A French-Italian Duel: Burgundy vs Piedmont Dinner with Rody Hall

Event Description:
Join me and my special guest, Rody Hall from Ethereal Wines —renowned importer of exceptional wines from Piedmont—for an unforgettable evening celebrating the legendary Burgundy and Piedmont regions.

Let us take you on a journey across five exquisite courses, each expertly matched with rare back-vintage wines, from the storied Côte de Nuits to the rolling hills of Barolo and Barbaresco.

Chef Sebastien Cigalan has crafted a menu designed to elevate the cool-climate varietals of these iconic regions.

On Arrival

Salmon Blinis

Scallops with Lime Emulsion

2022 Delsignore Metodo Classico Rose 

1st Entrée

Green Asparagus with Truffle Vinaigrette

2022 Domaine Rene Bouvier Bourgogne Aligote Vielles Vignes 

2023 Erbalu Biancalus Erbaluce di Caluso 

2nd Entrée

Raviole with Mushroom and Foie Gras

2021 Domaine Jean Guiton Ladoix 1er Cru La Corvee

2021 Paitin Barbaresco Basarin 

Main course

Duck Magret with Cherry Sauce

2021 Monchiero Barolo Rocche di Castiglione 

2021 Domaine Joblot Givry 1er Cru L Empreinte Magnum 

Cheese

2022 Domaine Lienhardt Les Essards Cotes De Nuits Villages

Event Details:

• Date: Thursday, 20th November
• Venue: Restaurant Franco Belge
• Experience: Five-course menu with matched wines, exclusive pre-arrival tasting, expert insights from Rody Hall
• Theme: The history, diversity, and complementary nature of Burgundy and Piedmont

Don’t miss this unique celebration of French and Italian wine heritage.