Lincoln Center\u2019s iconic Henry Moore sculpture<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n <\/p>\n
Lincoln Ristorante<\/strong> offers an authentic interpretation of Italian cuisine by sourcing the best local ingredients, relying on local farmers, Tucker Square Greenmarket and importing from Italy.\u00a0 Then preparing the menu with authentic Italian methods.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nThey honor traditional Italian dishes making their own fresh pastas, grissini, and focaccia.<\/span><\/p>\nLincoln Ristorante offers an authentic interpretation of Italian cuisine<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/h3>\nEnjoy!\u00a0 It\u2019s from Europe<\/span><\/h3>\n <\/p>\n
We\u2019re tasting Italian wines with our holiday dinner.<\/span><\/p>\nWith over 36,000 hectares (138 miles) of vineyard space and producing 3.5 million hectoliteres (350 million liters) each year, viticulture is one of Italy\u2019s strongest agriculture industries.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\nNearly 80% of grape growing and wine activity takes place in Montepulciano d\u2019Abruzzo<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\nThere\u2019s a truly impressive amount of quality wine coming from the area. 200 private wineries and 40 cooperatives in Abruzzo\u2019s Chieti province.<\/span><\/p>\nNearly 80% of grape growing and wine activity takes place in Montepulciano d\u2019Abruzzo.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/h3>\nMontepulciano d\u2019Abruzzo’s Wine\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n <\/p>\n
The region has a variety of wine producers, something for every palette, pairing, and budget.<\/p>\n
There are 2\u00a0 DOCG:\u00a0 Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Colline Teramane Docg and Terre Tolesi or Tullum DOCG.<\/span><\/p>\nThere are 7 DOCs: Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Doc, Trebbiano d\u2019Abruzzo Doc, Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo Doc, Abruzzo Doc, Villamagna Doc, Controguerra Doc, Ortona Doc<\/span><\/p>\nAnd there aerie 7 IGT: Colline Pescaresi Igt, Colline Teatine Igt, Colline, <\/span>Frentane Igt, Colli del Sangro Igt, Del Vastese or Histonium <\/span>Igt, Terre di Chieti Igt, Terre Aquilane or Terre de L\u2019Aquila Igt<\/span><\/p>\nThe Abruzzo region has a variety of wine producers: 2\u00a0 DOCG, 7 DOCs, 7 IGT<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/h3>\nChieti is the most popular area with more than 75% of vineyards<\/span><\/h3>\n <\/p>\n
The production areas are mostly in the hills <\/span>and the coast.<\/span><\/p>\nThe Chieti<\/strong> province is the most popular area with more than 75% of vineyards and 83% of production.<\/span><\/p>\nWith quite a bit less, Pescara<\/strong> and Teramo<\/strong>, each account for about 10% of the vineyards, and 10% and 6%,respectively of production<\/span><\/p>\nL\u2019Aquila<\/strong> is most modest area, with less than 4% of vineyards, and 1% of production.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/h3>\nThe Scope of Italian Wines from Charming Taste of Europe<\/h3>\n <\/p>\nThe Chieti province is the most popular (75%), but other areas include Pescara and Teramo (10%) and L\u2019Aquila (less then 5%)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/h3>\nNic Tartaglia with Italian Wines from ‘Charming Taste of Europe’<\/span><\/h3>\n <\/p>\n
Nic Tartaglia is a leader in the area with <\/span>Tartaglia<\/span> Farm in the little village Alanno, which is part of Pescara, 1010 feet above the sea level, within a 30 miniature drive of the Adriatic sea and the Appenini mountain range.<\/span><\/p>\nWinters are cold with plenty of snow, and summers are cool and sunny. Their aggressive climate, with clay grounds and limestone grounds encourage grapes that bring rich aromas, color and high sugar.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\nNic Tartaglia from Tartaglia Farm<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nPerfect for Italy\u2019s popular wine<\/strong>: Montepulciano d\u2019Abruzzo, Trebbiano d\u2019Abruzzo and Pecorino, and even more: Chardonnay and Cabernet.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
