Are you looking for a recipe for happiness? Start by taking one of Toronto’s finest Italian restaurants, add some gourmet Italian specialities and garnish with il Botolo wines: you will be astonished by the results!
Those fortunate enough to attend the exclusive wine dinner hosted by il Botolo at Cucina Ovest (King Street West), were enthusiastic about the hand-crafted dishes, prepared under the guidance of Executive Chef Rajan Chopra and the beautiful pairing with the elegant wines from il Botolo Azienda Agricola.
Reception:
Appetizers – 24 month aged parmigiano & artisanal cured meats
Paired with Il Botolo Piemonte Chardonnay DOC 2014
First Course:
Bresaola
Cured beef, asiago cheese, pompelmo, olive oil
Paired with Il Botolo Barbera d’Asti DOCG 2015
Second Course:
Risotto al Barbera Superiore
Red wine risotto garnished with braised short rib
Paired with Il Botolo Barbera d’Asti Superiore DOCG 2013
Main Course:
Roasted lamb shank
Served with lentils, swiss chard
or
Salsiccia arrostita
Homemade grilled sausages, daily vegetables
or
Vegetarian a la carte
Paired with Il Botolo Barbera d’Asti Superiore DOCG 2013 Nizza
Dessert:
Homemade blueberry tarte
Paired with Il Botolo Moscato d’Asti DOCG 2016
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This year the spotlight was on our latest gem NIZZA DOCG RISERVA 2016 vintage, which achieved a score of 95/100 points.
