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World Cup Wine: Italy vs. Spain!

admin — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 23:58:39 +0000

It’s Spain vs. Italy in Pizzeria Venti’s Wine Cup!

We will pour three Spanish wines and three Italian wines. All of our tasters will vote for their favorite wines. We won’t tell you which is which until you’ve voted.

Will the Italian wines win?!

In addition to six great wines, we’ll also serve heavy appetizers.

Pizzeria Venti’s Wine Cup
Date: Thursday, June 24, 7p.m.
Reservations required. Call 404-228-2013 or email us at atlanta@pizzeriaventi.com

$20 per person, includes heavy appetizers.

(Wine – $16, Appetizers – $4)

(This is the fifth in a series of World Cup-themed wine tastings — Italy won against Argentina in the first round, but lost a close match to Chile, and beat out Australia and France in the last two rounds.)

Wine Tasting: A World Cup Theme!

admin — Mon, 10 May 2010 21:02:09 +0000

It’s France vs. Italy in Pizzeria Venti’s Wine Cup!

We will pour three French wines and three Italian wines. All of our tasters will vote for their favorite wines. We won’t tell you which is which until you’ve voted.

Will the Italy wines win?!

In addition to six great wines, we’ll also serve heavy appetizers.

Pizzeria Venti’s Wine Cup
Date: Thursday, June 3, 7p.m.
Reservations required. Call 404-228-2013 or email us at atlanta@pizzeriaventi.com

$20 per person, includes heavy appetizers.

(Wine – $16, Appetizers – $4)

(This is the fourth in a series of World Cup-themed wine tastings — Italy won against Argentina in the first round, but lost a close match to Chile in March and beat out Australia in April.)

April Wine Tasting: World Cup Theme

admin — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 14:38:13 +0000

It’s Australia vs. Italy in Pizzeria Venti’s Wine Cup!

We will pour three Australian wines and three Italian wines. All of our tasters will vote for their favorite wines. We won’t tell you which is which until you’ve voted.

Will the Italy wines win?!

In addition to six great wines, we’ll also serve heavy appetizers.

Pizzeria Venti’s Wine Cup
Thursday, April 29, 7 p.m.
Reservations required. Call 404-228-2013 or email us at atlanta@pizzeriaventi.com

$20 per person, includes heavy appetizers.

(Wine – $16, Appetizers – $4)

(This is the third in a series of World Cup-themed wine tastings — Italy won against Argentina in the first round, but lost a close match to Chile in March. Our wine tastings are the last Thursday of each month.)

March Wine Tasting: World Cup Theme

admin — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 17:35:35 +0000

It’s Chile vs. Italy in Pizzeria Venti’s Wine Cup!

We will pour three Chilean wines and three Italian wines. All of our tasters will vote for their favorite wines. We won’t tell you which is which until you’ve voted.

Will the Italy wines win?!

In addition to six great wines, we’ll also serve heavy appetizers.

Pizzeria Venti’s Wine Cup
Thursday, March 25, 7 p.m.
Reservations required. Call 404-228-2013.

$20 per person, includes heavy appetizers.

(Wine – $16, Appetizers – $4)

(This is the second in a series of World Cup-themed wine tastings — Italy won against Argentina in the first round! Our wine tastings are the last Thursday of each month.)

“The World of Italian Wines”

admin — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 22:01:46 +0000

You are invited to our January 2010 Dinner & Wine Tasting

featuring

“The World of Italian Wines”

We will share wines that originated in Italy but are now made around the world.

We will serve

Oberbergen Pinot Grigio, Germany
paired with Caponata alla Siciliana

Arabella Pink Panacea, South Africa
paired with Shrimp Oreganata

Quattro Barbera, Argentina
paired with Gnoccata al Pomodoro

Castoro Zinfandel (cousin of Primitivo), California
paired with Crudo ai funghi

Prosecco! Celli Alti
paired with Gorgonzola cheese and Fresh Pears

Thursday, January 28, 7 p.m.

$20 per person, includes heavy appetizers.

Reservations required. Call Brian at 404-228-2013.

Thursday, Dec. 15th – Wine Tasting & Appetizers

admin — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 17:27:25 +0000

Sample a Selection of Five Italian Wines & Regional Appetizers
Thursday, December 10th, 7 p.m.

