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Moscato d'Asti, Vietti, "Cascinetta", 2016 52 With a floral bouquet and sweet finish this Italian classic embodies the holiday. While Moscato d’Asti 600-Day Prosciutto - 15 Prime Beef Meatballs - 11 popularity arises from its consistency across dierent producers, the Vietti specializes in the , producing a with more complexity than one could expect from another house. Fresh Homemade Ricotta - 8 Cheese & Salumi Platter - 24 Toast Hand-Cut Salumis & Artisan Cheeses Brut , Ca’ del Bosco, “Cuvée Prestige”, NV 89 ’s prestige is composed of several characteristics; most important of them all may be the strict rules of production. The northern Italian sparkling wine zone of Franciacorta not only encompasses the same French laws (known locally as ‘metodo traditionale’), they actually improve HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY on them with stricter regulations. The result is ’s most impressive sparkling , and Ca’ del Bosco is recognized as the premier producer of the region. Citrus Salad Brut Champagne, Marc Hébrart, "Cuvée de Reserve", NV 128 Blood Orange, Fennel, Pistachio There are two general camps of Champagne production: Firms that buy grapes in bulk to mass produce large quantities of consistent sparkling wine, and farmers who grow their own fruit and Shredded Brussels Sprout Salad make their own wine with respect for specific and/or variations. Marc Hébrart epitomizes the latter, evident by his membership in the Club des Trésors de Champagne, or “Special Avocado Club” (an association of just over 30 grower-producers). A complex and elegant wine, the ”Cuvée de Reserve” is evidence that when in Champagne, bigger is not always better. Fritto Misto Calamari, Broccolini, Peppers WHITE

Alto Adige, Manincor, "La Manina", 2015 62 The Manicor estate has been producing elegant wines from the foothills of the Dolomites for 400 Mama DePandi's Bucatini Short Rib Bolognese years. Their signature cuvee meaning ‘hand on heart,’ is an incredible field blend of Pinot Bianco, Pomodoro, Genovese Basil Hand Cut Pappadelle, Rosemary , and Sauvignon, which disproves the common misconception that Italian white wines are too light and youthful to overtly show great complexity. This age-worthy white expresses fresh wild flowers and rich honeyed stone fruits while maintaining crisp minerality, showcasing the talent Sweet Pea Agnolotti and pedigree that is too oft overlooked on Italian menus. Black Pepper Pancetta, Egg Yolk Ricotta Salata, Lemon, Mint

Ischia, Antonio Mazzella, 2015 60 Spicy King Crab Maine Lobster Ravioli Capri’s sister island Ischia, is just big enough to have minute amounts of agricultural growth -including vines. As the waves crash against the steep rocky shores, the vines are splashed with Squid Ink , Fresno Chili Spinach , Chili Flake an oceanic brine one must smell to believe. The native Biancolella grape is perfectly in tune to be complementary to the Mediterranean seafood that encompasses their island and our kitchen.

Friuli, Vie de Romans, Chardonnay, 2014 89 Tucked away in the northeastern corner of Italy is the white wine bastion of Friuli, a perfect climate Creekstone Filet Mignon for fresh, quality driven white wines. One may not expect to find world class Chardonnay in this tiny parcel of the globe but Vie de Romans exceeds your expectation with this estate bottled wine. All Natural, Cherry Peppers Full bodied and rich with a nice balance of flavors, this wine has the quality of great white Burgundy with a distinctly Italian pedigree. Wild Alaskan Halibut Cherry Tomato RED & Picatta Moderno Thinly Pounded Chicken, Parmesan Crust, Rosé, George, , “Ferae Naturae”, Russian River Valley, 2016 68 Asparagus, Calabrian Oregano Rosé has swiftly become the ocial wine of a great day, and this wine lives up to that reputation. Made by one of the greatest vignerons of our country, George Levko, his small-production Rosé demonstrates the ease of when starting with highest quality fruit. Light cherry flavors Eggplant Parmesan and a dry but complex finish make this more than your average Rosé, without sacrificing the Wood-Oven Baked simplicity of what a great Rosé should be.

Chianti Rufina, Selvapiana, 2014 48 There is no way to be more authentic in our restaurant than enjoying , especially . Medium in body with great flavors of dried fruit, Mediterranean, herbs, and a beaming STEAKS & SEAFOOD freshness which best complements the straight-forward, rustic food of . We say amongst ourselves “if it grows together, it goes together” and in the rolling hills of Tuscany the vines of Bone-in Ribeye - 48 tomatoes and grapes are as intertwined as they should be on the table. Painted Hills Ranch Toscana, Tua Rita, "Rosso dei Notri", 2015 61 The tiny town of Suverato in southwestern Tuscany is home to all things historical, except one: the Prime Dry Aged Bistecca Fiorentina - 145 Tua Rita winery, an iconic home to some of the best known “Super-Tuscans”. Rita Tua crafts this Tuscany's Famous Sliced Porterhouse Steak, Serves Two to Four iconic blend, “Rosso dei Notri”, a blend of both Italian and French grapes aged in oak barrels, displays the potential of this style of wine. Showcasing the potential of as a complementary Whole Grilled Branzino - 58 grape instead of the sole ingredient, this is darker and heavier than traditional Tuscan wines. Mediterranean Sea Bass, Oregano, Capers, Serves Two