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Taste of Northern Italy

  • Echelon Wine Bar 32 South King Street Leesburg, VA, 20175 United States (map)

It is a common misconception that Italian cuisine is entirely about pizza, rice, and pasta. And the proof of this definitely lies in the wonderfully-rich gastronomic repertoire of the northern Italian regions: Liguria, Emilia-Romagna, Piemonte, Val d’Aosta, Lombardy, Trentino-Alto Adige, Veneto, and Friuli-Venezia Giulia.

Due to the colder and more rigid climate compared to the sun-drenched South, dishes in the northern regions tend to be richer and heartier, privileging slow brazing and stewing techniques over frying and boiling; tomato sauces and olive oil are replaced by stock or wine and butter; and the quintessential Mediterranean herbs such as basil and oregano are replaced by sage and rosemary.

Dinner includes four-course pairing brought to you by our Executive Chef, Christian Evans, with four wines selected by our Sommelier, Aimee Henkle, from the region. Please note: 21 and older only. Pre-paid reservations. Pricing includes wine & food. 20% gratuity is applied.

Click Here to Make a Reservation - $125 per person
Note: Pricing includes food & wine pairing. 20% gratuity added to all parties

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TO BEGIN
Cesarini Sforza Brut Trentodoc N/V

FIRST COURSE
Ribollita
Breadcrumbs, Parmesan, Thyme
Paired with Farina Valpolicella Classico 2021

Mushroom Ragu and Wild Boar
Wilted Greens, Polenta
Paired with Andriano Pinot Nero 2021

Piemontese Braised Short Rib
Barolo Au Jus, EVOO Whipped Potatoes
Paired with Damilano Barolo Lecinquevigne 2018

Tiramisu
Nutella, Coco
Paired with Col dei Venti Moscato d'Asti DOCG

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