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B G O L A T S T S L Spumanti E Prosecco Santome Veneto 10 40 Castel Noarna ‘Blanc de Blancs” Dolomiti 15 60 Lambrusco Grasparossa Barbolini “Lancillotto” Emilia Romagna [ 2016 ] 11 44 Nerello Mascalese Murgo “Metodo Classico” Etna [ 2008 ] 65 Erbaluce di Caluso Ferrando Caremma [ 2009 ] 60 Franciacorta Ricci Curbastro Brut “Saten” [ 2011 ] 80 Ribola Gialla I Clivi RBL “Brut Nature” Friuli 50 Garganega Menti Veneto PET NAT 48 Bubbles are universal, and in our opinion, the secret to happiness. Champagne Etienne Doué Brut NV France 24 96 Champagne Serge Faust Grand Cru NV France 90 Champagne Pierre Moncuit Grand Cru 2006 France 150 Champagne Egly-Ouriet Brut NV France 160 Champagne Blanc de Noir Cedric Bouchard “ de Jeaune Val Vilaine” France 175 Champagne Blanc de Noir Cedric Bouchard “Rose de Jeaune Cote Bechalin” France 250 Champagne Blanc de Blancs Cedric Bouchard “Rose de Jeune Haute Lemble” France 250 Champagne Blanc de Blancs Jacques Selosse “Intiale” NV Grand Cru France 375 Champagne Provost “la Closerie” France 210 Champagne Rosé Provost “Fac Simile” France 300 Champagne Rosé Paul Dethune Grand Cru France 100 Champagne Rosé Vilmart & Cie “Cuvee Rubis” 1er Cru NV France 180 Champagne Vilmart & Cie “Coeur De Cuvee” 1er Cru 2007 France 275 Rosé Rosé of Schiava Artigiano Dolomiti [ 2016 ] 11 44 Rosé of Nerello Mascalese Frank Cornelissen “Susucaru” Sicily (Natural) 64 Rosé of Lambrusco Salamino di Santacroce Vigneto Saetti Emilia Romagna 40 Sparkling Rosé of Lagrein Bortolotti Friuli [ 2014 ] 14 56 Sparkling Rosé of Molinara Buglioni “Il Vigliancco” Valpollicello [ 2012 ] 46 Sparkling Rosé of / Deltetto [ 2012 ] 65 G B O L A T S T S L

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Verdicchio Collestefano Castelli di Matelica [ 2016 ] 12 48 Meaning “The big green one” because of its yellow-green , Verdicchio is the 15th most widely planted variety in the world, ahead of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. This is the best one we’ve tasted; dry, high acid, lemon zest, limestone.

Pinot Grigio Terra Viva Delle Venezie [ 2016 ] 10 40 Grown organically; crisp, refreshing, light-bodied, delicious.

Cortese Massone Gavi Piemonte [ 2016 ] 12 48 First planted in 1659, it’s a dry, refreshing, high acid that loves seafood.

Garganega Menti Veneto [ 2015 ] 11 44 Biodynamically farmed on volcanic soil with native yeasts, Menti is outlaw for the region. Rosemary, cider and lemon; it tastes like Ric Flair’s entrance music.

Pecorino Marramiero Superiore Abruzzo [ 2016 ] 15 60 Named after the sheep, not the cheese, lush and round but still refreshing and crisp. Green apple, stone fruits and great minerality.

Assyrtiko/Athiri Sigalas [ 2016 ] 12 48 Considered Greece’s finest variety; rich, citrus fruit and that one of a kind volcanic minerality. Medium to full bodied, but no , and vines that pre-date phylloxera.

Kerner Strasserhof Alto Adige [ 2015 ] 15 60 and Schiava hybrid named after the poet Julius Kerner; This in ’s Northernmost corner of Alto Adige is 2,300 ft up into the Alps and is over 1,000 years old.

Cortese La Scolca “Black Label” Gavi di Gavi Piemonte [ 2015 ] 24 96 ’s oldest Cortese vines, the “Black Label” is the Grand Cru of Gavi that is on it’s 97th . Organically farmed, complex and concentrated, it is still refreshing and very food friendly.

