One of my favorite Italian restaurants in the world, The Florentine, partners with Maverick Wine Company to take guests on a journey through Piemonte, Italy with a special wine tasting class. Kurt Fraim of Maverick Wine Company will introduce the northwest Italian region to wine enthusiasts with a taste of signature wines and small dishes from Piemonte, including:
2012 Araldica Gavi
Bagna Cauda
2012 Pico Maccario Barbera d’Asti “Berro”
Beef Tartare with Celery and Parmigiano Reggiano
2012 Pecchenino Dolcetto San Luigi
Agnolotti del Plin
2011 Damilano Nebbiolo d’Alba
Sunchoke Crostata
Guests will have the opportunity to purchase the featured wines at the industry rate and Prosecco will be served upon arrival. The class costs $35 per guest (exclusive of tax and gratuity), and reservations are required. For reservations call 312-660-8866.