On Wednesday, March 26, 2025, Escape Rooftop Bar at the Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort will be the site for a very special five-course wine dinner featuring the locally-sourced delectable coastal Italian cuisine of Chef Michael Mayer, who also helms the hotel’s signature restaurant La Fuga. Accompanying Chef’s delectable menu will be selections from CW Intercept Wines, an award-winning California winery owned by NFL Legend, Super Bowl Champion, Hall of Famer and the only defensive player to ever win the Heisman Trophy, Charles Woodson. Woodson himself will be in attendance at the dinner to guide guests through the exclusive experience and discuss his journey from football super star to winemaker extraordinaire.
Priced at $110 per person, exclusive of tax and gratuity, the dinner will take place at Escape Rooftop, Kimpton Shorebreak’s spectacular rooftop lounge renowned for offering up some of Fort Lauderdale Beach’s best sunset views. The evening will get underway at 6:30PM; menu follows:
First Course
BRUSCHETTA TRIO
Grilled Octopus & Olive | Prosciutto | Fig & Gorgonzola
Crémant de Bourgogne Brut Sparkling Wine
Second Course
CAPESANTE ALLA PIASTRA
Butter Basted Sea Scallops, Saffron Risotto, Lemon Oregano Vinaigrette
2022 Intercept Chardonnay | Monterey County
Third Course
GNOCCHI DI PATATE AL PESTO
Potato Gnocchi, Basil Pesto, Oven Roasted Tomato
Parmesan, Crème Fraiche
2021 Intercept Pinot Noir | Monterey County
Fourth Course
VITELLO SICILIANA
Parmesan & Herb Breaded Veal, Broccolini, Lemon Caper Butter
2021 Intercept Cabernet Sauvignon | Paso Robles
Dessert
BUDINO DI PANE
Panettone Bread Pudding, Vanilla Bean Gelato, Butterscotch
2020 Intercept Red Blend | Paso Robles
Woodson was exposed to wine culture after being drafted by the Oakland Raiders and attending training camp in Napa Valley. He became officially hooked after a memorable dinner with the legendary Robert Mondavi and began making wine on the side, launching with a 2005 Merlot. Naming his brand Intercept – in homage to his playing career which included 65 interceptions, Woodson applies the same passion and dedication to winemaking that he was notable for during his days on the football field. Officially launched in 2019, in 2020 Woodson earned the distinction of being the first black pro football player to achieve national distribution of a wine brand. His award-winning portfolio of wines are affordably priced, making them accessible to his many fans, who have always been his inspiration. Tickets for this sure to be memorable evening are limited and available on Eventbrite – HERE.
Escape Rooftop is located at Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, 2900 Riomar Street in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. For more information, visit www.theescaperooftopbar.com; Telephone: (954) 908-7301.
About Escape Rooftop Bar
Located at the Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, Escape Rooftop Bar offers one of the best intracoastal views in the entire city. Serving sunsets daily, the west-facing rooftop is an imbibers paradise and the ideal location to sip stellar cocktails and wines, and enjoy delicious bites and tapas, all while watching the sunset. In addition to Escape’s daily Sunset Hour featuring specially priced wines-by-the-glass, cocktails and bottles of rosé, 30 minutes prior to and after sunset, the rooftop bar and lounge offers a vibrant lineup of weekly specials for locals and visitors to enjoy. Weekly programming includes In Vino Veritas – 30% off sommelier-selected bottles of wine; every Monday from Noon – 9PM; Tequila Tuesday – house margaritas or tequila straight up for $10; every Tuesday from 5PM – 10PM; Martini Night – $10 gin and vodka martinis; every Wednesday from 5PM – 10PM; Escape Weekends – live DJ entertainment and craft cocktails; on Fridays and Saturdays from 3PM – 7PM; and Rosé All-Day – 50% off all glasses of rosé all-day; every Sunday from Noon – 10PM. For more information, visit – HERE .
