Remy Martin Presents Edesia

      International spirits giant Rémy Martin will be the presenting sponsor of Edesia, a Palisade Culinary, Wine and Spirits Adventure, on Sunday, March 18,  at Wine Country Inn in Palisade

          Best known for its award winning champagne cognacs, Rémy Martin also produces a variety of other high-end beverage products.   Rémy Cointreau USA, the American branch of the French parent company, will showcase Piper-Sonoma brands of sparkling and still wines and The Mccallan premier Scotch malt whiskey

           “We are excited to have such a prestigious company whose products are known world-wide join us in presenting Edesia,” says Jerome Strack, General Manager of the Inn.   “Their presence will take Edesia to a whole new level and offer wines and spirits that will compliment those that are produced locally.”

            Named for Edesia, the Roman goddess of fine food and wine, the event will feature food prepared by invited chefs and beverages poured by Rémy Martin and Colorado wineries.

            Benefiting Marillac Clinic, the food, wine and spirits expo offers several levels of sponsorship.  Already on board for this year’s event are these sponsors:  The Daily Sentinel, KKCO-NBC 11 News, 92.3 The Vault and 93.1 Magic FM,  FCI Construction, US Foodservice,  Colorado National Bank,  US Bank, RSW Partners,  Absolute Prestige Limousine Service, Dalby Wendland & Co, PC,  Sorrel River Ranch Resort & Spa (Moab, UT) and Wine Country Inn.

            Restaurants and food vendors’ participation is by invitation only and is coordinated by  Joe Scanlon, WCI Operations Manager. To date restaurants who have committed are La Rouge, Il Bistro, Red Rose Cafe, Bin 707, Tapestry Lounge,  Cowboy and the Rose Caterers,  Inari’s,   Decadence Cheesecake and Wild West Steaks & Seafood @Crossroads Wine & Spirits

           Wineries pouring their wines include Grande River Vineyards, Talon Brands, Colterris, Carlson, DeBeque Canyon,  Maison La Belle Vie, Whitewater Hill and Mesa Park. 
           “Because there is such an explosion of interest in food and wine pairings, we expect a larger group of guests this year, ” observes Strack, who is coordinating the expo.  “Our guest vendors will present only their best because they are showcasing their own culinary skills, fine wines and spirits."
          He points out that the $49 price per person for a ticket is well below what similar expositions command.   The organizers, who are donating goods and services, are hoping to raise significant funds for Marillac Clinic.    

          “It is a great cause, and an enjoyable way to sample the best food and wine available. Last year we were happy to present Marillac Clinic a $7,000 check.   We hope that amount will be much larger this year,  ” he adds.          

         A popular feature of Edesia last year was the hourly food demonstrations by an invited celebrity chef.  The identity of this year’s guest chef, who will be demonstrating his culinary skills in the downstairs Club Room of the Vintner’s House, will be announced in the near future.

       Tickets, priced at $49 per person, will be on sale at Wine Country Inn or through the Edesia website. www.edesiapalisade.com.

        Strack said the participants listed were early responders and that there was still time to sign up. Prospective sponsors can contact Strack at the Inn for more information at 970-464-5777.