Sauvignon Blanc/Vermentino Cosimo Maria Masini”Annick” [ 2016 ] 13 52 A completely biodynamic estate that has a true polyculture of vines growing along side wheat, vegetables, ducks, chickens, olives and more. Native fermentation keeps the wine fresh and juicy but also adds a unique edge. The winemaker Francesco also teaches Karate and Yoga! G B O L A T S T S L

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Pelaverga Comm.G.B. Burlotto Verduno Piedmont [ 2016 ] 13 52 Pelaverga is a rare, heirloom variety almost extinct by the 1970’s and rarely seen outside of Verduno even today. Once prized by the Royal Italian court and thought of as an afrodisiac, the Burlotto family have been growing and championing it since 1800; hibiscus, spicey red fruit, light-bodied, juicy.

Piculit Neri Bulfon Friuli [ 2015 ] 15 60 A rare variety popular during Roman times, it’s rather unknown by modern eonology, only rediscov - ered by local producers; wild berries, both fruity and tannic. Burgundian in style, for Pinot Noir fans.

Nerello Mascalese Calabretta Etna Sicily nv 14 56 This super small production Nerello Mascalese comes from 70-80 year old organic, ungrafted vines planted on black volcanic soil. An uber traditional wine fermented with native yeasts that resembles old school meets Burgundy.

Sangiovese/ Fattoria Di Vaira “Perlage” [ 2016 ] 10 40 Biodynamic, fresh, juicy, medium-bodied, easy like sunday morning.

Cabernet Franc/Cabernet/Refosco Castellargo Friuli [ 2016 ] 13 52 A blend of an indigenous Friulian grape and French grapes brought by Napoleon’s troops to the area; violets, cherries, fresh pepper, medium to full bodied.

Syrah// Tenuta di Valgiano “Palistori” Tuscany [ 2015 ] 16 64 Saverio Petrilli is considered one of the top specialists of Biodynamic and organic farming in Italy. Making wine with a good vibe of nature, their farm is always in perpetual motion with beehives, chickens, olives, grapes and more; you won’t find a t.v. here. Full-bodied, rich and complex but edgy

Cannanou/Pascale Cantina Oliena “Lanaitto” Isola Dei Nuraghi, Sardegna [ 2014 ] 13 52 Cannanou, also know as Napente (meaning “Medicine for Sorrow”) is Sardenia’s flagship . Reminiscent of a Chateauneuf-du-pape; rhone like kirsch, black licorice and cherries stand out. It also is reported to have 10 times the antioxidents of other grapes. Whether or not it's the wine, Sar - dinians are famously long-lived, with one of the highest percentages of centenarians in the world.

Cabernet Sauvignon Maculan “Palazzotto” Breganze, Veneto [ 2014 ] 18 72 Located in a village at the foot of the alps, this wine hits the mark for both new world and old world fans; Dry, full-bodied, but both elegant and intense, and it’s vegan.

Nebbiolo Franco Molino “Cascina Rocca” Barolo Piemonte [ 2012 ] 22 88 Classic old school Barolo, it taste like being saved by Liam Neeson; Rose hips, Persimmons, layers of gorgeous fruit. An iron fist in a velvet glove . bottles by region—north to south

