A Taste of Italy: Meet the Winemaker and Wine Pairing with Sassaia

Experience Italy in a glass at our Meet the Winemaker event with Sassaia Wine! 

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we bring the flavors of Italy to life and offer an exclusive chance to meet our good friends from Sassaia. Sample an exquisite selection of their Italian wines and enjoy perfectly paired hors d’oeuvres crafted by our own Executive Chef, Riccardo Rinaldi. Mingle with the winemaking duo, Ellen and Enrico de Alessandrini from Sassaia, alongside Williamsburg Winery CEO, Michael Weatherly and Cierra Weatherly. Discover the amazing stories behind their partnership, gain knowledge on each bottle of wine, and learn about the art of Italian winemaking.

Plus, we will have glasses and bottles of your favorite Sassaia wines available for purchase to enjoy during the event or take home and savor for later. Don’t miss this chance to taste, learn, and experience Italian wine in a whole new way. Reserve your spot today!

Wine Tasting Lineup:

• Gigi Spumante Brut - Paired with Tuscan Prosciutto Crudo & Dates
• Jacqueline Brut - Paired with Cured King Salmon, Mascarpone & Dill 
• Derthona - Paired with Caprese Stuffed Vine Ripened Cherry Tomato
• Piemonte Chardonnay - Paired with Crostini, Fresh Ricotta & Olives 
• Piemonte Dolcetto - Paired with Parsnip Soup, Black Garlic, Vanilla
• Monferrato Rosso - Paired with Sausage and Balsamic Reduction
• Monferrato Rosso “San Gio” - Paired with Polenta Bites, Taleggio Cream, Winter Black Truffle

Tickets are $30 (plus tax) and include a tasting of all 7 wines and paired bites. Additional wines by the glass and bottle will be available for purchase. Must be 21+. Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be issued 7 days before the event.

Host or Publisher The Williamsburg Winery