Niko’s Fine Italian Wine Tasting
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May 14th at 6pm-8pm
Tasting Fee $10 Non-Member
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Wines we will taste …..
De Stefani
Kreda
Refosco dal peduncolo rosso
96 points Luca Maroni BEST REFOSCO IN ITALY
93 points James Suckling
91 points Robert Parker
90 points Gilbert Gaillard
93 points Veronelli
It is obtained from the “Kreda” vineyard on the “Le Ronche” estate. The word “kreda” is a Venetian dialect term meaning clay, the main element of the soil where these vines grow. The clay slowly and constantly releases nutrients and water to the vines, giving them a natural balance.
the word "kreda" is a local dialect word and means clay. These Refosco dal peduncolo rosso vines grow in a clay soil, that gives a strong body and a firm personality to the wine.
Organoleptic characteristics: intense ruby red colour; aroma of ripe fruit, plums in alcohol, violets, with a rare elegance; decisive, important, enveloping flavour, with velvety tannins and complex tertiary aromas.
Food pairing: ideal with risotto, roast meat and lamb chops.
De Stefani
Solèr
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenere, Refosco and Marzemino
96 points Luca Maroni
93 points James Suckling
92 points Veronelli
2 glasses Gambero Rosso
Gold Asia Wine&Spirits
“Solèr” is a word from the Venetian dialect that means barn, granary. Historically it was used by winemakers to dry the best grapes. Resuming this ancient tradition, a part of the grapes that make up this wine are dried, obtaining great softness with notes of licorice.
Organoleptic characteristics: deep ruby red colour; aroma of very ripe fruit, plums in alcohol, violets, with distinct ethereal and spicy notes; full-bodied, important, enveloping, very velvety taste and with complex tertiary aromas.
Food pairing: excellent with stuffed pasta, grilled meat and cured meats.
De Stefani
Venezia
58% Merlot and 42% Cabernet Sauvignon
94 points Luca Maroni
95 points James Suckling
DOC Venezia, a controlled designation of origin, takes its name from the city of Venice. This was the center of the global wine market, which was traded all over the world. The grapes of this classic Piave, which come from old vines grown in clay soil, reach a natural balance of ripeness at the time of harvest. Our grapes, with a rich organoleptic heritage, guarantee a structure with pleasant complexity, with a fruity and spicy aftertaste.
Organoleptic characteristics: intense ruby red colour, fruity aroma of ripe red fruits, full body, soft, rightly tannic and with pleasant notes of wild berries.
Food pairing: ideal with tagliatelle alla Bolognese, beef carpaccio (recipe invented in Venice), roasts and cured meats.
DS - Tra Mari e Monti
DS Cabernet Sauvignon
The name DS derives from the initials of the surname De Stefani, a family that has been producing premium wines in Veneto, Italy for five generations.
"Tra Mari e Monti" represents the true meaning of these wines, carefully produced in Veneto between the Adriatic Sea and the Dolomites, where the microclimate is perfect for the growth and maturation of the grapes.
DS Cabernet Sauvignon It has a ruby red color with purple hues and complex aromas of wild berries, moss, graphite, tobacco with balsamic hints. The taste is vigorous and soft, thanks to the strong tannins and refined style, it pairs well with braised and stewed meat, game, mushrooms and mature cheeses. We suggest serving at 16-18°C.
DS - Tra Mari e Monti
DS Pinot Grigio
The name DS derives from the initials of the surname De Stefani, a family that has been producing premium wines in Veneto, Italy for five generations.
"Tra Mari e Monti" represents the true meaning of these wines, carefully produced in Veneto between the Adriatic Sea and the Dolomites, where the microclimate is perfect for the growth and maturation of the grapes.
DS Pinot Grigio It has an intense straw yellow color and an elegant aroma of pear and peach, acacia flowers, with hints of toasted almonds. The taste is fresh and elegant, with an excellently balanced minerality that makes it ideal with seafood, soups, vegetable risottos and grilled fish. We suggest serving at 8-10°C.
Cantine Fina Taif Zibibbo Terre Siciliane
TAIF is Fina's interpretation of a dry Zibbibo. One of the most ancient grape varieties of Sicily.
Zibibbo was first cultivated by the Phoenicians. It's is also known as Moscato of Alessandria.
Taif is our dry Zibibbo. Round, mineral, fresh, straw yellow in color with light green reflections. A rich bouquet that spans from fruity notes of peach and mandarin to more herbeceous notes, such as sage, and finishes with delicate floral scents of rose and wisteria. On the palate, an initial feeling of warmth is immediately balanced by a pleasent and refreshing acidity. The long finish is characterized by persintent floral flavors.