The Capital Grille Kicks-Off 3rd Annual Artist Series Wine Event

ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The Capital Grille Artist Series Wine Event is returning for its third year this spring, beginning March 19. This annual event gives guests at The Capital Grille a one-of-a-kind opportunity to experience an exclusive, limited allocation wine adorned with a unique piece of original artwork as its label, while supporting Share Our Strength® and their mission to end childhood hunger in America. The nationally renowned fine-dining restaurant, known for its dry aged, hand-carved steaks, fresh seafood and award-winning wine list, will once again donate $25 to Share Our Strength® for every limited-edition bottle sold.

This year's Artist Series wine is an exquisite Cabernet Sauvignon hand-selected by The Capital Grille's own Master Sommelier, George Miliotes. 

"We are extremely pleased to bring back the Artist Series Wine Event for a third consecutive year, as we relish the opportunity to bring our guests a restaurant wine experience unlike any other," said John Martin, President of The Capital Grille.  "As always, we are thrilled to support a worthy cause like Share Our Strength, which helps feed hungry children in America.  The Capital Grille has donated nearly $1 million to Share Our Strength over the past four years, and we look forward to reaching and exceeding that milestone this year."

The Capital Grille Artist Series Cabernet was hand-crafted at Napa Valley's Freemark Abbey Winery by Ted Edwards, in collaboration with George Miliotes, one of only 186 Master Sommeliers in the world. Fewer than 1,000 cases of this unique wine, blended solely for The Capital Grille, will be produced.  The wine's grapes were harvested from carefully selected vineyards in Napa Valley, where differing elevations and a unique terrain result in the perfect conditions for creamy, roundly textured flavors.  

"We are committed not only to a fine dining experience, but also to introducing our guests to the wonderful world of wines," said Miliotes. "We strive to give our guests the chance to enjoy fine wines from across the globe, and created The Capital Grille Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon to give them an incomparable opportunity to experience a magnificent vintage with ripe fruit flavors, prominent tannin and the complexity and balance expected of a fine Cabernet."

To match the work of art inside the bottle, The Capital Grille invited artists and wine lovers to submit original art for the bottle's label, during a competition held last fall. The winning painting, Complexity, by Missouri-based artist Julie Agee, was chosen for the way the vibrant colors and abstract lines perfectly complement the robust flavors and subtle undertones of the wine.  The artwork will appear on every individually numbered bottle of The Capital Grille Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon. This is just one part of The Capital Grille's award-winning wine program, which is routinely recognized by many industry and media outlets.  Featuring more than 350 Old and New World selections housed in floor-to-ceiling, temperature-controlled wine kiosks, The Capital Grille also offers a Captain's List of 125 collector wines.  Additionally, guests have the opportunity to lease a wine locker, personalized with an inscribed brass nameplate.

Please visit our website for restaurant locations and additional information.  Reservations may also be made online at www.TheCapitalGrille.com.

About The Capital Grille

The Capital Grille owns and operates 45 locations nationwide. The restaurant is known for its dry aged steaks, award-winning wine list and professional service in an atmosphere of relaxed elegance. For more information on The Capital Grille, please visit www.TheCapitalGrille.com.

About Share Our Strength®

Share Our Strength®, a national nonprofit, connects children with the nutritious food they need to lead healthy, active lives. Through its No Kid Hungry® Campaign, Share Our Strength is ending childhood hunger in America. Visit Strength.org to get involved.

SOURCE The Capital Grille