-Reservations required-
Call 404.228.2013, ask for Brian
Only $15 per person

Pizzeria Venti
2770 Lenox Road
Atlanta, GA 30324
404-228-2013

Wine Tasting & Appetizers – November 12

admin — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 03:07:01 +0000

Pizzeria Venti’s next wine tasting will be on Thursday, November 12, at 7 p.m.

We will be serving Macedonian wines & appetizers.

$15 per person.

Please call 404-228-2013 for reservations. Ask for Brian.

Pizzeria Venti is pleased to introduce you to local company Two Friends Imports, and their amazing Macedonian wines. To read more about this company, founded by Macedonian-and American-born partners,or to read about their wines, please visit http://www.twofriendsimports.com/

Pizzeria Venti
2770 Lenox Road, Atlanta, Georgia 30324
On Twitter @PVATL

An invitation to our August 27 Dinner & Wine Tasting

admin — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 19:35:00 +0000

Pizzeria Venti presents
A Series of Food and Wine pairings
from Five Select regions of Italy

Featured Region: Tuscany

Thursday, August 27, 2009
Antipasta reception begins at 7p.m.

Pizzeria Venti
2770 Lenox Road
Atlanta, GA 30324
Click here for directions.

$30 per person. Call 404- 228-2013 for reservations. Ask for Brian.

Antipasti e’ Pane:
Ciaccino — A golden crust wraps this true white pizza made with spinach and three kinds of cheese: ricotta, provolone & mozzarella

Fett’unta — This Tuscan version of bruschetta is made with toasted crusty bread, rubbed with garlic, & topped with ripe tomatoes then splashed with a bit extra virgin olive oil, salt & pepper

Rosato di Toscane

Assagio:
Cacciucco — A seafood soup in the Tuscan tradition of simplicity and flavor. Made with shrimp, mussels, calamari and fresh fish in a garlicky tomato broth

Orvieto Classico – Toscane

Entré:
Fagioli all’ Uccelletto — Broiled pork medallions in a savory mixture of cannellini beans made with a sage infused base of tomatoes and garlic

Ravioli di Formaggio con Burro e Salvia — A packet of pasta filled with ricotta cheese and served in a sultry butter and sage sauce

Vino Nobile – Toscane

Insalata:
Insalata mista — A fresh crisp salad made with fresh greens, tomatoes, red onions & shaved Pecorino di Toscana topped with Italian vinaigrette.

Vernaccia di Toscane

Il Dolci:
Cantucci — Tuscan-style biscotti Prezzi di Ciacolatta. A selection of Tuscan chocolates

Vin Santo

••Limited reservations available••
www.pizzeriaventi-atlanta.com

An invitation to our August 6 Dinner & Wine Tasting

admin — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 18:51:00 +0000

Pizzeria Venti presents
A Series of Food and Wine pairings
from Five Select regions of Italy

Featured Region: Sicily

Thursday, August 6, 2009
Antipasta reception begins at 7p.m.

Pizzeria Venti
2770 Lenox Road
Atlanta, GA 30324
Click here for directions.

$30 per person. Call 404- 228-2013 for reservations. Ask for Brian.

Menu
Antipasti e’ Pane:

Miscateddri — A flavorful combination of sweet Italian sausage and mild onions combine with black olives to create the perfect combination of golden brown crust and savory filling

Melanzane Sfincione —True Sicilian pizza made with eggplant, fresh oregano,
tomatoes and breadcrumbs

Villa Sandi Prosecco Il Fresco

Assagio:
Peperonata — Braised red peppers served with red onion, capers and Sicilian green olives

Nero D’ Avola, Sicilia

Entré:
Pollo origanato — Broiled Breast of chicken with fresh oregano and a touch of red pepper
served with lemon wedges

Maccheroni con sugo di salsicce -Tube pasta in red wine-infused
pomodoro sauce with mild Italian sausage, garlic and green peas

Donnafugata Anthilia (red), Sicilia

Insalata:
Insalata di finocchio ed arance — A fresh crisp salad made with fennel,
oranges, oil cures olives and parsley with a citrus vinaigrette.
(Served in the Italian tradition after the meal)