The expression “crossing the Rubicon" means taking an important step from which one cannot turn back. Ancient Roman laCw forrboadse saniy Gnenegra l fromt chrosesi ng thRe Rubiucon bicon River a nd entering Italy proper with a standing army; to do so was treason. This tiny river in northern Italy would reveal Caesar's intentions and mark the point of no return. The of Friuli-Venezia-Giulia , Trentino-Alto Adige , and Valle d’Aosta are known for their acidity and freshness, as well as their complexity and depth. They are fantastic food wines, and both the whites and reds are extremely diverse and unique. Once you explore Bianchi them, it’s hard to drink anything else. Prié Blanc Ermes Pavese “Blanc de Morgex et de La Salle Valle d’Aosta [ 2014 ] 65 Bianchetta Genovese Bisson [ 2016 ] 60 Chardonnay/Tocai Radikon “Slatnik” Friuli [ 2015 ] ORANGE 66 Petite Arvine Chateau Feuillet Valle d’Aosta [ 2015 ] 60 Manzoni Bianca Foradori Vigneti delle Dolomiti Trentino-Alto Adige [2015 ] 60 Pinot Blanc Tramin Alto Adige [ 2014 ] 48 Friulano Doro Friuli [ 2014 ] 60 Venica & Venica “Cero” Friuli [ 2016 ] 60 Sauvignon Blanc/Chard/Pinot Blanc Tramin “Stoan” Alto Adige [ 2015 ] 75 Chardonnay Meroi Friuli [ 2015 ] 100 Rossi Pinot Noir Reserve Frecciarossa “Giorgio Odero” [ 2011 ] 90 Pinot Noir J. Hofstatter Alto Adige [ 2016 ] 48 Russiz Superior Friuli [ 2014 ] 54 Picotendro La Kiuva Valle d’Aosta [ 2015 ] 48 Petite Rouge Masion Anselmet Valle d’Aosta [ 2012 ] 75 Petite Rouge/Cornalin Anselmet “Le Prisonnier” Valle d’Aosta [ 2005 ] 145 Petite Rouge Danilo Thomain “Enfer d’Arvier Valle d’Aosta [ 2014 ] 80 Fumin Otin Valle d’Aosta [ 2010 ] 48 Teroldego Foradori “Granato” Trentino [ 2013 ] 120 Teroldego Foradori Trentino [ 2014 ] 52 Cabernet/Merlot Castel Noarna “Mercura” Trentino [ 2012 ] 72 Pignolo Ermacora Friuli [ 2009 ] 95 Cab Franc/Cabernet/Merlot Primosic “Metamorfosis” Collio [ 2011 ] 75 Schioppettino Ronca Severo Collio Oriental Del Friuli [ 2012 ] 70 bottles by region—north to south

