Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas is hosting a Long Island Vineyard Wine Dinner at its location in The Gallery at Westbury Plaza on Thursday, February 19 at 7 p.m.
The evening will highlight Long Island’s fast-growing wine region, which is home to more than 30 wineries creating exceptional blends and single vineyard wine varietals on the island’s East End, while featuring wines from Wölffer Estate Vineyards and Lieb Cellars. Hosted by General Manager, Andrea Rossi, Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas will take guests on a culinary adventure celebrating local flavors, with wine pairings to match the carefully crafted menu by Executive Chef Ryan Keough. Guest speaker, Julia King, from Lieb Cellars will also share tasting notes to go along with the cuisine, which includes:
- TUNA CRUDO – Ahi tuna, house pickles, grilled lime, Canton liquor. Paired with a Lieb Blanc de Blancs NV.
- LOCAL BURRATA – Burrata, basil, pesto, tomato jam, baby greens, crostini. Paired with a 2012 Wölffer Chardonnay.
- SEARED ATLANTIC MACKEREL – Seared mackerel, persimmon fennel salad, parsley purée. Paired with a 2008 Lieb Merlot Reserve.
- BRAISED LAMB SHOULDER – In a cherry demi with charred pearl onions, candied chili and chives. Paired with a 2012 Wölffer Cabernet Franc.
- SALTED CARAMEL BUDINO – Topped with whipped cream and shaved chocolate. Paired with a 2012 Wölffer Diosa Late Harvest.
Tickets for the Long Island Vineyard Wine Dinner, which has limited seating, can be purchased in advance for a cost of $49/person by calling 516-228-5400. Guests are invited to enjoy a taste of Long Island in Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas’ open, sophisticated and relaxed environment.
For more information, visit www.SpuntinoWineBar.com or at Facebook.
