Italian wine lovers (and history buffs) won’t want to miss the next wine dinner at Bar Boulud on Saturday, February 24th. Sommelier David Bérubé invites special guest Giovanni Gaja, a fifth-generation vintner, to share his family’s wine making history dating back to 1859 and chat about the northwest Piedmont region. Up for discussion is nebbiolo, an Italian red wine grape variety, followed by a multi-course meal courtesy of chef Michael Denk. Dinner begins at 7:00pm and costs $175. Reserve your seats, peruse the menu below, and call 617.535.8800 for more information.

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Amuse-Bouche
Gaja, Ca’Marcanda, Vistamare, Tuscany, 2016
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Raviolo al Uovo
celery and parmesan crema, black truffle
Gaja, Ca’Marcanda, Promis, Bolgheri, 2015
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Herb Crusted Atlantic Halibut
grilled peppers, farro, preserved citrus spiced jus
Gaja, Ca’Marcanda, Magari, Bolgheri, 2015
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Black Angus Beef Duo
roasted tenderloin, braised short rib, balsamic glazed radicchio, hen-of-the-woods, bone marrow sauce
Gaja, Barolo, Dagromis, Piedmont, 2013
Gaja, Barbaresco, Piedmont, 2014
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Piemonte Cheese Selection
bra duro, formaggetta de cabra
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Mignardises