Tiverton, RI - October 7, 2009 - The Boat House, located at 227 Schooner Drive in North Tiverton, RI, will host a J. Lohr wine dinner on Thursday, October 22nd. Robin Baron, New England Regional Sales Manager for J. Lohr, will lead guests through each selection of wine paired with an elegant four-course menu from Executive Chef James Campagna. A reception will begin at 6:30 pm; dinner will be served at 7:30 pm. The cost is $65.00 per person; tax and gratuity are additional. For more information or to make a reservation, please call (401) 624-6300.

The evening will begin with a selection of hors d'oeuvres, including Autumn Ceviche: littlenecks, pomegranate, and apple cider; Riverstone Braised Chicken "Wellington" with cranberry jam and "truffled" mushroom duxelle; and Narragansett Creamery Ricotta & Eggplant Fritters with tomato confit, paired with the 2007 Riverstone Chardonnay, featuring aromas of lime zest, pear, nectarine and clean flavors of citrus, subtle floral notes and vanilla toastiness.

Dinner will begin with Pan-Seared Salmon with potato-leek cream, mustard-tarragon pappardelle, heirloom apples, and pepitas, complemented by the complex aromas of aromas of lime and lemon custard, tangerine, peach pie, and white flowers of the 2006 Arroyo Vista Vineyard Chardonnay.

The second course will feature Crisp Pork Belly with celery root puree, baby spinach chanterelle mushrooms, and Fog's Reach gastrique, complemented by the 2007 Fog's Reach Vineyard Pinot Noir, a deep red-purple selection boasting enticing aromas of strawberry, cherry, and rhubarb jam, with a bouquet of toasted oak and vanilla

The evening's entrée will be Veal Osso Bucco with cannellini beans, brussel sprouts leaves, date pan sauce, and pistachio gremolata, paired with the 2006 Hilltop Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, featuring aromas of cherries and berries with a bouquet of anise, vanilla and toasted oak.

Dinner will conclude with Pignoli Baklava, sweetened goat cheese, and port wine poached pear with the 2006 Late Harvest White Riesling, featuring aromas of dried apricots, peaches, pears and candied oranges.

About J. Lohr and Robin Baron, Sales Manager

In the late 1960's, Jerry Lohr began an extensive investigation of grape growing regions throughout California. As a result of his farming background, he has always understood and respected the importance of soil quality, climate and location, which led him to California's Central Coast region. In 1972 and 1973, he planted 280 acres of wine grapes in the Arroyo Seco appellation of Monterey County, and in 1974 completed his winery in San Jose. In 1988 property near Paso Robles was purchased, now encompassing 2,000 acres of vineyards, primarily Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and other red varietals, and an adjacent winery and barrel facility was built. Also in 1988, Jerry began expansion of his vineyards in the Arroyo Seco, which now includes 900 acres of Chardonnay and other cool climate varietals such as Riesling Valdiguié and in recent years Pinot Noir.

By the late 1970's, J. Lohr wines were distributed throughout the United States, and in the late 1980's an international sales department was added. Today the J. Lohr products are available throughout the United States and in more than 25 countries worldwide.

The goal of J. Lohr brands is to produce varietals that can compete with the finest in the world, using a style that focuses on flavor and complexity through vineyard selection, technology and innovation. This goal has led Jerry Lohr and his team to develop three tiers of wines produced from estate vineyards - J. Lohr Cuvée Series, J. Lohr Vineyard Series and J. Lohr Estates. In addition J.Lohr Winery produces three tiers of wines to meet the needs of everyday and entry-level wine consumption - Cypress Vineyards and Painter Bridge.

Robin Baron is the New England Regional Sales Manager for J. Lohr Vineyards and Wines. Prior to joining J. Lohr, she was a Wine Supervisor for a major Massachusetts distributor, and a Regional Manager for a Canadian/French Importer in New England. Her background includes extensive experience in the wine industry when she lived in New York, selling wines such as Groth, Far Niente, Dry Creek, and Louis Roederer Champagne.

About the Boat House

The Boat House is the quintessential New England seafood spot taken to a new level of innovation and excellence. Enjoy indoor and outdoor seating with picturesque views of the Sakonnet River and the good life as you sample some of the best local seafood in New England.  The Boat House is now open for lunch and dinner, 11:30 am - 9:00 pm Monday through Thursday; 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday; and 11:00 am - 9:00 pm on Sunday, with brunch also being served on Sunday. Dining room seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.  For more information, call (401) 624-6300 or visit the website at www.boathousetiverton.com.

The Boat House is a member of the Newport Restaurant Group, a division of Newport Harbor Corporation. Newport Restaurant Group's award-winning portfolio of restaurants includes: Castle Hill Inn & Resort, The Mooring Seafood Kitchen & Bar, 22 Bowen's Wine Bar & Grille, Waterman Grille, The Smokehouse Café, TRIO, Hemenway's, and Blackstone Caterers. Newport Restaurant Group provides the highest quality culinary experience with a creative, thoughtful and responsible approach in preparing all of our menus. Food is one of the fundamental joys of the human experience, and it is therefore our goal to provide our guests with an unparalleled culinary experience in a welcoming and unique, service-oriented atmosphere.

Newport Harbor Corporation, an employee-owned (ESOP) hospitality company, located in Newport, RI. Newport Harbor Corporation owns and/or operates many well-known businesses in the Newport, RI, area. For more information on Newport Harbor Corporation, please visit the website at www.newportharbor.com

For Immediate Release

Contact:  Kate Barba

Regan Communications

401.351.8855

kbarba@regancomm.com