Our next wine dinner will feature wines from Antinori and a five-course dinner prepared by Chef Jason Boyer and Kitchen Manager Eston Blackerby.

Based in Florence, Tuscany, Antinori has a history that dates back to 1385, when Giovanni di Piero Antinori became a member of the “Arte Fiorentina dei Vinattieri,” the Florentine Winemakers’ Guild. For more than 26 generations, Antinori’s philosophy has combined tradition and innovation—preserving Italy’s enological traditions while experimenting with new winemaking techniques. Today, Albiera Antinori serves as the president, supported by her two sisters, Allegra and Alessia. Together, they lead a growing number of women making strides in the male-dominated Italian wine industry.

Each of Antinori’s vineyards and estates has its own unique character and history, which we will explore during the wine dinner. Our presenters, Monica Aaron from Southern Wines and Jeff Wheeler from Antinori Wines, will share details about the Antinori family’s history, as well as insights into the terroir and winemaking process.

Antinori Wine Dinner
Monday, August 19, 2024

WELCOME
Rosato Tormaresca IGT Salento 2023

CORSO I
Pan-seared Diver Scallops
with peach and grapefruit salsarita
Vermentino, Marchesi Antinori, Bolgheri DOC 2023

CORSO II
Bramito della Sala
Salad of carrot, apple, raisin, and cucumber with strawberry vinaigrette
Chardonnay, Castello Della Sala Bramito 2022

CORSO III
Orange Glazed Pork Belly
with ginger daikon slaw
Chianti, Villa Antinori Riserva 2021
Chianti, Peppoli Marchesi Antinori DOCG 2022

CORSO IV
Cherry Crusted Beef Tenderloin
with demi-glace and foraged Cascade mushrooms
Il Bruciato Marchesi Antinori, Bolgheri DOC 2022

CORSO V
White Chocolate Cannoli
with espresso liquor
Vin Santo, Santa Cristina, 2018

Wine Dinner Team
Culinary Team: Chef Jason Boyer and Kitchen Manager Eston Blackerby
Presenter: Monica Aaron and Jeff Wheeler
Service Team Lead: Nick Kennedy
Owner & Sommelier: Armen Kevrekian