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TasterGuildNY Holiday Wine Dinner at Il Punto Ristorante
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Sunday December 6, 2009 |
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Il Punto Ristorante
 
507-509 9th Avenue (38th St.)
5:00 PM
We all enjoyed a delicious 5 course Italian feast with plenty of wine. Everyone had a fantastic time. The wines were supplied by Banfi and E.J.Gallo.
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| TasterGuildNY Holiday Wine Dinner at Il Punto Ristorante |
Full Retail Price $ |
Reception:
The chef provided 5 delicious passed hors d’oeuvres
Crab Cakes; Palipo su Bruschetta,Grilled Octopus; Eggplant Rollatini and Fried Zucchini
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Mionetto Brut Prosecco
A terrific sparkler. This sparkling Prosecco from Italy's Veneto Region has an intense fruity bouquet with a hint of golden apples. It is very dry, fresh, light in body and well balanced. It was a delightful complement to the hors d’oeuvres.
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$13.00 |
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Appetizer: Affettato di Cinghiale:
Paper thin slices of wild boar, mesculin, marinated eggplant and drizzled with a pear wine reduction
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Beni di Batasiolo Gavi del Comune di Gavi 2007
Perfume nose of flowers and pears. Soapy texture and more floral on the palate. Tart finish with lemons and sour apple. Pale straw color with green highlights. A perfect accompaniment with the appetizer.
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$20.00 |
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Pasta: Risotto ai Frutti Di Mare:
Risotto with mixed seafood (clams, mussels, calamari, sea scallops and shrimp)
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Centine Bianco 2008
A blend of 40% Sauvignon Blanc, 30% Pinot Grigio and 30% Chardonnay. Light gold-yellow color with a nose of lychee, citrus, Anjou pear and floral. Crisp flavors, round and fruity. Dry with a sweet kick. Perfect with the Risotto.
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$11.00 |
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Entree: (Choice of)
Coniglio alla Cacciatora: Stewed Rabbit with mushrooms in a white wine sauce
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Spigola in Tegamino:
Fillet of Striped Bass with scallions, olives, cherry tomatoes, fresh herbs in white wine sauce
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DaVinci Chianti 2007
100% Sangiovese. Brilliant crimson red color. Intense fruit aromas of cherry and fresh red fruits mingled with peppery notes. On the palate the wine is well balanced, ripe and lively with soft and round tannins lingering through the finish. A delicious fruit forward new world style Chianti that paired well with both main courses.
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$10.99 |
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Dessert: Cheesecake Or Zabayonne
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Moscato Di Pantelleria 2002
Golden color. Peach, honey, apricot flavors on a mineral base. High acidity and rich. A perfect ending to a sumptuous dinner.
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$26.00 |
Coffee or Ginger Tea
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