The Italian Wine Club
Join us for a new wine series celebrating Italy’s rich wine culture, explored one region at a time.
Each intimate evening pairs a seasonal menu from the CIAO kitchen with carefully selected wines, presented and guided by leading importers, suppliers and producers, who will share the stories, character and uniqueness of every pour.
Relaxed, generous and rooted in tradition. Good food, good wine and the pleasure of discovering new flavours.
TASTE OF TUSCANY | SOLD OUT
Thursday, October | 5:30pm for a 6pm start | $159pp | Four course menu with matched wines
Join us for a regal winter evening as CIAO journeys through Piedmont, one of Italy’s most revered and prestigious wine regions.
Nestled at the foot of the Alps in northwestern Italy, Piedmont is renowned for its mist covered hills, centuries old winemaking traditions and some of the world’s most sought after wines. Home to the legendary Langhe region, a globally celebrated wine landscape recognised for its rich history and winemaking heritage, Piedmont is where Nebbiolo reigns supreme, giving rise to Barolo, known as the King of Wines and Barbaresco, its elegant Queen.
Hosted by wine extraordinaire Paolo Sandri of Convivium Wines, the evening will guide guests through five exceptional wines that capture the depth, complexity and character of this remarkable region. Each wine will be thoughtfully paired with a four course menu inspired by Piedmont's rich culinary heritage, with flavours shaped by truffle filled forests, alpine pastures and generations of artisanal producers who have defined Italian gastronomy.
From the rolling vineyards of Langhe to the historic cellars of Italy’s most celebrated winemakers, experience a journey through one of the country's most captivating wine regions.
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Crostini Toscani, Grilled Tuscan Bread, wild boar pâté and caperberries
Paired with 2023 Rosato JeT, IGT, Tuscany, Ita
Pici al Ragù Bianco, hand-rolled Tuscan pasta, white pork ragù, sage, Parmigiano Reggiano
Paired with 2024 Cecci Storia di Famiglia, Chianti Classico DOCG, Tuscany, Ita
Bistecca alla Fiorentina, Grilled Sirloin, olivie oil, lemon, served with Cannellini and Insalata di Campo
Paired with 2019 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Tuscany, Ita &
2016 Polini & Rossetti Eudor, Super Tuscan, Toscana IGT, Tuscany, Ita
Cantucci, Traditional Tuscan almond biscuit
Paired with 2004 Vin Santo del Chianti DOCG, Tuscany, Ita
Please let us know of any dietary requirements in advance. We’re happy to accommodate gluten free, coeliac, vegetarian, seafood-free, shellfish/crustacean-free, dairy free, and onion & garlic free dietary needs with prior notice.
Please note, tables may be communal based on booking numbers.
