Republic hosting ACORN wine dinner April 8 in Takoma Park

Republic in Takoma Park will be hosting a wine dinner featuring selections from ACORN of the Russian River Valley on Wednesday, April 8 at 7:00 PM. ACORN's co-owners Bill and Betsy Nachbaur will be on hand for the 5-course dinner, prepared by Chef Danny Wells.

Tickets are $85, and can be reserved now with a credit card by calling 301.270.3000.

Here's a preview of the menu and wines:

Winemaker Welcome with Cava

Grilled shrimp and Oysters on the Half-shell (passed)

 ACORN Rosato 2013

Onion bialy, Pipe Dreams Goat Cheese, marinated Beets, Smoked Char

 ACORN Sangiovese 2011

Potato Gnocchi, Morel Mushrooms, Arugula Pesto, Seared Pork Belly

 ACORN Dolcetto 2011

 Seared Duck Breast and Juniper Spiced Duck Sausage,

Baby Root Vegetables, Sage Brown Butter

 ACORN “Axiom” Syrah 2010

Medjool dates, stuffed with Rogue River Smokey blue,

wrapped in house cured pancetta

 Cookie plate and coffee

Republic

6939 Laurel Ave, Takoma Park