The American Institute of Wine & Food, Wichita Chapter Presents:

 A DAOU-licious Wine Dinner

with Special Guest Benjamin Muehr

Regional Luxury Sales Manager for

Treasury Wine Estates

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

6:30pm

Ninth Floor Club + Venue

100 North Broadway Street, Suite 900

Wichita, KS  67202

Members $135 / Non-members $150

All-inclusive pricing - tax and gratuity included.

Space is limited – Register today!

Registration Notes:

This event will feature assigned seating.

If you wish to be seated with specific guests, please include their names when registering online.

Dietary restrictions and food allergies can be accommodated.

Please note dietary needs when registering online.

 Join us for an unforgettable evening where elegance meets indulgence—featuring the acclaimed wines of DAOU Vineyards. These exceptional selections showcase the very best of California winemaking! Indulge in a five-course culinary experience expertly curated by Chef Alyssa Durham, from Ninth Floor Club + Venue. Each course is artfully paired to enhance the unique character of every wine, creating a seamless journey of flavor and finesse.

 Benjamin Muehr, Regional Luxury Sales Manager for Treasury Wine Estates, will join us for an exceptional evening of DAOU Vineyard wines. With more than 30 years of experience in the wine, food, and beverage industry, Ben is known for his engaging storytelling and approachable teaching style. Throughout the dinner, he will guide us through each wine selection, sharing insights into the vineyards of Paso Robles. As a WSET Level 3 Advanced Certified wine professional and Certified Specialist of Wine, Ben brings a wealth of knowledge and passion that will enhance every course and every glass.

RECEPTION

2025 DAOU Rose

 SALAD

Arugula Salad with Blood Orange, Toasted Walnut & Pineapple Vinaigrette

2025 DAOU Sauvignon Blanc

 APPETIZER

Tempura Calamari

Mini Brie En Croute’ with and Truffle Hot Honey

2023 DAOU Reserve Chardonnay

 SIGNATURE COURSE

Smoked Duck Bao Bun with House Ginger Ponzu

2023 DAOU Soul of the Lion

 MAIN COURSE

Rosemary Garlic Roasted Lamb, Root Vegetables

With Dark Cherry Chocolate Glaze,

Green Beans w/Fried shallots

 2023 DAOU Reserve Seventeen Forty Red Blend

2022 DAOU Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

DESSERT 

Dark Chocolate Mouse Trifle

2024 DAOU Pessimist Red Blend

Chef Alyssa Durham brings more than 20 years of culinary experience to the Ninth Floor Club + Venue. Inspired by time spent cooking with her grandmother, Alyssa developed a lifelong passion for food and the techniques that transform great ingredients into memorable dining experiences. We are delighted to showcase her talents for this special evening.

Vintegrity Wine & Spirits proudly represents DAOU Vineyards in Kansas and Missouri, as well as connecting wine lovers with some of the world's most respected producers. Our very own AIWF Board Member, Chase Bruggeman, is their Kansas Sales Representative, and has been instrumental in helping select wines for this event.

 Parking: On Broadway, just north of Douglas, is a parking garage on the west side.  The 3^rd floor of the parking garage provides access to a crosswalk over Broadway to the Ruffin Building.  Once inside, walk east to the elevators and go up to The Ninth Floor Club!

As with most AIWF events, you need not be a member to attend.

Space is limited for this event, reserve today!

 Please bring cash to participate in our raffle*!

The deadline to reserve is Wednesday, July 1, 2026.

No cancellations, substitutions accepted.

Call 316-682-5502 for information only.

Upcoming AIWF Events:

August 6^th  - “Get Q-ed Up” at Station 8 BBQ featuring craft beer, cider and wine (6:30 pm)

September 29^th - “Find Your Niche” Henry’s Place at NICHE (6:30 pm)

October - “Happy HalloWine!”

November 12th - Riedel Wine Glass Experience (7:00pm)

December 5th - AIWF Holiday Party at The DoubleTree by Hilton (6:00pm)

January, 2026 – Member’s Only Event

*AIWF Wichita is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization “dedicated to advancing the understanding, appreciation and quality of wine and food through fun educational experiences in support of our Scholarship programs.”   Raffle proceeds go toward scholarships for those in the greater Wichita area in the culinary, beverage or hospitality industry to pursue training at an approved culinary or beverage school to continue the tradition of food and wine education.