Toscana , Piemonte , and the Veneto are the most iconic, well known regions in Italy and a touchstone of art, food, wine, and culture. RangingT fromh Be aroloT, whhichr haese beenK calleid ngs “the wine of kings” for centuries, to the famous Chianti region in Toscana, and the appassimento style of , they are the most sought after wines in Italy. Here are a Bianchi few of our favorite producers we would love for you to get to know. Vietti Piemonte [ 2016 ] 55 Timorasso Massa “Derthona” Piemonte [ 2014 ] 65 Riesling Germano Ettore [ 2015 ] 72 Vernaccia Montenidoli “Il Templare” Toscana [ 2009 ] 50 Vernaccia Montenidoli “Il Templare” Toscana [ 1999 ] 150 Chardonnay Felsina Toscana [ 2014 ] 68 Chardonnay Isole e Olena Toscana [ 2014 ] 120 Chardonnay “ Bussiador” Piemonte [ 2015 ] 150 Rossi Rucche La Miraja Castagnole Monferatto Piemonte [ 2015 ] 54 San Fereolo Piemonte [ 2004 ] 78 Dolcetto San Fereolo Piemonte [ 2008 ] 65 Conti Piemonte [ 2015 ] 58 /Nebbiolo Malvira San Gugliemo Piemonte [ 2006 ] 48 Barbera Vaglio Serra”Insynthesis” Asti [ 2007 ] 90 Nebbiolo Vietti Piemonte [ 2014 ] 60 Nebbiolo Ghiomo “Stansteu” Piemonte [ 2013 ] 65 Nebbiolo Barbacan “Sol” Superiore Valgella [ 2014 ] 90 Nebbiolo Ferrando “White Label” Carema [ 2011/2012 ] 146 Nebbiolo Ferrando “Black Label” Carema [ 2008 ] 215 Nebbiolo Rovelloti Ghemme Riserva [ 2007 ] 140 Nebbiolo Vallana Gattinara [ 2007 ] 75 Nebbiolo Vallana Gattinara [ 1972/1983 ] 215 Nebbiolo Nervi Gattinara [ 1971/1964 ] 250 Nebbiolo Cantine del Costello Conti Boka [ 1984 ] 210 Nebbiolo Produttori del Barbaresco [ 2014 ] 88 Nebbiolo Produttori del Barbaresco’Rio Sordo/Muncagota” Barbaresco [ 2007/2008 ] 135 Nebbiolo Produttori del Barbaresco“Pora/Rio Sordo” Barbaresco [ 2004 ] 185 Nebbiolo Produttori del Barbaresco “Asili/Paje” Barbaresco [ 1996 ] 395 Nebbiolo Casina della Rose “Tre Stella” Barbaresco [ 2012 ] 135 Nebbiolo Roagna Barbaresco [ 2011 ] 185 Nebbiolo Albino Rocca “ Ronchi” Barbaresco [ 1998 ] 195 Nebbiolo Giovanni Canonica “Grinzane” Barolo [ 2013 ] 185 Nebbiolo G.B. Burlotto “Monvigliero” Barolo [ 2012 /2013 ] 195 Nebbiolo Bartolo Mascarello Barolo [ 2012 ] 300 Nebbiolo Palladino “Serralunga” Barolo [ 2011 ] 125 Nebbiolo Cappellano “Ottin Fiorin Pie Franco” Barolo [ 2011 ] 375 Nebbiolo Cappellano “Pie Rupestris” Barolo [ 2008/2011/2012 ] 210 Nebbiolo Brovia “Rocche/Villero/Ca’Mia” Barolo [ 2008/2011 ] 210 Nebbiolo “Sperss” Piemonte [ 2010 ] 595 Nebbiolo Gaja “Sperss” Piemonte [ 2001 ] 695 Nebbiolo Cavallotto “Bricco Boschis” Barolo [ 2010 ] 250 Nebbiolo Voerzio “Rocche” Barolo [ 2008 ] 375 Nebbiolo Voerzio “Rocche” Barolo [ 1997 ] 695 Nebbiolo Mascarello “Monprivato” Barolo [ 2003/2007/2011 ] 325 Nebbiolo Massolino “Vigna Parafada” Barolo [ 2000 ] 245 Nebbiolo Poderi Marcarini “Brunate” Barolo [ 1999/2001 ] 185 Nebbiolo Bruno Giocosa “Falletto” Barolo [ 2001 ] 450 Nebbiolo Elio Grasso “Gavarini” Barolo [ 1998 ] 275 Nebbiolo Conterno Fantino “Sori Ginestra” Barolo [ 1999 ] 275 Nebbiolo Corino “Giachini” Barolo [ 1997 ] 245 Nebbiolo Bruno Giocosa “Le Rocche de Falletto” Barolo [ 1997 ] 595 Nebbiolo Vietti “Rocche di Castiglione” Barolo [ 1996/1998/1999 ] 375 Nebbiolo Einaudi “Costa Grimaldi” Barolo [ 1996 ] 275 Nebbiolo Marenge “Brunate” Barolo [ 1996 ] 225 Nebbiolo Azelia “Bricco Fiasco” Barolo [ 1996 ] 300 Nebbiolo Ceretto “Bricco Roche” Barolo [ 1996 ] 325 Nebbiolo Domenico Clerico “Pajana” Barolo [ 1993 ] 275 Nebbiolo Prunotto “Bussia” Barolo [ 1990 ] 265 Nebbiolo Giacomo Borgogno & Figli Riserva Barolo [ 1967 ] 295 Nebbiolo Giacomo Borgogno & Figli Riserva Barolo [ 1964 ] 500 Nebbiolo Cantina “Terre del Barolo”Riserva” Barolo [ 1971 ] 300 Nebbiolo Marchesi di Barolo Barolo [ 1961 ] 395 Scarpa “La Selva di Moirano” Piemonte [ 2009/1994 ] 80 Corvina Ilatium Morini Valpollicella “Ripasso” Veneto [ 2014 ] 50 Corvina Quinterelli “Ca’ del Merlo” Veneto [ 2005/2008 ] 275 Corvina Viviani Amarone della Valpolicella [ 2012 ] 135 Corvina Fumanelli ”Octavius” Amarone della Valpolicella [ 2009 ] 225 Corvina Valentina Cubi “Morar” Amarone della Valpolicella [ 2007 ] 100 Carmenere Inama “Piu” Veneto [ 2014 ] 56 Sangiovese Montevertine Toscana [ 2012 ] 120 Sangiovese Altesino Rosso di Montalcino [ 2015 ] 56 Sangiovese Fanetti Vino Nobile di Montepulciano [ 2007/2010 ] 85 Sangiovese Gianni Brunelli “La Chiuse” Brunello di Montalcino [ 2012] 120 Sangiovese Mastrojanni “Vigna Loreto” Brunello di Montalcino [ 2012 ] 165 Sangiovese Fonterenza Brunello di Montalcino [ 2010 ] 195 Sangiovese Conti Costani Brunello di Montalcino Riserva [ 2010 ] 275 Sangiovese Fuligny Brunello di Montalcino Riserva [ 2010 ] 325 Sangiovese Valdicava Brunello di Montalcino [ 2004/2010 ] 300 Sangiovese Altesino “Montosoli” Brunello di Montalcino [ 2012 ] 215 Sangiovese Altesino “Riserva” Brunello di Montalcino [ 2001 ] 255 Sangiovese Il Poggione Brunello di Montalcino Riserva [ 2001/07/10 ] 275 Sangiovese Lisini “Ugolaia” Brunello di Montalcino Riserva [ 2001 ] 315 Sangiovese La Poderina “Banale” Brunello di Montalcino [ 2001 ] 225 Sangiovese Selvapiana Chianti Rufina Riserva [ 1981 ] 250 Sangiovese Selvapiana “Bucerchiale” Chianti Rufina Riserva [ 2013 ] 75 Sangiovese Castellare di Castellina Chianti Classico Riserva [ 2014 ] 75 Sangiovese Castellare di Castellina “I Sodi di San Nicollo” Toscana [ 1996 ] 165 Sangiovese Riecine Riserva Toscana [ 2012 ] 95 Sangiovese Grato Grati Rosso di Toscana [ 1991 ] 150 Sangiovese/Cab Castell’in Villa “Santa Croce” Toscana [ 1990 ] 300 Sangiovese Coltibuono “Sangioveto” Toscana [ 1990 ] 255 Felsina “Maestro Rare” Toscana [ 2013 ] 145 Cabernet/ Merlot Podere Sapaio “Volpolo” Toscana [ 2014 ] 100 Cabernet/Merlot Sette Ponte “Oreno” Toscana [ 2001/2004 ] 245 Sangiovese Fontodi “Flaccianello” Toscana [ 2005 ] 275 Sangiovese Fontodi “Flaccianello” Toscana [ 2001/2006 ] 350 Merlot Castello di Ama “L’Apparita” Toscana [ 1993 ] 325 bottles by region—north to south

