member of Confrérie de la Chaîne des Rôtisseurs - L'Ordre Mondial des Gourmets Dégustateurs. He has also served on the boards of the Wine Institute and the California Wine Commission, and was logistics chairman for the Napa Valley Wine Auction in 1988 and 1989.
Please join Antrim 1844 in welcoming this revolutionary wine-making family to our Smokehouse Restaurant for a night of indulgence in the best wines from Charles Krug and the perfect paring of food by Executive Chef Michael Gettier. The price will be $98 per person with a special room rate for those looking for overnight accommodations. As space is limited please call us for reservations - 1-800-858-1844. December 6th at 6:30pm.
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Assorted Butlered Hors d'Oeuvres
Charles Krug Peter Mondavi Family Sauvignon Blanc
Napa Valley 2004
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Turban of Rainbow Trout with Crab & Leek
Charles Krug Peter Mondavi Family Chardonnay
Carneros 2004
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Roulade of Foie Gras with Fig & Prosciutto
Charles Krug Peter Mondavi Family Merlot
Napa Valley 2001
Charles Krug Peter Mondavi Family Reserve
Merlot Napa Valley 2000
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Crispy Parmesan Sweetbreads with Wild Mushrooms
Charles Krug Peter Mondavi Family Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Vally 2002
Charles Krug Peter Mondavi Family Vintage Selection
Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 1983
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Braised Beef Short Rib with Horseradish Gratin
Charles Krug Peter Mondavi Family Generations
Napa Valley 2002
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Chocolate & Walnut Torte with Apricot Stilton Cream
Charles Krug Peter Mondavi Family Lot X
Zinfandel Port Napa Valley
Call today before we are sold out!
1-800-858-1844
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| Castello Banfi Estate Dinner at Antrim 1844 |
A stroll down the Champs Elysées these days might offer the surprising sight of Parisians sipping Castello Banfi Brunello or SummuS in their sidewalk cafés. It may be even more surprising to see wine lovers doing the same in the upscale bistros of Phnom Penh, Bombay, Warsaw and Moscow.
Yet it's easily understandable to Cristina Mariani, family proprietor of Castello Banfi, Montalcino, Tuscany.
Castello Banfi is a rarity among Italian wine estates, not just because of its size, its composition of single vineyards, or its state-of-the-art winery, but because it was started from scratch less than 20 years ago. Most of the land was covered with forest and brush when the Mariani family found it; nevertheless, they recognized that the site was exactly what they had been searching for.
John and Harry Mariani, successful American importers, joined forces with Italy's leading enologist, Ezio Rivella; their objective was to produce top-quality wine on a scale never before attempted in Italy.
The Castello Banfi estate is a constellation of single vineyards. These include the award-winning Poggio all'Oro (36 acres of Brunello), Tavernelle (243 acres of Cabernet Sauvingon), Mandrielle (43 acres Merlot), Belnero (30 acres of Pinot Noir), Colvecchio (30 acres of Syrah), Fontanelle (100 acres of Chardonnay), Serena (30 acres of Sauvignon Blanc) and San Angelo (243 acres of Pinot Grigio).
We are proud to have John Mariani's Grandson, William J. Whiting with us this evening to present his family's heritage. Mr. Whiting is Wine Education Manager of Banfi Vintners and in his role he has tailored and implemented comprehensive presentations around the world to showcase Castello Banfi and it's unique position in Montalcino.
As always, Our Executive Chef, Michael Gettier has put together a unique presentation of his own to highlight the Mariani Family's prized selections. Due to the exclusivity of the featured wines, our Catello Banfi dinner will be $98.00 per person inclusive, and seating will be limited to 50 guests only, so please make your reservation early to ensure a table. Hors d'oeuvres and the first tasting will begin at 6:30 p.m., followed by an introduction to the wines by Mr. Whiting around 7:00 p.m. and seating at approximately 7:30 p.m. To make a reservation or for questions, please call Antrim at (800) 858-1844, or from Baltimore, call us at (410) 876-0237. We look forward to seeing everyone on the 8th!
Menu
Assorted Hors d'Oeuvres of the Evening
Maschio Prosecco
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Gratin of Oysters with Pancetta
San Angelo Pinot Grigio 2004
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Roast Fillet of Black Cod, Spinach & Sauce Quattro 'P'
Banfi Chianti Classico Riserva 2001
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Risotto of Duck Confit & Gorgonzola Profiterole
Banfi Brunello di Montalcino 1999
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Filet of Lamb with Eggplant Canneloni
Banfi Cum Laude 2002
Banfi SummuS 2001
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Chocolate Soufflé Cake with Crispy White Chocolate Tangle
Rosa Regale 2004
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| Maryland Wineries Wine Benefit for Carroll Hospital Center |
On Thursday, August 11, 2005, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Antrim
1844 is proud to invite you to a preview tasting of the wines being featured at
the Maryland Wine Festival. The winemakers from Basignani, Boordy, Cygnus,
Woodhall, Linganore Cellars, Elk Run and Catoctin Vineyards will be in
attendance to tell you all about their wines.
