Thursday 21st May | 6:45pm - 8:15pm
Join us for an insightful and engaging wine dinner as we explore Italian grape varieties expressed in both their native regions and in Australia. This thoughtfully curated evening will highlight how differences in climate, soil, and winemaking philosophy shape the character of each wine.
Guiding the experience is Sam Scott of La Prova, who will share his expertise on Italian varietals and their evolution within the Adelaide Hills, alongside Chris Newton-Smith of Vinify, offering perspective on their Old-World counterparts. Together, they will provide a deeper understanding of how terroir and regional conditions influence style, structure, and flavour.
Curated by Head Chef Nick Bergin, the menu will complement and elevate each pairing, creating a harmonious dialogue between food and wine.
Five-course menu with paired wines:
To start - Pumpkin and pecorino arancini, rosemary, honey // La Prova Prosecco 2025
Small - Sourdough, olive oil // Seafood crudo, tonnato salsa, capers, lemon oil // La Prova Pinot Grigio 2025 // Montevento Pinot Grigio 2024
Pasta - Ricotta gnocchi, mushroom ragu, spinach puree // La Prova Sangiovese 2024 // Pandolfa Sangiovese 'Federico' 2023
Main - Beef short rib saltimbocca, polenta, white wine, sage // Salad // La Prova Nebbiolo 2024 // Bera Langhe Nebbiolo 'Alladio' 2022
Sweet - Espresso millefoglie // Amaro
Policy for all events are outlined below:
Event Changes: If unforeseen circumstances require us to change or cancel an event, Mercato will happily reimburse the full cost of your ticket.
Cancellations: 7 days or more from event: Mercato will provide store credit equivalent to the full cost of your ticket for cancellations that occur from the time you purchase your ticket up to 7 days before the event.
Within 7 days of event: Event bookings cancelled within 7 days of the event date are strictly non-refundable.
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