La Dolce Vita Dinner: Wines of Piedmont Italy
26
Mar 2026

La Dolce Vita Dinner: Wines of Piedmont Italy

A six-wine journey with a four-course Italian meal

26
Mar 2026

La Dolce Vita Dinner: Wines of Piedmont Italy

A six-wine journey with a four-course Italian meal

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Type Local Tasting
Location Rafele Ristorante
29 A 7th Ave South
New York, NY 10014
Tags barbaresco / fine dining / food and wine / food pairing / italian wine / italy / nebbiolo / piedmont / wine pairing
Schedule
26
Mar 2026
  • Welcome Aperitivo 26 Mar, 6:30 - 7:00 pm
  • Wine Dinner 26 Mar, 7:00 - 9:00 pm
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Overview

Join Crush Wine Experiences for an immersive VIP wine dinner at Rafele, one of NYC’s beloved Italian restaurants, with Italian wine exoert Pietro Romani. The evening will showcase six exceptional wines from Italy’s Piedmont region—renowned for Barbera and Nebbiolo—paired with a four-course menu crafted by Rafele’s chefs (see below). From crisp whites and vibrant rosé to structured reds and Piedmont’s noble expressions, each pairing highlights the connection between the wines and seasonal Italian cuisine. It will be an evening of discovery, fine dining, and authentic Italian hospitality. This event is 21+ and limited tickets are available.
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Speaker: Pietro Romani

  • Pietro Romani runs a premier New York City-based wine firm specializing in the import and distribution of select fine wines, primarily from Italy.
  • Born and raised in the Veneto region of Italy, Pietro has extensive expertise in wine importing and distribution
  • Over the years, he has developed an uncanny knack for identifying hidden gems and hard-to-find selections. He can find that $25 bottle that drinks like a $75 bottle.
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Rafele Ristorante

  • In the historic West Village of New York City, Rafele delivers authentic Neapolitan flavors to the Big Apple. 12 years ago, Raffaele Ronca and Romeo Palmisano, a longtime friend and fellow native of Naples, began discussing the possibility of one day opening their own restaurant.
  • Working together with a unified vision they planned every detail, from the eclectic menu of regional Neapolitan favorites and fresh daily made pastas, to various meat dishes, fresh delights from the sea and a renowned wine list.
  • The result of their hard work was realized in the summer of 2012 with the opening of their debut restaurant, Rafele.
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First Course

WINES

  • Gavi di Gavi Il Rocchin 2024
  • Dolcetto Rose Diego Pressenda 2024

MENU

  • Insalata del mercato: Mixed greens, onion, tomato, radish, lemon dressing
  • Fried calamari: Lightly fried squid. Marinara sauce
  • Polpettine carroza: Veal and beef meatballs baked with mozzarella
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Second Course

WINES

  • Barbera D’Asti Marchese Incisa Della Rochetta Valmorena 2023
  • Barbera D’Alba Bussa Soprano 2012

PASTA

  • Paccheri Amatriciana, Pork cheek, tomato sauce, pecorino cheese
  • Linguini pomodoro, House tomato sauce, garlic, basil
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Third Course

WINES

  • Nebbiolo Bussa Soprano 2020
  • Barbaresco Bussa Soprano 2017

ENTREES

  • Branzino: Grilled sea bass, Italian herbs, white wine, lemon
  • Maiale: Pan-seared pork chop, white wine sauce

SIDES PER LA TAVOLA

  • Sautéed spinach
  • Roasted potatoes
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Fourth Course

DESSERTS

  • Tiramisu
  • Cheesecake
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