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Chef Michael Chiarello has announced Settimana Del Tartufo Bianco di Alba from December 7-13, 2009, a weeklong truffle-infused celebration honoring Bottega’s first year in Yountville, Ca. Settimana Del Tartufo five-course truffle dinners begin on Monday, December 7 and continue through Sunday, December 13. Each night during Settimana Del Tartufo Chef Chiarello will create an innovative, truffle-themed tasting menu as well as a la carte truffle dishes with the option of a specially chosen Italian wine pairing. Bottega will also offer their regular menu throughout the week.
The highly prized Tartufo Bianco di Alba, or white truffles of Alba, are found in the countryside of northern Italy's Piedmont region in the late fall. Quite rare and regarded as the finest truffles in the world, they are coveted for their intense aroma and flavor.
In its first year, already Bottega has garnered local and national critical acclaim. The restaurant has quickly become a coveted reservation for diners who want to experience the bounty of Napa Valley through Chiarello's well-loved, bold yet refined Italian flavors. Says Chiarello, “Everyone on our team has worked so hard this year to make our restaurant a success. I also so appreciate all the support we’ve received in the community and I really want to say 'thank you'.”
Truffled Chestnut Vellutata
Deltetto, Spumante Brut, Piemonte
Crispy organic farm egg with Truffle and Tallegio fonduta, braised spinach and grilled brioche
2008 Vietti Roero Arneis, Piemonte
Sautéed San Pietro with Truffle and Fingerling potato puree
Warm frisee insalatina with Truffle vinaigrette
2007 la Scolca, Gavi di Gavi, ‘Black Label’, Piemonte
Howell Mountain Porcini Mushroom and Truffle Fettuccine
2006 Bruno Rocca, Barbera d’Alba, Piemonte
Tournedos Rossini alla Bottega
Piemontese filet mignon, Truffle Duck Liver paté, and Truffle Marsala jus
2004 Elio Altare, Barolo, La Morra, Piemonte
Blood Orange Tortino with meringue baci
2008 La Spinetta, Moscato d’Asti, Piemonte