Tuesday, September 02, 2008

Wally's Seghesio Wine Dinner at Drago on Monday, October 20th, 2008

With Pete and Rachel Ann Seghesio


DRAGO RESTAURANT

2628 Wilshire Blvd.

Santa Monica, CA 90403

www.celestinodrago.com

The world may be going corporate, but on Monday, October 20th, 2008 the focus at Drago in Santa Monica will be on family! Wally's, Drago and Seghesio are each Family Owned businesses and we happily join forces to present a casual night of showcasing terrific wines and great food.


Seghesio Family Winery's General Manager Pete Seghesio will be accompanied by his mother Rachel Ann, the matriarch of the Seghesio clan. Founded in 1895, Seghesio's well earned fame for producing classic wines from old vines is certainly come by honestly. In addition to presenting an interesting cross section of their latest wines, the Seghesio's legendary homemade sausage also appears on the wonderful menu that Chef Celestino Drago has created for this special occasion. Please make your reservations soon to make sure you will be part of this extraordinary family affair: 310-475-0606 or 310-828-1585.

Reception

Ahi Tuna Tartar on Potato Chips, Crab Cakes, Orange Compote, Arancini, Crispy Parmesan

Wine: Seghesio 2007 Arneis


First Course

Seghesio Family Homemade Sausage, Polenta & Rapini, Fennel Seed sauce and Porcini Cavatelli

Wine: Seghesio 2006 Costeria Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast)


Main Course

Kobe Beef Short Ribs braised with red wine, Fregola Sarda and Vegetable Ragout

Wines: Seghesio 2006 Home Ranch Zinfandel, Seghesio 2006 Old Vine Zinfandel, Seghesio 2006 Cortina Zinfandel


Cheese Course

Assorted Italian Cheeses and Condiments

Wine: 2005 Seghesio Venom Sangiovese, 2005 Seghesio Omaggio


Dessert

Warm Orange Ricotta Cake, Strawberry Ice Cream and Biscotti

Coffee, Espresso or Cappuccino

$120.00 per person