Varanese Restaurant, located at 2106 Frankfort Avenue, will host the “Taste of Italy Wine Dinner” on Tuesday, June 7, with a reception at 6:30pm and dinner at 7:00pm.

The six-course dinner will feature the wines of Palm Bay International, and the special guest for the evening will be Ryan Oliver, Regional Director of Palm Bay International, who will be on hand to answer questions about the wines being served and their special attributes.

As one of North America’s premier names in imported fine wines and spirits, Palm Bay International has a long-established history of introducing authentic, distinctive treasures from the world’s premier growing regions to wine and spirits lovers across the U.S.

The cost of the dinner is $65 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (502) 899-9904 or emailing letsdine@varanese.com.

The menu will consist of:

First Course
Lunetta Prosecco
Grilled Middleneck Clams and Artichokes
With Cured Lemon and Chorizo Vinaigrette

Second Course
Alta Luna Pinot Grigio
Burrata Cheese with Sliced Vine Ripen Tomatoes and Red Onions
Topped with Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Balsamic Reduction and Fried Basil

Third Course
Rocca delle Macie Chianti Classico
House-Made Bucatini Pasta tossed with Basil Pesto and Sautéed Oyster Mushrooms
Topped with Snow Pea Tendrils

Fourth Course
Fonterutoli Chianti Classico
Crispy Porchetta Stuffed with Rapini, Goat Cheese and Butternut Squash
Topped with a Dried Fig Gastrique

Fifth Course
Col D’Orcia, Brunello Di Montalcino
Slow Braised Oxtail Bolognaise
Served over Crispy Gnocchi in a Truffle Cream Sauce

Sixth Course
Bottega Vinaia, Pinot Noir
Vanilla Panna Cotta topped with a Peach and Red Wine Jam
Served with a Dark Chocolate Biscotti