These include wines from Umbria , the landlocked, lush rolling hills with vines first planted by Benedictine monks in the heartland of Italy, to mountainous, historicM Abruzzo ezzo with its untouched medieval fortresses and a glimpse of life from another time. The wines from these regions are varied, from the crisp, versatile to the lush, round Pecorino, which is named for the sheep, not the cheese; these wines represent what the middle (mezzo) of Italy can do. Bianchi

Trebbiano Dinavolino Emilia Romagna [ 2015 ] ORANGE 60 Albana Giovanna Madonia “Neblina” Emilia Romagna [ 2013 ] 44 Grechetto Sergio Mottura “Costa” [ 2015 ] 45 Trebbiano/Malvasia Monastero Vitorchiano “Coenbium’ Lazio [ 2015 ] 54 Trebbiano d’Abruzzo Valentini Abruzzo [ 2007 ] 325 Pecorino Emidio Pepe Abruzzo [ 2014 ] 180 Trebbiano Emidio Pepe Abruzzo [ 2013 ] 180

Rossi Lacrima di Morro Querci Antica [ 2013 ] 46 Cesanese Borgo Del Cedro Lazio [ 2013 ] 35 Cab Franc/Carmenere Ricci Curbastro “Santella Del Grom” Curtefranca [ 2009 ] 55 Barbera La Stoppa Emilia Romagna [ 2007 ] 68 Sangiovese Castelluccio “Ciliegi” Emilia-Romagna [ 2008 ] 60 di Montafalco Colpatrone Umbria [ 2010 ] 60 Sagrantino Paolo Bea “ Rosso de Veo” Umbria [ 2010 ] 125 Sagrantino/Sangiovese Paolo Bea “Pipparello” Umbria [ 2010 ] 155 Sangiovese/Canaiolo Lungarotti “Rubesco” Riserva Umbria [ 1990 ] 145 Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Riserva Marramiero “Inferi” [ 2013 ] 70 Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Emidio Pepe [ 1980 ] 275 Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Emidio Pepe [ 1983 ] 295 bottles by region—north to south

