Dear Members,
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to join us in a gastronomic journey through Italy showcasing wines from Piedmonte and Tuscany. The evening promises you a unique opportunity to experience the wines up close and personal with each of the family members, all 2nd generation family members who are actively involved with the winemaking and the vineyard operations. They will be present to share their personal stories and discuss the wines. We are truly honored to have the company of:
Ms Silvia Altare, from Elio Altare
Ms Luisa Rocca, from Bruno Rocca
Mr Giovanni Correggia, from Matteo Correggia
Mr Emanuele Pellegrini, from Fattoria di Petrognano
Elio Altare is one of the pioneers of the modern Barolo, dedicated to producing elegant, refined and balanced wines, with a strong focus on terroir. The family was originally from a small town of Dogliani who went on to buy a farm in La Morra. Silvia joined her father in 2003 and quickly became an integral part of their small family-run winery encompassing 10-Ha of land.
Bruno Rocca is based in Barbaresco, where their cellar is set in one of the most beautiful landscapes in northern Italy. Owning one of the choicest parcel within Rabajà, one of Italy's great vineyards, Rocca’s two children are passionate, hard-working and deeply invested in the family business. Their wines are reputed to strike a balance between modernity, exuberance and impeccable structure, seductive in youth and proven ageing potential with stunning maturity. All their grapes come from the vineyards that they carefully nurture throughout the year, protected as a faithful ally. The wine is an expression of their land, passion, love and respect for the terroir using natural techniques.
The estate of Matteo Correggia is located between Canale and Santo Stefano Roero, and brings us an interesting showcase of the other indigenous grapes in the Piedmonte region such as the aromatic Roero Arneis with its freshness, and other famous grapes including Barbera, and international varieties of Cabernet, Merlot, etc. Currently helmed by both father and son, it is another lovely expression of a family-run winery from Piedemonte.
he is experimenting on grapes micro-vinification of 4 different combination of rootstocks and nebbiolo clone with the aim to find out what will be the best suited for the Roero area.
Fattoria di Petrgnano is based in middle of the Tuscan hills of Montelupo Fiorentino, a famous town in the Chianti district. The rich soil and excellent micro-climate here make it perfect winegrowing country. The Pellegrini family has owned the winery since 1963 where the estate covers 87ha, of which there are 15,5 ha of Sangiovese, 1ha of Trebbiano Toscano, 3ha of Chardonnay, 4ha of Canaiolo, 4,5ha of Cabernet Sauvignon, 1ha of Syrah and 1ha of Merlot. The Fattoria di Petrognano has a unique approach to winemaking, combining the best of traditions, modern techniques and selective use of French oak barriques
The ‘gastronomical embassy’ of Italian food and timeless classic for Italian fine dining in Singapore, OSO Ristorante promises the ideal accompaniment to our stellar wine lineup. Using only authentic and the freshest seasonal ingredients in season sourced directly from Italy and across Asia, OSO is best known for its classic, traditional and contemporary Italian cuisine across regions across Italy. Established in 2004, OSO settled into its current location where its refurbished 4-storey conservation Mansion in Chinatown provides a unique atmosphere created by its owners Chef Diego Chiarini and Mr Stephane Colleoni, Manager who have been business partners and best friends.
Born and raised in Northern Italy, Chef Diego counts among his many mentors, world famous chefs Alain Ducasse, Angelo Paracucchi and Giacomo Gallina. Under his helm, Bice was voted one of the ten best Italian restaurants in the world, Carpaccio Restaurant voted the best foreign restaurant in the Famous Henri Gault, Guide des Restaurants Etrangers de Paris 18/20. Between 2006-2012, OSO has also won several awards of excellence under the World Gourmet Summit series by the Singapore Tourism Board for best restaurant and best Chef. Notably, OSO has been voted best restaurant in the Tatler restaurant guide in 2007 and 2014.
We are grateful to Water and Wine for making this event possible. Members will have priority over guests during the first forty-eight (48) hours after the sending out of this bulletin. Please book early to avoid disappointment.
An Italian Panorama with La Familia
Date: 20th May 2016 (Friday)
Venue: OSO Ristorante, 46 Bukit Pasoh Road, Singapore 089858
Time: Aperitif – 7:30pm
Dinner – 8:00pm
Price: S$130 (Members); S$170 (Guests)
Dress Code – Smart Casual
Limited to 50 pax
Members will have priority over guests during the first 48 hours after the sending out of this bulletin. Please book early to avoid disappointment.
Bookings and reservations: Please email: Laurence Low at iwfss11@gmail.com for reservations.
PLEASE NOTE: Reservations WILL NOT be considered confirmed unless the Booking Form together with payment is received by 13 May 2016.
Glenn Chao
President
Apéritif / Reception
Matteo Correggia, Roero Arneis 2014
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Buratta cheese from Puglia region
18 month old Prosciutto ham
Truffle salami
Crab meat salad
Matteo Correggia, Langhe Rosso, Le Marne Grigie 2004
Matteo Correggia, Roero Riserva Roche D'Ampsej DOCG 2010
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Veal ravioli with cheese fondue and porcini mushrooms
Fattoria di Petrognano, MEME Chianti Riserva DOCG 2007
Fattoria di Petrognano, Colli Tascana Centrale, Antemo, IGT 2013
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Grilled organic beef tenderloin, Asparagus in a green sauce
Elio Altare, Langhe DOC Rosso La Villa 2010
Elio Altare, Barolo DOCG, Cerretta Vigna Bricco 2007
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Selection of mixed Piemonte cheese
Bruno Rocca, Barbaresco DOCG, Maria Adelaide 2008
Bruno Rocca, Barbaresco DOCG, Coparossa 2008
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Hot dark chocolate tart with milk ice cream
