The fine dining Italian restaurant Gustoso@Parkroyal Penang, put out a grand wine dinner menu for a select group of enthusiasts.
Nothing was left to chance as the deco on the tables saw fresh grapes, apples and other decorative items to make guests feel comfy.
Added on to this was the fine range of Italian wine namely from the Ricasoli range which is from the Chianti Classico area with its gentle hills, velvety valleys and thick woodlands of oaks and chestnuts.
Guests were feted to a selection of red and white wine namely Albia Rose Toscana IGT 2021, Torricella Chardonnay 2020, Brolio chianti Classico DOCG 2020, Antico Feudo della Trappolo Toscana IGT 2020 and Casalferro IGT 2018.
Present to explain in detail on the wine selection was Diego Sebastian Todone who is the regional sales manager, Southeast Asia for the brand.
As guests enjoyed the good company and atmosphere, they were served with a fine dinner with starters like smoked bluefin tuna tataki, followed by a selection of cured meat, vegetables, olives, bruschetto, caprese salad, Italian cheese & smoked salmon bruschetta with basil.
This was followed by a fine lobster & mixed seafood soup Sardinia style. The mains offered choices of Angus beef tenderloin with butter spinach, balsamic onions, garlic, mashed potatoes, and mushroom sauce. or the baked fillet of salmon in rich tomato sauce or the braised lamb shank with Amarone wine sauce with mashed potatoes.
The fine evening was organised by Asiaeuro Wines and Spirits headed by their Northern Region general manager, William Chong and his team.
They also promised more fine wine dinner gatherings in the near future, so stay tuned.