Sample Saturdays: Free Wine Tasting with Vincenzo Schiano of Impero Wines

Are you a lover of Italian wines? In addition to our complimentary daily wine tastings, join us every Saturday as we introduce new wines to you from all over Italy. You will taste up to 3 wines that we will choose to offer to "expand your palate" and we will share food pairing ideas too!

Vincenzo will be offering:

Pakravan Papi – Ribellante IGT Toscana Bianco – Riesling 60% other white berry verities 40%. Pale straw yellow. Aromas of grapefruit and yellow melon. Very balanced between the freshness of citrus fruits and the softness of exotic fruits. Powerful and elegant, with a refreshing minerality and a slightly aromatic finish given by Malvasia. Excellent as aperitif, tuna fish tartare, wild smoked salmon, salt-baked sea bream, grilled swordfish.

Salvalai Pinot Noir IGT – 100% Pinot Nero. Bright red color with aromas of fruits and jam scent. On the palate, crispy, dry, harmonic, well balanced. Best served with red grilled meats and games.

Masca del Tacco Susumaniello Rosso IGP - dark ruby red with purple shades. On the nose gives red and black fruits, a gentle zesty sensation, red flowers and hints of spices. Smooth and full bodied on the mouth, ripe tannins, fresh and satisfying. Pair with meat starters, first dishes with funghi porcini, game in general, BBQ and medium aged cheeses.

Calatroni Sangue di Guida- – Barbera, Croatina and Uva Rara. A bit of bubbles, alongside a powerfully fruity if tart content, all wrapped up in a semi-sweet finish. Offer with charcuterie, dried fruits or brownies.

Which one will you like best? Let us know!

We hope to see you at Simpatico to explore our amazing wines, foods, gifts and more from every region in Italy! Cin Cin!