Ruffino Wines Will Bring a Taste of Tuscany to Little Italy and Lincolnwood

Cellar master and Tuscan wine ambassador Beppe d’Andrea will be in Chicago this October to host a pair of events at Tuscany on Taylor Street and Stefani Prime. Beppe will be meeting guests, detailing the history of Ruffino Wines, and providing additional insight into some of the night’s featured wine selections.

The Ruffino Wine Experience will take place following the Columbus Day Parade on Monday, October 9th at Tuscany Restaurant in Little Italy.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

• Guests will be greeted with welcome drinks and a selection of passed hors d’oeuvres on the patio.
• The main dining room will be set up with an array of Tuscan favorites for dinner, including:
  • Antipasto Station
  • Wood-Fired Pizza Station
  • Hand-Tossed Pasta Station
  • Tuscan Buffet: Enjoy some of Tuscany’s favorite signature dishes, hand-selected by the chef.
  • Mini cannoli and tiramisu will close the night out on a sweet note.

WINE AND BEVERAGES

• Guests will be immersed in the world of Tuscan wines with a station featuring a selection of Ruffino wines thoughtfully-curated to elevate the dining experience.
• Bartenders will be crafting a Ruffino cocktail for guests to sample.
• Featured wines for the evening will include Aqua di Venus Pinot Grigio, Ruffino Riserva Ducale Oro 2018, and Modus, IGT Toscana 2019.

GIVEAWAYS

• All guests will be automatically entered into the evening’s raffle which includes a variety of prizes from a chef’s dinner at Tuscany to restaurant gift cards and more.

The Ruffino Wine Dinner will take place Tuesday, October 10th at Stefani Prime in Lincolnwood. The evening will feature a 5-course dinner paired with select Ruffino wines.

WELCOME DRINK & FIRST TASTE
FOCACCIA
tomatoes, olives, rosemary, evoo
wine pairing: tenuta di santedame, chianti classico 2019

FIRST COURSE
POLPI CON FAGIOLI ALL’UCCELLETTO
grilled octopus over cannellini bean ragout, crostini, italian salsa verde
wine pairing: ruffino riserva ducale, chianti classico riserva 2019

SECOND COURSE
INSALATA DI CAVOLETTI DI BRUXELLES
brussels sprouts, applewood bacon shaved parmesan, kale chips, shallot vinaigrette
wine pairing: ruffino riserva ducale oro, chianti classico, gran selezione 2018

THIRD COURSE
TAGLIATELLE CON CREMA LIMONCELLO
homemade tagliatelle in creamy limoncello sauce topped with zucchini flowers
wine pairing: ruffino greppone mazzi, brunello di montalcino 2017

FOURTH COURSE
COSTINE DI MANZO
slowly braised beef short ribs, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, caramelized carrots, veal demi sauce
wine pairing: ruffino modus primo, igt toscana 2019

FIFTH COURSE
FRUTTI DI BOSCO
fresh seasonal berries, white vermouth sauce, vanilla gelato
dessert wine pairing: ruffino moscato d’asti