Deering Estate 14th Annual Wine On Harvest Moon
The Deering Estate Foundation’s Wine On Harvest Moon (WOHM), presented by South BMW, is back with a tantalizing theme of Spirits, Spells & American Lore on Saturday, October 24, from 7:30 – 10:30 pm, at Deering Estate, located at 16701 SW 72 Avenue in Palmetto Bay. Space for the intimate event is limited; tickets are on sale now.
Philanthropists, foodies, art lovers and environmentalists will spend an enchanting evening under the moonlight at the historic bay-front property as they celebrate the allure of American folklore through the fine wine and spirits of the continental U.S., the tasty vittles from top local chefs, and the delight of the macabre to the mysterious in entertainment, including chilling musical performances, haunting vignettes, contemporary art, and an enticing live auction.
A coast-to-coast journey through America will take guests to different wine or spirit producing regions of the U.S., marrying each with a thrilling sub-theme plucked from some of the country’s most revered folklore. Guests will stroll through upstate New York’s Sleepy Hollow and Edgar Allen Poe’s New England, listening to sweet sounds of a live Jazz pianist, on down to a Mark Twain-themed southern saloon with a bourbon bar, dance floor and country music classics, and over west to a Rock-n-Roll of California-themed region. Décor, lighting, and entertainment will embellish the sub-themes, with exciting pop-up vignette performances by Tandem Theater Company. Highlighted in each of the historic homes is a rare collection of first edition American books and contemporary American art specially curated by Deering’s Cultural Arts Coordinator, Kim Yantis.
Food will be paired to the theme, region and corresponding libation with chefs/restaurants hard at work creating their own masterpieces to coincide including, Oliver Rodriguez of The Biltmore Hotel, Rojelio Fernandez of Brio Tuscan Grille, Diego Solano of Bulla Gastrobar, Rod Chitikov of Devon Seafood + Steak, Phil Bryant of The Local Craft Food & Drink, David Lesser of Munch Thyme, Miguel Antonio Gomez Fernández of Pisco Y Nazca, and Julia Ning of Station 5 Miami, as well as Sports Grill, Anacapri Cucina Italiana, Asian Fusion, Golden Rule Seafood, and Whole Foods Market Coral Gables, among others.
Presented by Crown Wine, Spirits & Gourmet and procured by Wine Buyer and official WOHM sommelier, Veronica Litton – recently honored as one of only eight 2015 Market Watch Leaders in the country – wines for this year’s event offer fitting selections including Frances Ford Coppola’s Vendetta Cabernet Sauvignon, Valley of The Moon Pinot Blanc and Zinfandel, Merlot Devil by Charles Smith in Washington State, Boneshaker Zinfandel by Hahn Family Vineyards in Monterey, Freakshow Cabernet Sauvignon and Seven Deadly Zins by Michael and David Winery in Lodi, California, Blanc de Bleu sparkling wine, and Toad Hollow Francine’s Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
Event chairman for the eighth year, Deering Estate Foundation board member Howard Tendrich is excited to honor American wine, cuisine, art and classic literature for this year’s event, “Wine On Harvest Moon has become the Foundation’s signature fundraising event,” says Tendrich. “The awareness, attention and, of course, monies it affords the Estate for our educational programs, cultural events and conservational efforts is amazing, and it’s simply wonderful that the theme this year so beautifully complements Deering Estate’s own vibrant history.”
Woven into the evening’s festivities is an alluring high-end live auction, emceed by husband and wife team, WPLG Channel 10 News Anchor Jacey Birch and Meteorologist Trent Aric. Putting forth the best melding of rare collections and exclusive experiences to date, The Deering Estate Foundation’s auction items are sure to be crowd pleasers and are available for preview on the event website.
The Foundation is also excited to announce that title sponsor South BMW plans an official unveiling of the new 2016 BMW 750i, special during WOHM. Guests will be among the first in the nation to sit inside the 7 Series, BMW’s flagship for innovation in design and technology, and experience its Rear Executive Lounge, a 7-inch Touch Command Tablet, and Gesture Control, a new function that adjusts audio volume, accepts or rejects incoming phone calls and executes a multitude of other commands with the simple wave of the hand. Additional details are available at SouthBMW.com.
Wine On Harvest Moon, benefitting The Deering Estate Foundation, takes place Saturday, October 24, 2015 from 7:30-10:30 pm, at Deering Estate, at 16701 SW 72 Avenue in Palmetto Bay. Capacity is limited and tickets, priced at $150 for Deering Estate Foundation members and $175 for non-members, are on sale now. Attendees must be 21 or over. Call 305.235.1668 x263 or visit http://deeringestate.com/wine-on-harvest-moon/ to purchase.
All proceeds from this signature fundraising event benefit the Deering Estate Foundation. Leading sponsors include title sponsor South BMW, as well as Coconut Grove Bank, Celebrity Cruises, Northwestern Mutual, Morris & Reynolds Insurance, UBS Financial Services, Cherry Bekaert CPA’s & Advisors, Heritage House, FP&L, Deering Dental, SunState Bank, Szaro Family, Village of Palmetto Bay, Leo Lagomasino, Valley of the Moon, Reflections Productions, Blooming Gardens, Pinecrest Magazine, Hungry Post, SouthFloridaGourmet, SocialMiami.com, Miami Socialholic and Community Newspapers.
About the Deering Estate Foundation, Inc.
The Deering Estate Foundation is a volunteer driven community-based charitable 501(c)3 Florida Corporation that was founded in 1989 by members of our community for the sole purpose of preserving, protecting and enhancing the Deering Estate for this and future generations. The mission of the Deering Estate Foundation is to raise public awareness of the Deering Estate and to raise funds to support education, research, exhibits and collections and the conservation and restoration of the Estate’s natural and historical resources.
About the Deering Estate
The Deering Estate, a Miami-Dade County Park, is located at 16701 SW 72 Avenue in Miami. This 444-acre natural and archeological preserve and historic site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and serves as a center for education, culture and recreation. Historic house tours are offered daily at 10:30 am & 3:00 pm. Natural areas tours are offered daily at 12:30 pm (October – May). DeeringAdventure Tours are also offered throughout the year for an additional fee. For more information on the Deering Estate’s educational and cultural programs, please visit www.deeringestate.org.