It’s wine dinner season and the big matchup this weekend is Copper Cane Wines & Spirits against the cooking of Chef Carl Ashurst. We’re expecting a draw—they are both that good. The event takes place at the Club Room in Portola Hotel & Spa on Friday, March 21 at 6pm. $95. 2 Portola Plaza, Monterey. 649-7870, portolahotel.com.