The wines of Southern Italy are rich in history, qualiSty, anodu pelrsonaoflity andt ah re heomeB to oot some of the oldest wine producing regions as well as the most diverse. Ranging from Puglia , the olive oil capital of Italy, to ancient, beautiful Calabria , the toe of the boot and home of bergamot production, which is 90% hills but boasts 780 km of beautiful coastlines.

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Coda di Volpe Terredora di Paolo Campania [ 2014 ] 45 Falanghina Agnanum Campi Flegrei Campania [ 2013 ] 45 Greco di Tufo Ferrara Campania [ 2014 ] 52

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Primitivo Miali “Campirossi” Puglia [ 2013 ] 40 Piedrosso Agnanum Campi Flegrei Campania [ 2013 ] 60 Gaglioppo Du Cropio “Dom Giuva” Ciro Rosso Superiore Calabria [ 2012 ] 68 Gaglioppo Ippolito Ripe del Falco Riserva Ciro Rosso Superiore Calabria [ 1998 ] 125 Ocone “Riserva” Taburno Campania [ 2007 ] 95 Aglianico Molitierri “Cinque Querce” Campania [ 2013 ] 45 Aglianico Basilisco Vulture Basilicata [ 1998/1999 ] 50 Aglianico Elena Fucci “Titolo” Vulture Basilicata [ 2013 ] 70 Aglianico Fuedo San Gregorio “Serpico” Campania [ 2001/2003 ] 145 Cabernet/Merlot/Aglianico Montevertrano Colli di Solerno Campania [ 2004 ] 175 Casavecchia Alois “Trebulanum” Caserta Campania [ 2011 ] 95 bottles by region—north to south

Sicily and Sardegna are fairly removed from Italy, both geographically and culturally. Sardegna, the land of sunshine and heat, haIs mosrel garazning danimaTls thrane vainesyaurdsr. Aen s agricultural community, the small island is secluded and has its own unique and climate. On the other hand, Sicily has more than any other Italian region, and while 90 percent of the D.O.C production is made into , the whites and Bianchi reds that are also produced can be stunning. Nuragus Bianco Ajo Sardegna [ 2015 ] 38 Vermentino Contini Sardegna [ 2015 ] 45 Albanello/Zibibbo Occhipinti SP68 Etna Sicily [ 2016 ] 58 Cataratto Barraco Marsala Sicily [ 2012 ] 80 Carricante Benanti “Pietra Marina” Etna Sicily [ 2011 ] 90 Biancolella/Fiano Pietra di Tommasone “Pithecusa” Ischia [ 2014 ] 50 Rossi Frappato Occhipinti “IL” Sicily [ 2015 ] 75 Frappatto/ Nero d’Avola Occhipinti SP68 Etna Sicily [ 2016 ] 58 Nerello Cappuccio Fessina “Laeneo” Etna Sicily [ 2014 ] 60 Nerello Mascalese Fessina “Erse” Etna Sicily [ 2014 ] 60 Nerello Mascalese Fessina “Musmeci Riserva” Sicily [ 2010 ] 95 Nerello Mascalese Giralamo Russo “San Lorenzo” Etna Sicily [ 2012 ] 100 Nerello Mascalese Calabretta Etna Sicily [ 2006/2007 ] 70 Nerello Mascalese Passciopiscaro Etna Sicily [ 2013 ] 80 Nerello Mascalese Passciopiscaro “Contrada R” Etna Sicily [ 2011 ] 165 Nerello Mascalese Terre Nere “Calderara” Etna Sicily [ 2014 ] 90 Nerello Mascalese Terre Nere “Pre-phylloxera” Etna Sicily [ 2014/2015 ] 180 Nerello Mascalese Frank Cornelissen “Contadino” Etna Sicily [ 2015 ] 60 Nero d’Avola/Frappato Cos Cerasuolo Di Vittoria Sicily [ 2014 ] 72 Nero d’Avola/Frappato Poggio di Bortolone Cerasuolo Di Vittoria Sicily [ 2014 ] 52 Pignatello Barraco Marsala Sicily [ 2011 ] 75 Nero d’Avola Marchesi di Montefusco Sicily [ 2015 ] 45 Bovale Cantina del Bovale “Terra Pintada” Sardegna [ 2010 ] 52 Cannonau Cantina di Oliena “Corrasi Riserva” Sardegna [ 2008 ] 120 bottles by region—north to south

