Generations in a Glass: The Spring Valley Family
Mar 20 | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Celebrate Wisconsin’s Heritage with Exceptional Wines and Family-Style Dining
Lake Lawn Resort is thrilled to introduce the Generations in a Glass Wine Dinner Series, a unique culinary journey that marries the warmth of Midwestern hospitality with the richness of fine wines. Join us and special guest Al Clemmensen of Ste. Michelle Estates, for an unforgettable evening of delicious wines, expertly paired dishes, and inspiring stories about family, tradition, and legacy.
An Evening of Wine, Food, and Community
The Generations in a Glass Wine Dinner Series at Lake Lawn Resort invites guests to embrace the heart of Wisconsin and the Midwest with a 4-course, family-style dinner that encourages camaraderie and connection. Each dish is paired with selected wines from the Ste. Michelle Estates, chosen to complement the flavors of each course while enhancing the experience of dining together. It’s a time to share, enjoy, and be part of an evening that feels like a family reunion with friends old and new.
Event Highlights:
- Special Guest: Al Clemmensen of Ste. Michelle Estates
- 4-Course Family-Style Dinner: Featuring expertly curated dishes paired with wines from the Spring Valley Vineyard
- Storytelling and Interaction: Engage with stories about the vineyard’s history, and the values they uphold
- Exclusive Room Discount: Guests attending the wine dinner series receive a discount code for 20% off a room at Lake Lawn Resort for the evening, allowing you to extend the experience with an overnight stay. Use promo code 1878WDS when booking your stay to redeem this offer.
Price per person: $125
The Story of the Spring Valley Family
The land that the Corkrum, Derby, and Elvin families farm today is rich with history dating back to the mid 1800’s, when current vineyard owner Shari Corkrum Derby’s grandfather Uriah Corkrum began farming in the area.
Uriah experienced success farming in the 1880’s but unfortunately lost everything in the first great depression of 1893. He persevered though and acquired the land now known as Spring Valley in 1910.
In 1993, Shari and Dean Derby planted the first grapes at Spring Valley. The first vintage of Estate grown and bottled Spring Valley Vineyard wines were produced with the 1999 vintage. The Derbys’ son Devin Corkrum Derby served as winemaker until his untimely death in 2004. Devin’s assistant and friend Serge Laville took over as winemaker and continues the legacy of Spring Valley Vineyard.