Chef Michael Gettier has prepared a smorgasbord of culinary
delights to match the featured wines and he will be presenting them in a unique
cocktail buffet fashion.
In addition to the sampling of all of the wines, the
following items will be auctioned off to benefit Carroll Hospital Center;
- A
Beautiful piece of Jewelry designed by Steven Hossler donated by David’s
Jewelers
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season pass to Ski Liberty/Wisp for one coupled with a nice array sporting
goods
- Power Lunch- $100.00 gift certificate to Paradiso in Westminster &
a Palm One Tungsten E Handheld PDA.
- 4
tickets behind home plate to Orioles vs. Red Sox for Sunday, September 25,
including a parking pass, plus dinner for four at a Baltimore restaurant.
- Wine
Dinner for 6 at Antrim 1844
- Two
night stay for two at Antrim 1844
- “Private Label Wine Tasting & Tour for 12” at Woodhall Cellars
- “Private Tour and Wine & Cheese Tasting for 8 with the Winemaker” at
Cygnus Plus we will be giving away 5 incredibly cool door prizes.
Tickets on sale now. Tickets:
$75.00 per person advance
purchase
$80.00 at the door
Tickets can be purchased in advance by visiting the Antrim 1844 gift
shop, Carroll Hospital Center’s gift shop, College Square Liquors in
Westminster or by calling Antrim 1844 at 410-756-6812.
Should you want to stay overnight, Antrim 1844 is offering
extremely reduced rates for this function.
Mansion rooms for $100.00
Suites for $150.00
(reguraly $275-$385)
Don’t miss out on a great night of Food, Wine & Prizes!
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| Margo van Staaveren Wine Dinner at Antrim 1844 |
Recently promoted winemaker Margo van Staaveren has played a pivotal role in every facet of the winemaking process at Chateau St. Jean dating back to 1979. A superb winemaker, she draws on the benefit of this vast experience to insure that all wines meet the highest standards of quality and consistency. Our credo, 'only the finest,' says it all," she explains. "From grapes to glass, Chateau St. Jean doesn't compromise on quality, and it shows in the wines." Margo attended University of California at Davis and received her degree in Fermentation Sciences in 1979. Shortly after graduation, she joined Chateau St. Jean as a Laboratory Technician. She became Assistant Winemaker in 1989 and was appointed Associate Winemaker in 2000.
Margo's attention to detail and vast knowledge of the Chateau St. Jean facility are invaluable assets. She has been instrumental in key decision-making roles involving the production of the Cinq Cepages Cabernet Sauvignon since the premier, 1990 vintage release. Of course our executive chef, Michael Gettier has prepared a magnificent menu (as usual) to accompany the incredible talent of Margo.
Our evening with Margo is $110.00 per person, including tax and gratuity. Hors d’oeuvres will begin at the traditional time of 6:30pm, followed by an introduction from Ms. Van Staaveren at 7:00pm, and seating at approximately 7:30pm. For those interested in spending the night at the inn, we offer discounted room rates to wine dinner guests of $100.00 for Mansion rooms and $150.00 for any suite. (For a full room list with descriptions, please visit our web site at www.antrim1844.com.) To make a reservation or for questions, please call Antrim at (800) 858-1844, or from Baltimore, please call (410) 876-0237. We look forward to seeing everyone on the eighteenth of May.
Save the Date May 18th, 2005 and join us to discover why this winemaker is responsible for three “Wine of the Year” awards in the past decade. |
| Maryland House and Garden Pilgrimage Comes to Antrim, May 13 |
| The Maryland House and Garden Pilgrimage comes to Carroll County this year with stops in Uniontown, Taneytown and Keymar. The tour runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, May 13, rain or shine.
The tour starts in Uniontown at three houses, the Uniontown United Methodist Church, the old Uniontown Bank and the Uniontown Academy.
Then the tour proceeds to Antrim. After a tour, luncheon will be served in the glass-enclosed Pavilion overlooking the formal gardens.
Other stops in Taneytown include Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church and the Shoemaker Homestead, home of Antrim's owners, Dorothy and Richard Mollett. Two houses and a 20-acre garden in Keymar complete the tour.
The cost of lunch at Antrim, held from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., is $15 and reservations must be made by April 29 by calling 410-876-0237 or 800-858-1844.
