Two families and two wineries will be brought together at this dinner at the Horseshoe Grill, with a five-course menu created by Executive Chef Ellis Lau for the occasion.

The partnership between Argentina’s prominent Sielecki family and highly respected wine maker Roberto De La Mota has made Mendel Wines in Mendoza Province one of the most respected names in South American wine.

While Mendel is particularly associated with Malbec, Argentina’s signature grape, it also produces impressive blends and other varietal wines. Four of Mendel’s wines and two from Bodega el Porvenir de Cafayete in the province of Salta, will be introduced by the guest of honour, Tatiana Sielecki, Mendel’s Export Manager.

Two Mendel varietal whites will be served. The Mendel Lunta Torrontes 2014, made from 100% Torrontes Riojano, is a floral, easy-drinking wine. The Mendel Semillon 2013, 100% Semillion, is elegantly intense.

The winery is best known for its Unus collection, an intense complex blend of Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot; the 2012 vintage will be presented, along with the 100% Malbec 2011 Finca Remota that will be served with the dinner.

Members will also make the acquaintance of wines from Bodega El Porvenir de Cafayate, each from a single vineyard: Laborum Torrontes Oak-fermented 2012 white wine, and Laborum Tannat 2015 red.

Early booking is suggested.