(10/21/2011)
Tucked away in the northwestern corner of Italy is the province of Piedmont, renowned the world over for its range of Piemonte wines. Using Nebbiolo grapes this region produces Barolo and Barbaresco wines, which have been described by it fans as “drinking velvet.” Other varietals from this region include are Barbera and Dolcetto. Moscato grapes grown in this region produce the sparkling Asti, while Brachetto grapes are employed to make sparkling and sweet wines.
Nestled in this region, the Pio Cesare winery, was founded in 1881 by Cesare Pio. A pioneering wine producer in an area synonymous with the art of making fine wine, Cesare Pio was an adamant proponent of Barolo, Barbaresco, Barbera and in the other great wines of Piemonte.
Centered near the city of Alba, the Pio Cesare winery owns more than 50 hectares of vineyards, located in the most highly rated and better-exposed areas.
On Friday, October 28, 2011, AYANA Resort and Spa Bali will host another memorable wine evening featuring the wines of the historic Pio Cesare winery. Limited seats are available for a sumptuous five-course menu prepared by Dava’s new Chef de Cuisine, Jusman So.
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Sformato ai porcini con porri e crema di Taleggio
Aromatic herbs and porcini timbale, braised leek, Taleggio cheese fondue
Gavi DOCG 2009
Tasting Notes: Ripe fruit with freshness and a clean spicy fragrance, good complex flavour, smooth, silky, rich and slightly aromatic, meant to be consumed young but it can age in the bottle up to 3 years.
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Zuppa di ceci con pancetta fresca e fegato d’oca
Chickpeas soup, sweet bacon and pan roasted foie gras
Dolcetto D’Alba DOC 2009
Tasting Notes: Fresh, fruity, fragrant with body and structure, spicy, ripe fruit and roundness.
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Agnolotti di formaggio e tartufo d’inverno
Cheese agnolotti and butter-winter truffle sauce
Barbaresco DOCG 2004
Tasting Notes: A very classic Barbaresco, elegant with ripe and spicy fruit, great depth and complexity. The mild and ripe tannins provide this wine with gentleness and finesse, but also strength and opulence. Very long ageing potential
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Lombo di cervo al forno con polenta e sugo di cottura
Slow roasted venison loin, corn polenta and natural jus
Barolo Ornato DOCG 2005
Tasting Notes: A classic Barolo. Excellent structure and harmony, mild tannins and balanced fruit. It is immediately approachable, but it has a very long ageing potential.
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Crostata di cioccolato e Nutella con zabaione
Chocolate and hazelnut Nutella tart with sabayon
Moscato d’Asti DOCG 2009
Tasting Notes: A semi-sweet wine, with flavors of honey, rich ripe fruit, aromatic on the palate, along with a frizzante finish. The nose is fresh. This wine is produced in very limited production.
The evening gets underway at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, October 28, 2011 at the
Dava Restaurant of the
AYANA Resort and Spa Bali.
The cost for the five-course menu and wine pairing is Rp. 1.4 million (US$155) per person.
Reservations are a must. For more information or bookings [
email AYANA Pio Cesare Wine Night]
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