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Wednesday August 11th 2010 This event has concluded. |
| Where | Bimbo's 365 Club - 1025 Columbus St - San Francisco, CA, | | Map Link | Maps | | Time | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost | $30+ | | Buy Tickets/RSVP | TICKETS | | Organization Home | www.uncorkedevents.com/ | | Event Page Link | Event Page |
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| Event Description |
Italy vs France Showdown
THE MAGIC
If you've ever been to France or Italy, you know all about the magical feeling that washes over you as you enter their shores. The people, food, culture, nightlife, beaches and WINE of these two countries are unrivaled.
THE DRAMATIC SETTING
We are thrilled to bring the Uncorked community to the historic, beautiful and sexy Bimbo's 365 Club (est. 1931), providing the perfect backdrop for these wines of distinct history and quality. This stunning venue is conveniently located in North Beach - a perfect end to a days work with over 100 of the best wines from France and Italy.
THE ITALIAN WINE
On the Italian side you'll try a wealth of different styles from all over Italy including:
Barolo, Barbaresco, Barbera, Dolcetto, Arneis (Piedmont)
Brunello di Montalcino, Super Tuscan, Chianti, Vino Nobile (Tuscany)
Chardonnay, Ribolla Gialla, Tocai, Cabernet, Refosco (Friuli-Venezia)
Muller-Thurgau, Pinot Bianco, Lagrein, Lambrusco (Trentino-Alto Adige)
Amarone, Prosecco, Soave, Pinot Grigio (Veneto)
Orvieto, Sagratino di Montefalco (Umbria)
Greco di Tufo, Fiano di Avellino, Aglianico (Campania)
Primitivo (Apulia)
Nero d'Avola (Sicily)
THE FRENCH WINE
On The French side, you'll try an equal array of distinctive wines from all corners of France including:
Bordeaux Reds (Cabernet & Merlot Based Blends),
Bordeaux Whites (Sauvignon Blanc & Semillon)
Champagne (Chardonnay, Pinot Noir & Pinot Meunier Based Blends)
Red Burgundy (Pinot Noir), White Burgundy (Chardonnay)
Beaujolais (Gamay)
Rhone Reds: Chateauneuf0du-Pape, Gigondas, Cornas (Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre),
Rhone Valley Whites (Viognier, Rousanne, Marsanne, Grenache Blanc)
Loire Whites: Saviennieres, Vouvray (Chenin Blanc), Sancerre, Pouilly Fume (Sauvignon Blanc)
Loire Reds: Chinon (Cabernet Franc)
Alsatian Whites: Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris
Whites & Reds from Languedoc-Rousillon
Rose from Provence
THE SHOWDOWN
With so many wines to try, you'll get a pretty good sense for who you think has won this battle. And remember, in a showdown, there are no ties, you must pick a winner.
THE EXTRAS
A wide array of artisanal Italian and French cheeses, olives and cured meats from A.G. Ferrari will perfectly complement the wines, while DJ Sol will be spinning grooves on the city's most prolific and storied stages.
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Uncorked Events was created to bring the Bay Area the ultimate in wine lifestyle events. Whether you are learning to pair champagne with food in an intimate sit-down gathering, attending a Pinot Noir tasting at a new art gallery or at a majestic company party in the heart of Napa Valley, we provide the perfect wine event every time. Uncorked Events was founded on the notion that enjoying wine should always be fun, relaxed, social and educational - never stuffy or snooty! While wine is the focus of our events, we often incorporate gourmet food pairing, art, music and fashion. This seamless blend of sensory elements turns our wine events into truly memorable gatherings. |  | | | |
