Switchback Ridge Wine Dinner at Ruth's Chris - October 2, 2026

Switchback Ridge Wine Dinner with owner Kelly Peterson
Friday, October 2, 2026
Ruth's Chris Raleigh
4140 Lassiter Mill Rd Suite 100, Raleigh, NC 27609
6:30pm
$190 per person plus tax (Gratuity is included)

She's Back!!!  Switchback Ridge produces some of Taylor's Wine Shop's favorite wines from their beautiful Peterson Vineyard property in Calistoga. Kelly Peterson founded Switchback Ridge Wines in 1999 with the dream of continuing her family’s legacy that began when her great-grandparents bought 100 acres in 1914.  Kelly's father, John Peterson, helped plant a special vineyard of Petite Sirah that is still producing wine today.  With two of Kelly's children now working for the winery and two granddaughters running around the vineyards, the future of this family owned winery is in great hands.  

Did you know that Thomas Rivers Brown is now Kelly's winemaker?  That's right, folks, TRB has made over 30 wines that have earned 100 Points, and he makes wine for some of the most iconic Napa and Sonoma wineries.   He initiated some positive and creative changes that will help Switchback Ridge wines be even more refined and gorgeous.

We have partnered with Ruth's Chris Steak House in North Hills for years, and we're thrilled to be back in their private dining room.  Their service is impeccable, and their wine dinner pairings are top notch.  

Stay tuned for the four course menu that will accompany these dinner wines:

Switchback Ridge Sauvignon Blanc 2025
Switchback Ridge Merlot 2024
Switchback Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2023
Switchback Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2024
Switchback Ridge Petite Sirah 2024

We’ve been known to splash around a library vintage also, so count on that!

Tickets non-refundable 7 days in advance