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Among the first of its type for Marin, this is a must attend event. Experience first hand
why many wine connoisseurs look to Italy as the epitome in fabulous wine and food!

Join wine collector Rod Haden and Piatti's Executive Chef Todd Shoberg for an evening
pairing a rustic four course menu to a variety of top vintage, highly rated Italian wines.
Featuring both well known stars and obscure gems - we'll kick off the evening with
a white wine from Campania which was made by a producer recently voted the top
white winery in the country by Gamberro Rosso. This will be followed by a superb
Nero Mascalesse, akin to a fine red Burgundy, from Mt. Etna in Sicily - one of Italy's
best up and coming wine regions. Next we'll be pouring two Barolos from the
Piedmont (arguably Italy's greatest red wine) from the exalted 1998 and 2001
vintages. During the evening Mr. Haden will comment on the wines in a relaxed
atmosphere, sharing his enthusiasm, knowledge, and appreciation for the subject.

Whether you're a connoisseur or beginner, this event is for you. There's no better
way to understand the essence of Italian culture, history, and gracious living than by
enjoying the country's finest wines paired with equally fine cuisine.

November 14th, 2009 7:00 p.m. for menu and list of wines
Cost will be 95. per person, includes food, wine, tax and gratuity.
RSVP to special event director Kristin Lehmkuhl 415.306.1514

Amuse~ Chef’s Seasonal Soup of the Day~Fresh Market Herb Salad w. Roasted Red Beets, Sky Hill Farms Goat Cheese & Lemon Chive DressingPaired to 2008 Clelia Romano Fiano Di Avellino Colli Di Lapio Here’s your chance to taste one of Italy’s great white wines from the best producer of the indigenous Fiano grape from the south (Campania), east of Naples. As quoted by Steven Tanzer in the wine publication The International Wine Cellar: “This young estate, founded in 1994, is the source of one of the finest Fianos made today, if not the best one. The perfectly situated vineyards, at about 500 meters above sea level on highly calcareous clay soil and benefiting from wide day-night temperature differences, would rate grand cru status if such a classification scheme existed in Italy. The cool, windblown slopes of Campania’s bleak mountains host some of the most spectacular

vineyards in Italy, planted to varietals that have been cultivated since the time of the ancient Greeks… pure class and elegance, with peach and melon aromatics and a vibrant acidity that gives it the potential to evolve over a decade into a golden-hued and mineral-ly wine that echoes the qualities of grand cru Chablis.” ~Creamy Parmesan Risotto w. Wild Chanterelles, Sweet Onion, Thyme, Swiss Chard & White TrufflePaired to 2007 Passopisciaro Passopisciaro Sicily IGT Made from an indigenous Italian grape variety (Nero Mascalesse), this wine is a consistent 90 point + winner and was recently recognized by The Wine Advocate which states: “The just-bottled 2007 Passopisciaro is a weightless

yet powerful wine redolent of sweet candied cherries, flowers, herbs and minerals. The wine reveals lovely density and purity….there is gorgeous purity to the fruit that insures this will be fascinating wine to follow over the coming years…..these new releases are nothing less than breathtaking.”. Rod Haden comments: “Stylistically akin to a fine red Burgundy from a ripe vintage, if you love Pinot Noir from the New World and/or from Burgundy this is a must try wine!”~Slow Braised Beef Short Ribs, Soft Polenta, Braised Fall Greens, Rich Red Wine Demi-Glace & Horseradish Gremolata Paired to 1998 Pio Cesare Barolo (from Magnum)A high quality Barolo from the excellent 1998 vintage from a producer known for its overall excellence. Made from Nebbiolo, this wine is entering its initial period of maturity. Without question Italy’s most coveted wine, Barolo (“the wine of kings, the king of wines”) continues to captivate connoisseurs of fine wine for its ability to provide stunning aromatics (tar and roses) combined with layers of flavor which only the finest of red wines can provide. A chance to taste a traditionally made Barolo with over a decade in the bottle – from the rare magnum format.also pouring2001 Einaudi Barolo – CannubiFrom the outstanding five star 2001 vintage, this single vineyard Barolo is a textbook example of Barolo from a superb vintage. The Wine Spectator sums it up: “Amazing aromas of ripe fruit, like raspberries in a leather basket. Full-bodied, with ultra-soft and silky tannins and a very, very long finish. Still there after a minute in your mouth. Extremely well-crafted. One of the best Barolos ever from here. Best after 2008. 955 cases made”.~Dolci - Assorted Biscotti and House Made Cookies served with Tea or Coffee