Shannon Ridge clover-fed lamb kebobs with Sol Rouge Gypsy Rouge. Photo by Bonnie Sears.

UPPER LAKE, Calif. – Shannon Michele of Cache Creek Catering and Lake County Wine Studio are presenting a monthly food and wine series featuring locally produced foods paired with select Lake County Wines.

The series is held from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on the second Friday of each month. The per person cost is $15 and reservations are required.

April’s event featured Rhone varietals with Shannon Ridge 2008 Roussanne paired with an arugula / mozzarella salad with Lemon Vinaigrette and Main Street Bakery crouton.

Sol Rouge’s Gypsy Rouge (a red blend of Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah and Petite Sirah) was paired with Shannon Ranch Clover-fed Lamb kebobs with rosemary, garlic and balsamic drizzle.

May’s event will feature Bordeaux varietals opening with Dusinberré Cellars Malbec paired with seasonal greens, cherry-glazed chicken and toasted almonds, followed by a roasted garlic bisque with Main St. Bakery crouton and Gruyere paired with Dusinberré Petite Verdot, and concludes with a dark chocolate mousse and lavender-dusted chocolate strawberry.

Additional wines will be available for purchase by the taste or by the glass.

For additional event information and to make reservations, contact Lake County Wine Studio at 707-275-8030 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..