<\/h3>\nDinner begins – Italian Wines from ‘Charming Taste of Europe’<\/span><\/h3>\n <\/p>\nLong Island Fluke Crudo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nFirst Course<\/span><\/p>\nChoice of… <\/span><\/p>\nLong Island Fluke Crudo<\/span><\/h3>\nPomelo, herbs, Pistacchio, Espelette, Meyer lemon, fried shallots<\/span><\/p>\nMisticanza Salad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nMisticanza Salad<\/span><\/h3>\nRed Endive, White endive, Piedmontese dressing, toasted walnuts, crispy guanciale, gorgonzola dressing<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
Wine: Nic Tartaglia Trebbiano d\u2019Abruzzo DOC 2021<\/b><\/p>\n
On the nose, notes of pear and plum.<\/span> Full body, good acidity and lingering finish. <\/span>Would pair with<\/span>\u00a0grilled vegetables.<\/span><\/p>\nRisotto: Arugula pesto, Prosciutto di Parma, Filone Garlic Crostino, Maldon salt<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nPrimi<\/span><\/p>\nRisotto<\/span><\/h3>\nArugula pesto, Prosciutto di Parma, Filone Garlic Crostino, Maldon salt<\/span><\/p>\nFontefico La Canaglia Pecorino d\u2019Abruzzo Superiore DOC 2021<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nWine: Fontefico La Canaglia Pecorino d\u2019Abruzzo Superiore DOC 2021<\/b><\/p>\n
This golden-hued beauty has a full body and refreshing minerality. Balsamic and herbal notes lead to floral hints, with grapefruit on the finish.\u00a0 Would pair well with a light dish and gravy or meat sauce.<\/p>\nDry Age strip loin<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nMain Course\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nDry Age strip loin<\/span><\/h3>\nSmoked Bone Marrow, Vinaigrette, Salk baked fingerling potatoes<\/span><\/p>\nVelenosi Prope Cerasuolo d\u2019Abruzzo DOC 2021<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nWine: Velenosi Prope Cerasuolo d\u2019Abruzzo DOC 2021<\/b><\/p>\n
This is a beautiful surprise.\u00a0 At first when you’re served a rose with your cut of streak, it can seem like a mistake.\u00a0 Most rose’s couldn’t stand up to the challenge.<\/p>\n
But this story is different; and this wine is special.<\/p>\n
Notice it’s intense bright pink color.\u00a0 The most confident welcome with the results to match.\u00a0 Beautiful notes of<\/span> floral aroma, roses, red fruit. Rounded mouthfeel with r<\/span>aspberry and high acidity to cut through the steak and linger long after.\u00a0 Would pair well with sourdough, rib eye, gamey meat.<\/span><\/p>\nIf you’re looking for a bold rose’ this is a great selection.<\/p>\nOn left: Masciarelli Villa Gemma Montepulciano d\u2019Abruzzo DOC Riserva 2017<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nWine: Masciarelli Villa Gemma Montepulciano d\u2019Abruzzo DOC Riserva 2017<\/b><\/p>\n
This is the powerful wine you’d expect paired with steak.\u00a0 Deep Ruby color, with black cherry and spices on those nose. Plush, velvet with smokey oak.\u00a0 Very tannic, almost chewy.\u00a0 A young wine with lots of room to evolve over the years<\/p>\n
<\/p>\nPinola Al Cioccolato: Chocolate Genovese, Semi-sweet Ganache, Milk chocolate crema, Pine nut gelato<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nChoice of Dessert<\/span><\/p>\nPinola Al Cioccolato<\/span><\/h3>\nChocolate Genovese, Semi-sweet Ganache, Milk chocolate crema, Pine nut gelato<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\nCheese Course: Aged parmesan, Candied pecans, Honey, Fig spread<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n <\/p>\n
Cheese Course<\/p>\n
Aged parmesan, Candied pecans, Honey, Fig spread<\/p>\n
Wine: Chateau de Garbes \u201cCuvee Fut de chene\u201d AOC Cadillac 2019<\/b><\/p>\n
Shimmering golden color. The nose has fruit with slightly woody aroma. Refreshing honeyed notes of candied fruit.<\/p>\n
Wine: Chateau Loupiac-Gaudiel 2017<\/b><\/p>\n
Pale yellow in the glass.\u00a0 Apricot and peach on the nose.\u00a0 Very well-balanced with nuances of saffron, chive and ginger.\u00a0 The ginger brings a slight bitter ending that makes for a brisk palette cleanser.<\/p>\n
Italian Wines from Charming Taste of Europe<\/h3>\n <\/p>\n
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