Event Recap: Treveri Sparkling Wine Dinner — A Night of Bubbles & Pre-Holiday Magic

Katie I.
Nov 17, 2025
2 min read

Last Thursday, we kicked off the holiday season the only way we know how: with bubbles in hand, good food on the table, and the actual winemaker hanging out with us. Treveri Cellars joined us for a four-course sparkling wine dinner, and Winemaker Christian Grieb led us through a tasting that was equal parts delicious and informative.

The whole night was made for people who love great flavor, good stories, and a little sparkle in their evening.

The Menu

Chef Kayla crafted a menu that paired beautifully with each wine, creating moments that were surprising, playful, and incredibly satisfying.

The dinner became a gorgeous pre-Thanksgiving treat — and a fun way to discover sparkling wines that will absolutely shine on holiday tables this season.

Crab Rangoon Dip with Wonton Chips

Wine Pairing: Blanc de Blanc Zero Brut Bright, crisp, and clean — the perfect opener that set the tone for the evening. This wine is bone dry with a subtle creamy note that paired perfectly with the luscious dip.

Seasons Crossings Salad

strawberry • pistachio • cranberry • citrus

Wine Pairing: Rosé Brut Festive, fresh, and beautifully balanced. The rosé brought the salad to life.

Seared Duck Breast

fig-syrah reduction • butternut squash purée

Wine Pairing: Syrah Brut This wine was one of the night’s true showstoppers. A sparkling syrah — a rarity in the wine world — brought jammy richness and structure that paired stunningly with the duck.

Crème Brûlée Mini Cheesecake

Wine Pairing: Gewürztraminer Demi-Sec Fragrant, lightly sweet, and an absolute dream with dessert. Another delightful surprise of the evening.

About Treveri Cellars

Treveri Cellars is a family-owned sparkling wine house crafting some of the most exciting bubbles in the United States. Since opening in 2010, Treveri has become a quiet powerhouse — their wines have been served at White House State Department receptions and the James Beard Foundation in New York.

Specializing in 100% varietal sparkling wines, including non-traditional grapes like Riesling and Müller-Thurgau, Treveri continues to push boundaries with expressive, handcrafted bottlings and a growing reserve tier.

About Winemaker Christian Grieb

Christian grew up immersed in Washington winemaking, learning the craft from his father, Juergen. After earning his BA in Business Administration from Seattle University, he returned to the cellar combining both business acumen and creative drive.

His passion, precision, and warmth made tasting with him a highlight of the evening.