Jul
09
Italian Wines
Have you joined me for Wine Discoveries yet this year? Hopefully you will - but you’ll need to act fast this since this unique monthly discovery to specific regions around the world is limited to just 50 tasters. Designed to keep you on your “wine toes” we created this new, casual evening event for right after work or play!. Once a month we introduce you to 12-14 very interesting wine finds and this month we’re off to Italy - and the wines are “favoloso!”
We’re not talking about a formal wine class - just a nice walk-around tasting experience with a small group of fellow wine-lovers. Our resident Sommelier, Julie Pepi will be on hand to present a bit of her wine wisdom and Chef Al will share a nice selection of passed hors d’oeuvres. You will be done in time to still go out for a nice dinner! Oh, by the way, Thursdays are double points nights at Michael’s On East AND you will receive DOUBLE POINTS on your wine purchases at the tasting!
Unlike our monthly open house wine tastings, reservations and pre-payment are required for this one, admission is $20 per person, and reservations must be made with Susan Baugh at 941-355-0007 Ext. 229. The next Wine Discoveries will be mid-August - more information is coming soon!
This month’s Wine Discovery tasting menu highlights my favorite Italian wines - you be amazed at how beautifully complex these wines are!
JULY WINE DISCOVERIES TASTING MENU
2006 La Spinetta, “Langhe” Nebbiolo, Piedmot
2007 La Spinetta, “Biancospino”, Moscato, Piedmont
2006 La Spinetta Nero d’Avola, Piedmont
2008 A. Lageder “Benefizum Porer”, Pinot Grigio, Alto Adige
2004 Castello di Bossi, Chianti Classico, Tuscany
2007 Argiolas Costamolino, Sardegna
2006 Jermann “Cintage Tunina”, Chardonnay, Venezie
2006 Zenato Ripassa, Veneto
NV Bellavista Brut Cuvee, Erbusco
2007 Gini Soave Classico, Veneto
2003 Iskra Rosso, Veneto
For Gulf Coast Connoisseur Club members, Thursdays are double points nights at Michael’s On East restaurant and in Michael’s Wine Cellar during the tasting event! Another reason not to miss out! See you there!
