Special Guest Speaker-James Moll, Volio Wine Imports, Dallas

$45 per person

“James Moll is Volio’s #1 smooth-talking, glass-swirling salesperson. He has the Texas boots to

match any Barolo or Brunello. A Dallas native with more than 20 years of experience in a broad

range of management positions, James has worked with some of the world’s most successful

wine companies. In his decades in the business, he has built a deep network of colleagues and

industry contacts, including strong distributor relationships throughout the country. Most

recently, James led operations and sales teams in six states for Esprit Du Vin (EDV), a fine wine

division of Palm Bay International. James lives in Dallas, TX and manages six markets in the

Southwest region of the US. His good humor and humility make him a great dinner date on

supplier visits.”

1st Course

Sautéed Spicy Shrimp on Polenta

Wine-Castelfeder Pinot Grigio Mont Mes Trentino Alto Adige

“Straw yellow color with green apple, citrus, and white flower. Soft and round

with present acidity. Better than most at the price point.”

2nd Course

Wild Mushroom and Red Wine Risotto

Wine-Cantine Povero Contrada Maestra Barbera d'Asti Piedmont

“Light, bright, clean, and fresh. A varietally perfect example of Barbera.”

Entrée

Oxtail Ragu with Rigatoni

Wine-Fattoria Poggerino Chianti Classico Tuscany

" Benchmark Sangiovese and Chianti Classico. Ruby red color with notes of

blackberries, cherry, leather, and red currant touched by vanilla and licorice spice.

Sweet and persistent tannins."

Dessert

Tiramisu