“Established in 1978, the ‘Azienda Agricol Ciccio Zaccagnini’ estate began as a small family vineyard producing a mere 1,000 bottles a year.Today, the estate stretches 500 acres alongside the Rome-Pescara highway, located in Bolognano in the providence of Pescara. A little morethan 30 years later, Zaccagnini’s production capability has grown to 500,000 cases of premium wine a year.

Zaccagnini’s hard work and dedication pays off at the end of the day. Their wines are accepted and praised in the world market. Even Wine Spectator Magazine awarded them with the highest point rating ever given to a Montepulciano; 94 points to their 1997 San Clemente Montepulciano. Most Recently, Robert Parker, of the Wine Advocate, gave the 2007 vintage of the Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Riserva 90 points! 

1st Course
Blueberry Salad with Prosciutto and Melon
 
Wine-Tralcetto Pinot Grigio IGT Abruzzo

Tasting notes: “light, brilliant yellow colour with greenish highlights; delicate bouquet, subtle and elegant flavour, fragrant and beautifully harmonious nose.”

2nd Course
Chicken Mushroom and Spinach Lasagna

Wine-Tralcetto Cerasuolo Rosato DOC Abruzzo

  Tasting notes: “typical pink colour of white vinification of red grapes; intense bouquet, fragrant, harmonious, very pleasant nose; on the palate, it is subtle and elegant, fresh and well-balanced.”

EntréeSlow Roast Pork loin with Molasses and Balsamic Glaze
 
Wine- Zaccagnini Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC Abruzzo

Tasting notes: “intense ruby red with purplish reflections; intense nose, characteristic of the primary aromas of the grape variety; a fruity element, robust and full-bodied, well-balanced with its tannins.”

DessertPeach Crisp
Ice Cream

$45 per person