From the sunny isle of Sicily: A flavourful Italian wine and dinner experience
Enjoy an elegant, multi-course Italian dining experience paired with fresh, flavourful wines by Wines of Sicilia DOC on June 27 at Zitto Zitto Taverna. Raised in Sicily’s unique climate and terroir, these modern wines make every sip distinctive and delicious.
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Assorted Crostini
Nduja, Stracciatella, roasted pepper
Ricotta, prosciutto, housemade fig jam
Robiola, fresh herbs, strawberry, balsamic glaze
Primo (Appetizer)
Polpo alla griglia
Grilled octopus served with saffron potato
Burrata e prosciutto
Italian cream filled mozzarella with Parma prosciutto
and heirloom cherry tomatoes
Carpaccio di Cervo
Black peppercorn encrusted Quebec venison tenderloin
with wild berries, lemon and evoo
Polenta ai funghi
Grilled polenta served with a wild mushroom
parmigiano and truffle sauce
Secondo
Linguine Bronte
Pistacchio pesto, cherry tomato and orange zest
Calamarata al Nero
Calamari in sauce of garlic, white wine and black squid ink
Pranzo (Choice of Main)
Risotto
Prosecco, asparagus, lime, crispy leeks and Shrimp
Grigliata di Pesce
Grilled whole branzino with spicy rapini
Costoletta di Vitello
Grilled 16 oz milk-fed veal chop with a green peppercorn sauce
and rosemary roasted potatoes
Dolci
Sicilian pistachio cannoli
Discover your new favourite wine, learn about Sicilian wine making and the sustainable practices of Wines of Sicilia DOC, and gain a deeper understanding of Sicilian wines’ fresh, easy-to-drink styles.
Guided by the Ambasciatori del Vino, sample six inspired, flavourful wines from the Wines of Sicilia DOC portfolio:
- Gloria Grillo Organic DOC, a dry, youthful and aromatic wine with hints of citrus and tropical fruits like pineapple, lychee and peach
- Doppio Passo Grillo Sicilia DOC, a fresh, balanced vino with aromas of juicy stone fruits like apricot and peach and sun-ripened citrus notes
- Villa Puccini Grillo Sicilia DOC, with golden hues, a tropical fruit flavour with pineapple overtones and notes of white flowers and honey
- Cusumano Nero d'Avola, Sicilia DOC, a dry, medium-bodied wine with aromas of coffee and spices, and cherry and plum flavours
- Planeta Santa Cecilia Noto 2018, with depths of plum and sage, mixed with notes of brown spice and a lifting hint of camphor
- Firriato Chiaramonte Nero d’Avola 2019, with fragrant aromas of plum and blackberry, black cherry and bilberry, and hints of cloves, black pepper and dark chocolate
Don’t miss the exclusive Sicilian tasting and dining experience of the year.
