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WINE

DRY LAMBRUSCO DI SORBARA ROSÉ “RADICE,” PALTRINIERI, ‘22

Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Meet the Lambrusco di Sorbara Rosé “Radice” by Paltrinieri, 2022 – a fizzy delight that’s here to shatter every misconception you have about Lambrusco. This bottle is like that shy friend at a party who suddenly takes over the dance floor. At first, it's a bit coy… but once it opens up, it’s a whirlwind of flavors! Hello there, juicy strawberries, tangy boysenberries, and a pop of pomegranate, all underpinned by wildflowers and a whisper of earthy herbs. The zingy acidity will have you wondering where the bottle disappeared to—it’s that easy to sip.

Made from the delicate Sorbara grape, this is dry Lambrusco done right. Forget the syrupy, overly sweet stuff; this is fresh, frothy, and full of life, crafted with love and a touch of rebellion by the Paltrinieri family, who took a gamble on tradition and won big. Perfect for shaking up your sparkling wine game!

$15 glass   •   $10 glass

CHEESE

ASIAGO D’ALLEVO

Veneto, Italy · Cow-R

Ever heard of Asiago? Of course, you have! Asiago is a small town in Northern Italy for which a great cheese was named. It is also a frequently copied cheese style in the United States. The difference between the real deal and a factory imitation can be astonishing, so today, we will offer you REAL Asiago to excite and delight your tastebuds.

Genuine Asiago d'Allevo is a D.O.P (name-controlled) cheese that is produced within the regions of Veneto and Trentino-Alto Adige. Just like other popular Italian cheeses, Asiago d'Allevo is made from partially skimmed milk. This can potentially produce a lower-fat cheese, though most Asiagos contain around 45% fat content. There may be nothing particularly special about the appearance of a wheel of Asiago, but the flavor and character are anything but ordinary!

The cheese is sold in three different stages of ripeness: Asiago Fresco (aged 2-3 months), Asiago Mezzano (aged 3-5 months), and Asiago Vecchio, aged a minimum of nine months and the sharpest of all. Over time, the sweet taste of a younger version can acquire a luscious, savory flavor, ranging to slightly piquant. A most versatile and snackable cheese, Asiago d’Allevo pairs oh-so-well with a refreshing Lambrusco.

$9  •   $6