Guests enjoying Taste & Learn at Ferraro’s.
(Photo courtesy of Ferraro’s)
FERRARO’S RISTORANTE ANNOUNCES TASTE & LEARN EVENT JUNE 18
FEATURING WINES FROM SANTA MARGHERITA USA
Ferraro’s invites guests to experience its next Taste & Learn on Saturday, June 18 at 5 p.m. Taste & Learn is Ferraro’s popular, monthly wine-tasting and education event that provides illuminating wine education along with a menu of expertly prepared, authentic Italian small plates crafted by Chef Mimmo Ferraro.
The June Taste & Learn event spotlights wines from Santa Margherita USA. Founded in 1935, Santa Margherita has been contributing to the international success of premium Italian wines for more than 80 years. Guests will begin the tasting with a 2020 Kettmeir Pinot Bianco, a floral and fruity white wine with a hint of green apples. Second on the menu is the 2016 Lamole di Lamole Chianti Classico Riserva, a warm, deep ruby-red wine featuring hints of iris and spicy tones. Next, the 2017 Cantina Mesa Carignano del Sulcis Riserva “Buio Buio” has a complex nose of ripe red berries, balsamic and savory notes. Lastly, guests will enjoy the 2016 Masi Costasera Amarone Classico, a velvety red wine created using an ancient Roman winemaking method.
“Santa Margherita is one of the country’s top food and wine culture leaders,” said Gino Ferraro, owner, Ferraro’s. “We are thrilled to share four of their most sensational wines paired with delicious Italian dishes at our next Taste & Learn.”
The full menu of wine and food pairings follows:
2020 Kettmeir Pinot Bianco
Carpaccio di Tonno
Herb-encrusted ahi tuna carpaccio livornese, tomatoes, olives, capers, fennel
2016 Lamole di Lamole Chianti Classico Riserva
Pasta al Forno
Baked pasta, meatballs, peas, hard boiled eggs, mozzarella, Pomodoro cheese
2017 Cantina Mesa Carignano del Sulcis Riserva “Buio Buio”
Cinghiale con Polenta e Pecorino
Wild boar ragù, Pecorino polenta
2016 Masi Costasera Amarone Classico
Petto D’Anatra
Duck breast, Amarone reduction, Amarone risotto
Tickets for the all-inclusive experience are $90 and space is limited. To make reservations, please call (702) 364-5300.
ABOUT FERRARO’S RISTORANTE
Founded in 1985, Ferraro’s Ristorante is Las Vegas’ longest running, family-owned and operated restaurant offering authentic, five-star Italian cuisine in a fine-dining atmosphere. Specializing in freshly made pastas and sauces, legendary osso buco, savory risottos, expertly prepared all-natural meats, Safe Harbor® seafood, as well as an extensive award-winning wine list, Ferraro’s is famous for its attention to detail, welcoming environment and passion for food that runs in the family. The Ferraro family members devote themselves to ensuring each guest has a memorable experience, whether for lunch, dinner, late-night or private parties and events. Ferraro’s is open for dinner from 5 to 11 p.m., Monday through Thursday and Sunday and from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. Ferraro’s is located at 4480 Paradise Road, Las Vegas, Nevada 89169 (across the street from Virgin Hotels Las Vegas). For reservations, call (702) 364-5300. For more information, find on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.