Thursday, April 17, 7:00 PM
featuring
Sterling Vineyards
Aperitif
~ Domaine Chandon, Brut Classic ~
complex apple and pear characteristics, hints of citrus spice, with almonds and caramel in the bouquet
Insalata di Finocchio con Branzino e Campari
fennel salad, striped bass sashimi, campari dressing
Sterling Vineyards, Chardonnay, North Coast, 2005
rich creamy tastes of pears, apples, vanilla spice, followed by a long toasty finish
Crespelle con Ragu di Vitello, Manzo e Provolone
crepes layered with beef, veal, and vegetable ragu, aged provolone cheese
Sterling Vineyards, Cabernet Sauvignon, "Rutherford", Napa, 2002
aromas of elegant black plum and cocoa, well balanced with flavors of vanilla and a soft finish
Intermezzo...
Costollette di Agnello al Forno con Cippollotti
Colorado lamb chops, baked in marsala wine, with green onion pesto
Sterling Vineyards, Meritage, SVR Reserve, Napa, 2002
a Bordeaux-style blend, aromas of cinnamon, nutmeg, and plum, tastes of ripe black cherries, blackberries and dark chocolate
Torta di Frutta Neeyos
homemade berry filled sponge cake, mint creme anglaise
Rosenblum Cellars, Gallagher Reserve Black Muscat, 2005
from Black Hamburg Muscat grapes, flavors of ripe berries, creamy cherries, and hints of chocolate
$70 per person, plus tax & gratuity. Reservations required.
13705 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, 818.986.2640, www.il-tiramisu.com