Donnafugata Sedara (white), Sicilia

Il Dolci:
Cannoli- Hand-made with fresh pistachio crumbles

Spumoni- The traditions of Sicily sing out in this classic gelato

Donnafugata Ben Rye, Sicilia

••Limited reservations available••
www.pizzeriaventi-atlanta.com

We’ve expanded our wine list!

admin — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 19:59:00 +0000

We’ve come across a number of great new wines through our wine tastings. Thanks to the feedback from our customers who participated in these tastings, we’ve decided to offer some of these wines every day. Our full wine list is below.

(And don’t forget we have 1/2-price bottles of wine on Tuesday evenings.)

Vino Rosso Bicchiere / Bottiglia
(Glass) / (Bottle)
Cycles Gladiator Pinot Noir 2006, California
Bright cherry and plum flavors with soft, velvety tannins. Pairs well with everything.

Coltibuono “Cetamura” Chianti 2006, Tuscany, Italy
Intense ruby color; cherries with notes of plums and orange peel, soft & balanced.

Badia a Coltibuono “R. Stucchi” Chianti Classico, Tuscany
The Grand Duke of Italian Reds. Classic richness with a touch of earth and smoke.

Cycles Gladiator Cabernet Sauvignon 2007, California
Ripe red fruits, predominately raspberry, and dark chocolate; soft finish.

Capestrano Montepulciano d’Abruzzo 2006, Abruzzo, Italy
Big, full, lush fruitiness; mouth filling. Begs for tomato sauce on pizza or pasta.

Cusumano Nero d’Avola 2007, Sicily, Italy
Medium bodied with explosive red fruit and remarkable depth.

Sabazio “La Braccesca Rosso di Montalcino 2006, Tuscany
Intense bouquet of mature fruits; well structured and very pleasing.

Antinori Santa Cristina 2006, Tuscany, Italy
A Super-Tuscan blend of Sangiovese and Merlot; berries with plums & cinnamon.

San Giovanni Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2003, Tuscany, Italy
Warmed black cherries with notes of cranberries and dried fruits. Big, rich and dry.

Dancing Chef 2007, Veneto, Italy
Berry and spice notes, soft with slight sweet finish. Pairs well with pizza and pastas.

Petraio Nero d’Avola 2007, Sicily, Italy
Beautiful aromas of licorice, blackberries and blueberries. Medium-bodied with long and
persistent finish.

Di San Marzano Malvasia 2004, Puglia, Italy
Thick ruby red, Intense and “persuasive” with notes of cherry and cloves. Full bodied with a pleasant impact that has a complex ending and striking freshness.

Vino Bianco Bicchiere / Bottiglia
(Glass) / (Bottle)

Villa del Borgo Pinot Grigio 2007, Grave del Friuli, Italy
Northern Italy produces a fuller style of Pinot Grigio. Medium-bodied with red and green apple, cream and almond flavors with a hint of melon.

Antinori Campogrande Orvieto 2007, Umbria, Italy
Fruity with notes of apple, citrus and pear; vibrant fruit with crisp finish. Soft up front and tangy in the finish with a light body.

Cycles Gladiator Chardonnay 2006, California
Lush tropical flavors of melon, banana and ripe pears with jasmine and wildflower nuances; hint of butter and toast. Medium-bodied and tempting to the palate.

Cantina del Taburno Falanghina, 2007 Campania, Italy
Crisp and fruity with notes of almond blossom, lemon and fresh nectarine. Perfect for light meals, appetizers, and just by the glass.

Frizzante

Adami Prosecco “Garbel” NV, Veneto, Italy
Italian Sparkling wine. Lovely, elegant scent of green apples, minerals and glazed almonds;
flavors of yellow cherries and white tropical fruits; soft, fine bubbles and a long finish. A charming wine for any celebration!

Dessert Wines

Saracco Moscato D’Asti, Castiglione Tinella, Italy
Beautiful aromoas of the grapes are enhanced by a crisp, nice acidity, a light frizziness and the sweetness of the natural residual sugar. The low alcohol content makes this a very easy,
pleasant wine to finish off a meal with dessert.