Wine enthusiasts from the Monmouth County NJ area were treated to very special wine tasting and lecture events when prominent wine makers Luca Speri, Dario Pieropan and Andrea Sottimano made a special appearance at Undici’s ‘meet and greet’ wine tasting events.

The meet and greet wine tasting events at Undici are complimentary and the April events featured tastings of two outstanding wines from each producer, as well as the opportunity to purchase these wines in bottles that have been signed by the producer.  In a dimly lit setting in front of Undici’s cozy fireplace, guests of the meet and greet events were also treated to intimate conversations with the three famed wine makers on 2 separate occasions in April. 

Victor Rallo with Italian winemaker Dario Pieropan

The Accademia del Vino classes, also offered at Undici, offer guests a comprehensive wine tasting experience where they can taste outstanding wine, learn about the culture from which it is derived, and taste authentic Italian cuisine.  Guests are immersed in the background of each wine, understanding more about the region of Italy/winery that they were produced in.  An authentic Italian entrée which is specifically paired to compliment each wine is served while the wine is being tasted.  The classes, which cost $39.00 plus tax and 10% gratuity, are offered throughout the year.  

Learn more about Undici’s Accademia del Vino classes.

Undici has long been hailed for their intriguing and impeccable menu of Italian wine.  Most recently, the famed Italian restaurant announced that they had been selected to receive the Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence.  Only 15 restaurants in NJ received this special ‘2 glass’ rated award.  In order to qualify, restaurants must have a minimum of 400 labels as well as regional coverage of Italian wines and regions.

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Undici restaurant in Red Bank is not only a fantastic place to enjoy dinner and wine, but we also offer a high-end selection of wines for purchase and we are dedicated to promoting and spreading the culture and knowledge of wine.  By offering wine tastings and classes, we hope to bring together wine enthusiasts to celebrate and learn more about wine culture.

The lecture and seminar series being offered by Undici, called Accademia del Vino, was developed to bring together NJ wine enthusiasts and aspring connoisseurs.  Victor Rallo, owner of Undici, states that “These events are part of our ongoing quest to bring our passion and knowledge of Italian wine, cuisine, and culture to the consumer.”

The Accademia del Vino classes consist of three main parts:  a dinner, lecture and wine tasting.  The classes, which cost $39.00 plus tax and 10% gratuity, are offered throughout the year.  

Along with our calendar of wine tastings, classes and seminars, Undici also will be offering a complimentary “Meet and Greet” with renowned Piermonte Italian winemaker, Andrea Sottimano on April 1st, 2010.  With a cozy setting in front of the fireplace, Sottimano, who’s been praised by The Wine Advocate, will be answering questions and talking about the world of wine producing from 7pm – 9pm. 

Learn more about Andrea Sottimano and the April 1st Wine event.

Undici is well noted for our intriguing and impeccable menu of Italian wine.  Most recently, we were selected to receive the Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence.  Only 15 restaurants in NJ received this special ‘2 glass’ rated award.  In order to qualify, restaurants must have a minimum of 400 labels as well as regional coverage of Italian wines and regions.

See the full menu of Italian wines at Undici Restaurant in NJ.