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Dinner with the Wines of Renato Ratti
. . . at PANZANELLA

with

Special Guest: Pietro Ratti



Dear Wine Associates:

We are pleased to invite members of The Wine Association to join us on Thursday, October 26, 2006, for a superb "Dinner with the Wines of Renato Ratti" at Panzanella Ristorante in Sherman Oaks.

RENATO RATTI WINERY, located in Piedmont, Italy, is famous for producing a wide range of outstanding world-class wines. It was founded in 1965 when Renato Ratti purchased a vineyard at La Morra in the famous production zone of Barolo. His first wine was Barolo Marcenasco, the first single-vineyard wine produced in the region. Ratti soon developed his own style of vinification with the aim of emphasizing the elegance, subtlety and longevity of the Nebbiolo grape. Today, the firm of Renato Ratti, is recognized as one of the finest producers of Barolo and other wines from the Langhe region.

Renato's son, PIETRO RATTI, now heads up the winery his father founded. His passion and commitment are evident in his winemaking philosophy - "First and foremost: lavish great care on the vines to obtain the best grapes possible. Then, respect those grapes in the cellar so as to achieve the best wine possible. Balance, elegance, refinement, complexity: these are the characteristics that I wish for my wines, from beginning to end. This is the philosophy passed on to me by my father and to which I abide every day, at every vineyard, for every vintage, on every wine." We are absolutely delighted that Pietro will be with us this evening to share two of his single-vineyard Barolos as well as several of his other excellent wines.

PANZANELLA RISTORANTE is located at the former home of Posto Ristorante where we held so many wonderful wine dinners over the years. Here Tanino Drago and his brothers Cologero and Giacomino have established one of the San Fernando Valley's finest dining destinations. CHEF TANINO is extremely pleased to welcome The Wine Association to Panzella to continue our tradition and he has created an exciting menu to complement the exciting Renato Ratti wines. This is certain to be a memorable evening.

WINES OF RENATO RATTI
PANZANELLA MENU
2005 I Cedri Villa Pattono Monferrato Bianco
2005 Barbera d'Alba Torriglione
2003 Villa Pattono Monferrato Rosso
2001 Barolo Marcenasco
2001 Barolo Rocche
Tuna Tartare
Arancini
Eggplant Stuffed with Roasted Tomatoes and Goat Cheese
Polenta with Shitake Mushrooms and Fontina Sauce
Risotto with Quail & Barolo Wine Sauce
Pappardella Pasta with Lamb Ragu
Veal Tenderloin Wrapped with Prosciutto,
Served with Mushroom Soufflé in a Black Truffle Sauce
- OR -
Chilean Sea Bass with Mashed Potatoes, Asparagus
and Black Truffle Sauce
Sorbetto Misti


The cost for this "DINNER WITH THE WINES OF RENATO RATTI . . . at PANZANELLA" is $95.00 each for the member and one guest, all inclusive. Space for this event is extremely limited. We encourage you to make your reservations promptly. Full payment must accompany your reservation. No tickets are issued; you will be notified if your reservation cannot be accepted. Cancellation deadline for full refund is October 24. For information, please call the DUKE OF BOURBON at 818-341-1234.
Date:Thursday, October 26 2006Location:PANZANELLA RISTORANTE
14928 VENTURA BOULEVARD
SHERMAN OAKS, CALIFORNIA
Time:7:00 P.M.
Please reserve _____ places at THE WINE ASSOCIATION's "DINNER WITH THE WINES OF RENATO RATTI . . . at PANZANELLA" on Thursday, October 26, 2006, at $95.00 per person for the member and guests. 
Choice of entreé (please indicate number of people per selection):     
____Veal Tenderloin    ____Chilean Seabass
We will be happy to accommodate special dietary requests.  Please call David at the Duke of Bourbon.

Name_________________________________________________      Enclosed is my check for:
Address______________________________________________      ___  $ 95.00 (1) Reservation
                                                           ___  $190.00 (2) Reservations
Telephone(s)_________________________________________      ___  Additional Reservations
If possible, I would like to be seated with                     @ $ 95.00 = $_________
Please make checks payable and mail to:
THE WINE ASSOCIATION, P.O. BOX 9201, CANOGA PARK, CA 91309




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