Wine has been an important part of Greek culture for over 6500 years. The ancient knew well the nutritional value of wine as it biectams e ana inlselparabGle praret oef ktheir dtoaily me regimen. They loved to organize intellectual gatherings called "symposia" where they would eat and talk about philosophical subjects while drinking wine. They also realized the important influence of the local ecosystem on the characteristics of wine. Greece has 3,000 islands, a natural terrior of mountain vineyards, a maritime influenced climate, volcanic and alluvial soils, and over 200 ancient indigenous varieties. Bianchi Assirtiko Sigalas ”Barrel Fermented” Santorini [ 2014 ] 66 Assyrtiko Sigalas Santorini [ 2016 ] 56 Assyrtiko Tselepos Santorini [ 2015 ] 75 Moschofilero Skouras Peloponnese [ 2016 ] 40 Chardonnay Skouras “Almyra” Peloponnese [ 2015 ] 40 Debina Domaine Glinavos Zitsa [ 2013 ] 45 Blanc Tatsis “Xiropotamos” [ 2014 ] 45 Rossi Xinomavro Thimiopoulos “Young Vines” Naoussa [ 2014 ] 40 Xinomavro Karydas Naoussa [ 2011 ] 54 Xinomavro Kir-Yianni “Ramnista” Naoussa [ 2011 ] 60 Xinomavro Kir-Yianni “Diaporos” Naoussa [2011 ] 96 Xinomavro Kir-Yianni “KTHMA” Naoussa [ 1995 ) 145 Xinomavro Tatsis “Goumenissa” Macedonia [ 2004 ] 75 Agioritiko/Cabernet Domaine Skouras “Megos Eonos” Peloponnese [ 2011 ] 58` Agioritiko Domaine Skouras “Grand Cuvee” Nemea [ 2008 ] 68 Mavrotragano/Mandilaria Sigalas Santorini [ 2014 ] 64 Mouvedre/Avgoustatis Domaine Mercouri “Antares” Peloponnese [ 2010 ] 48 Refosco Domaine Mercouri Peloponnese [ 1998 ] 80 / Alexakis Crete [ 2012 ] 40 The Bi g an d Tal l Section Magnums

Champagne Pierre Moncuit Millesime France [ 2002 ] 475 Champagne Pierre Paillard Millesime France [ 1996 ] 450 Trebbiano Emidio Pepe Abruzzo[ 2013 ] 360 Frappato Occhipinti “IL” Sicily [ 2014 ] 150 Sangiovese Montesecondo “TIN” Tuscany [ 2013 ] 215 Teroldego Foradori “Granato” Trentino [ 2010 ] 240 Sangiovese Prunotto “Bric Turot” Barbaresco [ 1997/2000] 240 Nebbiolo Produttori del Barbaresco” Montestefano” Barbaresco [ 2000 ] 365 Nebbiolo Ferrando “Black Label” Carema Piemonte [ 2006 ] 395

Sangiovese Il Poggione Riserva Brunello di Montalcino [ 1995/2003] 3 liter 800 Sangiovese Riecine Chianti Classico Riserva [ 2001 ] 3 liter 600 Sangiovese Riecine “La Goia” Tuscany [ 1997 ] 3 liter 750 Nebbiolo Ceretto “Asij” Barbaresco [ 1988 ] 3 liter 650

After Dinner Chinato Barolo Cappellano Barolo Piemonte 14 Moscato/Brachetto Elio Perrone “Bigaro” Piemonte 14 Semillion/Sauv. Blanc Chateau Suduiraut Sauternes 1er Cru 2001/2003 16 Vin Santo Altesino “Valdarbia” Italy [ 2009 ] 18