Tour tickets are $25 for the full day or $10 for a single house. Tickets are available the day of the tour at each stop or in advance by calling the Maryland House and Garden Pilgrimage at 410-821-6933.
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Antrim Completes Renovation of the Birnie-Annan House |
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 Antrim is pleased to announce the completion of the Birnie-Annan House, a late-1800s home just across the rolling lawn from the Mansion.
The beautiful double doors of the main building, the Birnie House, open to the entrance hall that boasts a hand-carved turned staircase exemplifying the architecture of the day. Located in the historic Main Street district of Taneytown, we are pleased to restore the home to its formal splendor and have guests enjoy it once again.
The house includes two formal living rooms with a gas fireplace and a DVD library. Five formal bedrooms boast wallcoverings and window treatments of the Victorian era with luxurious modern bathrooms, most with Jacuzzis. Two of the rooms have private sitting porches with views across the lawn to the Mansion.
Two of the rooms can be joined by a private staircase to create a spacious family suite that sleeps six people.
Two sumptuous suites in the Annan House, the private outbuilding behind the Birnie House, are now complete.
The first floor Amelia Room features a king size feather bed, double Jacuzzi tub and separate shower, gas fireplace and a sofa bed. This room is fully handicapped accessible.
The Elizabeth Suite has a 20-foot cathedral ceiling and is on the second floor with a private entrance. The room features a king size feather bed, double Jacuzzi tub and separate shower, gas fireplace, sofa bed, dressing room and a private deck
As a bow to modern day technology, each room in the Birnie-Annan House contains a TV, CD player, and a data port.
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Here is what Baltimore's City Paper had to say about Antrim's Smokehouse Restaurant in a June, 2005 review:
Absolutely, this is a white-tablecloth affair but free of stuffiness and paced for pleasure over languid evening hours. The star attraction, though, is Michael Gettier, who earned a following in Baltimore with his work at the Orchard Inn, and (at) a namesake Fells Point restaurant. As Antrim 1844's executive chef, it's his constantly changing, precisely considered cuisine to which foodies flock.
Far from ordinary were the filet mignon, topped with Boursin cheese and accompanied by Madeira demi-glace, a luxurious, aromatic, and woodsy triumph; and the sublime duck in two fashions, confit of duck paired with sautéed foie gras of duck, served on a bed of lentils. The confit, slowly cooked in its own fat, offered up impossibly crispy skin and succulent meat; the foie gras was filthy rich.
Antrim 1844 turned out to be entirely worth the investment of time and money.
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Washingtonian Magazine ranks Antrim in The Top Six for "Romantic Inns
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 "Swim laps...read a book...doze under the sun." That's what the May issue of Washington Magazine recommends you do at Antrim's pool this summer. The magazine named Antrim as one of Six Romantic Inns with Cool Pools. |
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Antrim Rated One of Baltimore's Best Restaurants |
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Once again, Baltimore Magazine named Antrim one of the top restaurants in the area. Here's what the February issue has to say:
 Antrim 1844, 30 Trevanion Road, Taneytown, 800-858-1844. Expensive.
There could hardly be a better spot for a romantic weekend retreat than Antrim, an enormous antebellum mansion that's been lovingly restored by owners Richard and Dorothy Mollett. And since renowned chef Michael Gettier took over the kitchen some two years ago, the restaurant offers dining that's worth the drive alone. Enjoy butlered hors d'oeuvres by the fire in the antiques-appointed drawing room, then proceed to Gettier's six-course dinner, whose menu varies according to the market and season. Winter brings, say, a tiny grilled quail amuse followed by rich duck foie gras on brioche with scatterings of morel mushrooms and fried capers. After a salad of wild greens and a bracing intermezzo of berries in champagne, you'll be ready for a hearty dish of succulent braised short rib encrusted in horseradish or a meltingly tender fillet of Chilean sea bass topped with white corn and sauce moutarde. This is French country cooking at its best, accompanied by an encyclopedic wine list that boasts numerous treasures. Will you have room for the sampler tray of chef's desserts? If not, retire to the Pickwick Pub for a single-malt scotch or upstairs to your down-quilted featherbed. Sweet dreams.
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A Tribute to the Benziger Winery-- Spetember 8 |
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Started over two decades ago on an overgrown ranch in the Sonoma Mountains, the Benziger family produced their first wine in 1981 and immediately began winning over critics. Over the years, they have kept true to their vision of producing wines of uncompromised quality that reflect Sonoma County's incredible diversity.
In all, the winery produces three separate lines of their products. While each has won acclaim the Single Vineyard Wines division is particularly distinctive, as included in this grouping are wines that have been biodynamically farmed. This holistic approach to winemaking is similar to organic farming but goes a step further by requiring close attention to the forces of nature that influence the vine. Suffice it to say that these are probably the purest wines you will ever taste.
