Ambrosia Restaurant and Bar will hold a "Basically Italian" Wine Class and Sale on Monday, September 14, from 5:30 to 7 PM. Attendees will taste seven wines from the portfolio of Vertical Wine Company. The highlights are:

• Le Mesma Gavi, 2013 Piedmont, Italy
• Cesari "Mara" valpolicella Superiore Ripasso 2012 Veneto, Italy
• Accordini Amarone della Valpolicella "Le Bessole" 2008 Veneto, Italy
• Poderi dal Nespoli Sangiovese Superiore, 2012 Emilia Romagna, Italy
• Graham Beck Brut Rose' N.V., South Africa 

Tony Gaine, the owner of Vertical Wine Company will lead this informal class and sale, and will answer all your questions about these wines. Vertical was founded 4 years ago by Tony Gaine and Earl Cramer-Brown. A new company formed by two industry veterans who have almost 33 combined years in the industry. Both started in the wholesale business working with Italian wine importers and since have worked with wines from all over the world. They have partnered with wineries with high integrity, passion, and a commitment to quality and value. 

The event includes three small plates of food to complement the wines. Space at this intimate event is limited to 24 people. Each of the wines will be offered at special pricing for the event with a 10% discount on the purchase of 12 or more bottles wines that day. The cost is $30 per person. Make your pre-paid reservation today by calling Ambrosia at 541-342-4141.