BONDA & Blackbird Vineyards Wine Dinner Sept 26th CTbites Team September 20, 2012 Wednesday, September 26th @ 7pm, join BONDA Restaurant and Blackbird Vineyards Proprietor, Michael Polenske, for an evening featuring four courses and five wines produced by the talented people at BlackbirdVineyards. Hailing from the Napa Valley, the main focus of Blackbird Vineyards’ wines is to showcase the beauty of the Merlot grape. Wine dinners at Bonda are intimate and special events. Seating is limited to 40 guests. Please call (203) 292-9555 for reservations. The price is $125 per person inclusive of tax and gratuity. Check out the full menu below complete with pairings. BONDA & Blackbird Vineyard Dinner Menu Amuse Bouche 2011 Recuerdo Torrontes …………… Sausage, Blueberries and Thyme over Parmesan-Mascarpone Polenta 2009 Blackbird Arise …………… Grilled Lamb with Almond Pesto, Crushed Potatoes and Red Onion Relish 2009 Blackbird Illustration …………… Cumin Scented Braised Beef Short Rib over Roasted Cauliflower with Cracked Green Olives, Dried Apricots and Toasted Pistachios 2009 Blackbird Paramour …………… Cheese Course 2009 Blackbird Contrarian BONDA is located at 75 Hillside Road, Fairfield 203.292.9555