Only a handful of vineyards in the country pass the rigorous requirements to attain official biodynamic status, and we are very excited to be featuring the first biodynamic-certified wine in California history, the 2001 Tribute, as the highlight of this evening. This wine was produced in such limited quantities that Maryland only received nine cases, so once again Antrim is at the forefront of the latest industry innovations and we are honored to be able to offer our guests a taste of the future of wine.
We are delighted to welcome Kyle Cook, Benziger's East Coast representative. The first non-family member to join the Benziger staff, Mr. Cook's 20 years in the wine industry made him well-suited to join this remarkable company. Mr. Cook will explain in further detail the techniques and the benefits of biodynamic farming, as well as give us an introduction to each of the Benziger products we are sampling.
This tribute to the Benziger Family Winery is $98.00 per person inclusive. We will begin the evening with hors d'oeuvres at 6:30 p.m., followed by introductory remarks from Mr. Cook at 7:00 p.m. and seating at approximately 7:30 p.m. For those interested in spending the night, wine dinner guests can enjoy Antrim's luxurious accommodations at the special rates of $100.00 for Mansion rooms and $150.00 for suites.
Our featured menu for the evening follows:
Hors d'Oeuvres
Chef's Selection of Butlered Hors d'Oeuvres
Benziger Family Chardonnay, Carneros, 2002
Dinner
Mascarpone Fig with Magret of Duck
Benziger Family Fumé Blanc, 2002
Soft Shell Crab
with Tomato and Prosciutto
Benziger Reserve Chardonnay, 2001
Herb-Seared Carpaccio of Venison
with Parmesan and Truffle Oil
Benziger Reserve Merlot, 2000
Intermezzo
Canneloni of Veal and Foie Gras
Benziger Family Cabernet Sauvignon, 2001
Benziger Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, 2000
Chocolate and Bing Cherry Torte
with Cassis Coulis
Benziger Single Vineyard Tribute, 2001
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Antrim Featured in New Civil War Novel |
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 Antrim figures prominently in Newt Gingrich's new historical novel, Gettysburg, A Novel of the Civil War. The former Speaker of the House of Representatives' novel offers an alternative version of actual history. In it, he and his co-author, William R. Forstchen create a scenario by which the Confederate Army, under General Robert E. Lee, could have prevailed in the critical battle of the Civil War. The authors spent a considerable amount of time actually visiting Antrim and researching the local area for the telling details that give the story a real ring of plausibility, if not truth.
In this story, Lee uses Antrim as his headquarters and many of his most important strategic decisions are set against the familiar backdrop of Antrim’s Drawing Rooms and grounds as well as the rooftop cupola, which provided an extraordinary bird's-eye view of the battlefields at Gettysburg.
Enthusiasts of historical novels in general and the Civil War in particular, especially those who may visited Antrim, will find many familiar details and an interesting what-could-have-been to ponder.
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Oct. 10 Philip Colgan Art Exhibit |
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 Hanover, PA artist Philip Colgan, known for his works of stunning realism, will display his oil paintings at Antrim from October through December. The worn patina of an old and well-used crock or the regal perch of a crow keeping watch over an autumn field are some of the subjects of his work.
Mr. Colgan studied locally and in Europe before opening his studio in Hanover in 1982 where he teaches, does restoration work and accepts commissions. He has a particular interest in finely detailed portraits.
The public is invited to a free opening reception on October 12 from 5:00 to 6:30. An elegant 6-course dinner with the artist will follow at 6:30 for $62.50 per person.
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Lester Jay Stone Exhibition |
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 One of the mid-Atlantic region’s most accomplished seascape and nautical painters, 92 year-old Lester Jay Stone, will exhibit a collection of his original oil and watercolor paintings at Antrim 1844. Through the end of September.
The focal point of this exhibition will be Lester Stone’s large oil painting of The America. The “America” was a keel schooner built in 1851 from a design by George Steers for John Stevens, commodore of the New York Yacht Club. She was 102 feet long and carried 5,263 square feet of sail. America won, on August 22nd, 1851, the Royal Yacht Club race around the Isle of Wight at Cowes, England, witnessed by Queen Victoria. Her prize was the handsome silver pitcher, which is now known as America’s Cup. America served on both sides during the Civil War, and was later owned by the U.S. Naval Academy.
Lester Jay Stone’s paintings are in many private, public, and corporate collections, including the permanent collections of the United States Capital Rotunda, the United States Naval Academy, and the United States Defense Department.
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Antrim's next wine dinner will be held October 21 when we taste the wines of Chateau de Beaucastel. The winery is located in Courthezon, near Avignon in the south of France. Their wine has been called "very complex, soft, dense, charming and elegant…a dream that comes true!"