Sunday, March 5th, 6:30pm
Hosted by Giovanni Frascola, third generation of Tua Rita
5 courses with wine pairings by Tua Rita, $175 per person, excludes tax and gratuity.
Reservations required. Call to reserve, 540-253-5501.
“Approximately 100 meters above sea level, in the quiet medieval town of Suvereto, lies Tua Rita, one of Tuscany’s most important and highly-regarded estates”
What started as a tranquil retreat in which to enjoy their retirement, the humble property Rita Tua and her husband, Virgilio Bisti, bought has become a shining star of Italian wines. In 1984, Rita and Virgilio realized their lifelong dream purchasing the property that became Tua Rita. The landscape and buildings on this property were a mere setting for living close with nature while farming their beloved land. Their overwhelming passion for wine soon changed their plans. In less than a decade, the couple nearly doubled their property, the growth driven by Rita and Virgilio’s enduring enthusiasm and ever-deepening awareness of the potential of the area, between the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Colline Metallifere, known as Val di Cornia.
The winery released its first vintage in 1992, and soon began receiving praise and accolades from wine enthusiasts worldwide. In just five short years, Tua Rita’s Redigaffi had achieved cult-like status, receiving outstanding ratings from the world’s most prestigious wine critics and publications. Critic Robert Parker said the 1999 Redigaffi was “as close to perfection as a wine can get.” The following year, he gave the 2000 Redigaffi a perfect 100 point score. The winery’s Super Tuscan, Giusti di Notri, also garners near-universal praise. Luca D’Attoma, the estate’s winemaker, keeps yields to a minimum to ensure concentration of flavors. The estate’s total annual production is just 3,400 cases.
On Sunday, March 5th at 6:30pm, we invite you to help us celebrate the acclaimed wines of Tua Rita and the region of Tuscany. Each of the five courses have been thoughtfully created by Chef Lou to accompany and compliment the wines of Tua Rita. Giovanni Frascola, third generation of Tua Rita, will be presenting his family’s wines at the dinner. Please call to reserve, 540-253-5501.
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Funghi fritti
Local and foraged mushrooms and sage lightly fried tempura style
Tua Rita Vermentino ‘Perlato del Bosco Bianco’ IGT 2021
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Sformato di carciofi
Artichoke sformato, a cross between a flan and a soufflé, with a sheep’s milk fonduta
Tua Rita ‘Rosso dei Notri’ IGT 2021
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Pici al ragù
Hand rolled pici with vin santo braised squab, pancetta, and cabbage
Tua Rita Sangiovese ‘Perlato del Bosco’ IGT 2019
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Arista di maiale al latte
Local pork loin braised in milk, served with it’s braising juices
Tua Rita ‘Giusto di Notri’ IGT 2020
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Dolce
Dessert
Tua Rita ‘Sese’ Passito di Pantelleria DOP
*Menu and pairings subject to change based on availability