The Tarantola family boasts a deep and unconditional passion for the world of wine, reflected in the meticulous care with which the wine list of their restaurant is managed. Vittorio Tarantola, patron and exceptional sommelier, is the guardian of this unique selection, the result of tireless research spanning the best local and international labels.
The wine list, a mosaic of stories
The Tarantola family nurtures a profound passion for wine and labels from around the world, without exceptions. This passion is reflected in the meticulous care with which the wine list of the Ristorante Tarantola di Appiano Gentile (CO), resulting from research that focuses on local producers, rarity, and excellence. Particular attention is reserved for international reserves and selected champagnes, always with a special eye towards small producers, true custodians of tradition and craftsmanship.
Wines from local producers: a journey through excellence and tradition
Vittorio Tarantola also offers wines from local producers, true niches of excellence. Among these stand out the Cantine Angelinetta of Domaso and the labels of Claudia Crippa from La Costa in La Valletta Brianza. With delicacy and professionalism, Vittorio presents to guests the extraordinary collection of bottles, carefully selected for excellent pairings. At the end of the food and wine proposal, it is almost mandatory to explore the cellar, which boasts a collection of over a thousand labels from all over the world, offering a wide range of white, red, and rosé wines. Each bottle is an invitation to a journey of emotions and flavors, a tour through authentic Italy, the true great homeland of wine.
The latest wine news for autumn: wines of excellence
With the arrival of September, the Ristorante Tarantola opens a new oenological chapter, presenting a selection of labels that capture the colors and flavors of autumn. Among the proposals on the list are wines that make the pairings with dishes unique.
Daparlu Nebbiolo Ronchi Varesini 2022
Produced by the farm Sfuia Verz, the Daparlu Nebbiolo Ronchi Varesini 2022 is made from three clones of Nebbiolo: Michet, Picotener, and Cobianco. After careful selection of the grapes in the vineyard, the wine is vinified and aged in steel with spontaneous fermentation, then further aged for nine months in the bottle. With a limited production of only 2,600 bottles, this wine represents a rare gem.
Animante Franciacorta DOCG
The Animante Franciacorta DOCG represents the essence of the Barone Pizziniestate, a pioneer of organic viticulture in Franciacorta. With its zero dosage, this organic Franciacorta offers floral notes, citrus, and acacia honey, with a savory finish and delicate creaminess.
Champagne Gustave Goussard Brut Tradition
This Champagne, expression of Pinot Noir, is born in the Côte des Bar region. Thanks to a skillful blend of different vintages, with 30% reserve wines, it offers a bouquet of quince and yellow fruits, accompanied by an enveloping effervescence and a balanced structure. A refined pleasure ideal for moments of great elegance.
Terlaner 2022 Cantina Leya Weingut
This wine from South Tyrol is obtained through precise manual processes that respect the natural balance of the vineyard. The result is a vertical, bright, and mineral wine, capable of exciting the most demanding tasters.
Carricante Idda 2022
Produced on the southwest side of Etna, the Carricante Idda 2022 is the result of a project uniting the Gaja and Graci families. The wine offers scents of white flowers, almonds, and flint, with a fresh and savory profile, balanced by a pleasant acidity.
Mater Matuta 2017
This wine, from the Azienda Casale del Giglio, combines Syrah and Petit Verdot in a blend that delivers soft tannins and intense aromas of ripe fruit and spices. After aging for 22-24 months in barriques, the Mater Matuta offers a refined tannic texture and a fruity, persistent finish.
Bukkuram Sole d’Agosto Passito di Pantelleria DOC 2022
The Bukkuram Sole d’Agosto from the Marco De Bartoli estate is a passito made exclusively with Zibibbo grapes, grown in the Alberello style of Pantelleria. With a limited yield, this wine represents the excellence of Pantelleria’s winemaking tradition, a sweet and aromatic wine that delights the palate.
Signature cuisine, the perfect companion to wine
Alongside the exceptional wine selection, the Tarantola Restaurant offers signature cuisine distinguished by the excellence of its ingredients and the mastery in their preparation. Each dish is conceived to enhance the unique characteristics of the wines offered, creating memorable pairings.
The season’s protagonists: mushrooms
In particular, with the arrival of autumn, the menu at Tarantola Restaurant celebrates mushrooms, true stars of the season. The gourmet dishes, made with fresh, selected mushrooms, become the ideal companion for premium wines, transforming every meal into a refined and unforgettable culinary experience.
Elegance and sensory discovery
September at Tarantola Restaurant means elegance and sensory discovery. This month’s wine selection is an exclusive journey among prestigious labels and enological rarities, all chosen with the utmost care and passion by Vittorio Tarantola. Every bottle tells a story of distant lands and ancient traditions, encapsulated in a glass and ready to enchant.
The cellar, an invaluable treasure
The cellar at Tarantola Restaurant boasts a collection of over a thousand labels from around the world, offering a wide range of white, red, and rosé wines. Every bottle is an invitation to a whirlwind of emotions and flavors, a journey through the most authentic Italy, the true great homeland of wine.
The new autumn discoveries
With the arrival of September, Ristorante Tarantola opens a new oenological chapter, featuring a selection of labels that capture the colors and flavors of autumn. Among the offerings, stand out wines such as Daparlu Nebbiolo Ronchi Varesini, Animante Franciacorta DOCG, and Champagne Gustave Goussard Brut Tradition, all expertly paired with the gourmet dishes of the season.
A special place, unique in its kind
Ristorante Tarantola stands out as a unique place, where the passion for wine and signature cuisine blend into an unparalleled eno-gastronomic experience. Here, every sip and every bite become a celebration of luxury and great culinary art, where the pleasure of conviviality perfectly matches uncompromising quality.
The perfect alchemy of conviviality and wine culture
When Vittorio Tarantola enters the room, a perfect alchemy of conviviality and wine culture is created. With elegance and professionalism, he presents the labels, revealing the organoleptic properties that make each wine unique, turning a lunch or dinner into an exclusive journey into the world of wine. An experience that few restaurants can offer and that makes Ristorante Tarantola a special place, where the pleasure of the table is elevated to a level of absolute excellence. Here, every sip and every bite become a celebration of luxury and great culinary art, a sensory adventure that will be etched in the memory of those who live it.
