Rustica Fresh Italian Kitchen

Name: Rustica Fresh Italian Kitchen
Address: 2574 Camino Entrada, Santa Fe, NM, United States, 87507-4851
Telephone: (505) 780-5279
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3

445 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

24 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 23 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for groups
Vegetarian-friendly

Our menu features everyone’s favorite Italian dishes. The pasta is made in-house and all ingredients are carefully sourced. Whether you are celebrating a special occasion or just want to grab a quick bite to eat, Rustica will satisfy your senses on every level. Come enjoy one of our signature drinks for Happy Hour on our covered and heated patio.
We leave a select amount of tables available for walk-ins each evening.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Sicilian
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–4:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(505) 780-5279
Website
https://rusticasantafe.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Chef Pablo Sanchez

Location
2574 Camino Entrada, Santa Fe, NM 87507-4851
Area
Santa Fe
Parking details
Private Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Bread BasketUSD 3.00
Focaccia & Olive Bread with Rosemary Garlic Infused Oil
Garlic BreadUSD 8.00
Butter, Parmesan, Mozzarella, Roasted Garlic, Red Sauce
MeatballsUSD 10.00
Beef and Heritage Pork, Red Sauce, Pecorino Romano, Grilled Bread
AranciniUSD 10.00
Crispy Fried Rice Balls, Fresh Mozzarella, Red Sauce
BurrataUSD 12.00
Pistachio and Basil Pesto, Sweety Drops, Crispy Prosciutto, Crostini
Eggplant TimbaleUSD 12.00
Warm Feta Center, Red Sauce, Gluten Free Flatbread
Crispy CalamariUSD 12.00
Pepperoncini, Red Sauce, Lemon Aioli
Golden Beet and PearUSD 13.00
Labneh, Pistachio, Mint, Balsamic
Beef CarpaccioUSD 16.00
Anchovy Aioli, Freeze Dried Corn, Capers, Micro Greens, Shaved Parmesan, Crostini

Salads

Add Protein: All Natural Grilled Chicken Breast $6, Grilled Atlantic Salmon (4oz) $8, (7oz) $11

HouseUSD 5.00
Mixed Greens, Cucumber, Heirloom Cherry Tomato, Red onion, Carrot, Radish, Rosemary Croutons, Served with Balsamic or Roasted Garlic Ranch
Rustica CaesarUSD 6.00
Romaine, Parmigiano Reggiano, Heirloom Cherry Tomato, Rosemary Croutons, Pesto Caesar
Butternut Squash and ArugulaUSD 7.00
Pomegranate, Pistachio, Feta, Date and Whole Grain Mustard Vinaigrette
Farro and Artichoke SaladUSD 9.00
Marinated Artichoke, Mixed Greens, Red Onion, Feta Cheese, Cherry Tomato, Basil Pistachio Vinaigrette, Crostini

Pizza

All pizzas 10 inches. Substitute gluten free crust for $2

MargheritaUSD 11.00
Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, Olive Oil, Red Sauce
PepperoniUSD 12.00
Fresh Mozzarella, Pepperoni, Red Sauce
Ranch HouseUSD 12.00
Provolone, Sharp Cheddar, Pulled Pork, Red Onion, Jalapeño, Ranch House Barbecue Sauce
RusticaUSD 12.00
Olive Oil, Garlic, Ricotta, Fresh Mozzarella, Gorgonzola, Pecorino Romano, Red Onion, Prosciutto, Calabrian Chile Honey
Butternut Squash and Goat CheeseUSD 13.00
Roasted Garlic Puree, Fresh Mozzarella, Red Onion, Arugula, Balsamic
BurrataUSD 15.00
Grilled Chicken, Red Onion, Sundried Tomato, Pistachio Basil Pesto, Pecorino Romano

Pasta

Substitute Gluten Free Fettuccini for $2. Add Grilled Sage Bake House Bread for $1

Cavatelli Primavera*USD 17.00
Housemade Pasta, Parmesan Pesto Cream Sauce, Veggies
Wild Mushroom RavioliUSD 17.00
Creamy Goat Cheese Sauce, Cremini Mushroom, Truffle Oil
Bucatini al AmatricianiUSD 18.00
Housemade Pasta, Guanciale, Red Pepper Flakes, Tomato, Toasted Breadcrumbs, Pecorino Romano
Pappardelle BologneseUSD 18.00
Housemade Pasta, Traditional With Pork & Beef, Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino Romano
Shrimp PicattaUSD 18.00
Housemade Spaghetti, Butter, Garlic, Capers, White Wine, Tomato, Lemon
Lasagna*USD 18.00
Parmesan Beschamel, Bolognese
Pasta alla VodkaUSD 19.00
Creste Di Gallo, Grilled Chicken, Broccolini, Parmesan, Pecorino Romano

Mains

Chicken MarsalaUSD 19.00
All Natural Chicken Breast, Marsala Wine, Chicken Demi, Mushrooms, Goat Cheese Polenta, Broccolini
Chicken Parmesan*USD 19.00
All-natural Chicken Breast, Red Sauce, Provolone, Rigatoni Alla Vodka
Pork MilaneseUSD 20.00
Crispy and Crunchy Pork Cutlet, Apple Agrodolce, Fresh Arugula, Julienne Apple, Red Onion, Shaved Parmesan, Balsamic, Calabrian Chile Aioli
Grilled Atlantic Salmon*USD 24.00
Limoncello Crusted, Gigante Bean Ragu
Crispy Skin BranzinoUSD 24.00
Salsa Verde, Crispy Garlic Potatoes, Oven Roasted Tomatoes, Broccolini
Red Wine Braised Chuck RoastUSD 25.00
Veal Demi, Soft Goat Cheese Polenta, Pearl Onions

Sides

All $6

Soft Goat Cheese Polenta
Creamy Vegetable Farro
Broccolini with Lemon, Garlic and Butter
Crispy Garlic Potatoes

Sparkling / White / Rosé

Clos du Bois Sauvignon Blanc, 2019, CA
Lemongrass & Grapefruit
- GlassUSD 9.00
- BottleUSD 26.00
Château St. Michelle Chardonnay, 2019, WA
Creamy, Vanilla, Soft Oak
- GlassUSD 8.00
- BottleUSD 23.00
La Giana Pinot Grigio, 2020 Friuli Venezia, Italy
Fruit Driven with Nice Body
- GlassUSD 8.00
- BottleUSD 27.00
Cantina Ostro Prosecco Brut NV D.O.C. Friuli Prata di Pordenone, Italy
Ripe Peaches & Flowers
- GlassUSD 10.00
- BottleUSD 30.00
Gerard Bertrand Cote De Roses Rose , 2022, Languedoc, France
Summer Fruits, Floral Notes
- GlassUSD 8.00
- BottleUSD 27.00
Castello del Poggio Moscato, Italy
Fresh, Crisp, Floral
- GlassUSD 10.00
- BottleUSD 30.00
Tentua San Lorenzo Gavi, 2020 Piedmont, Italy**
Dry, Light, Crisp
- GlassUSD 11.00
- BottleUSD 33.00
Sonoma Cutrer Russian River Chardonnay, 2020, Sonoma, CA**
Zesty Lemon & Green Apple
- GlassUSD 13.00
- BottleUSD 35.00
La Colonne Vermentino 2019, Costa Toscana, Italy**
Citrus, Flowers, Herbs
- GlassUSD 14.00
- BottleUSD 36.00
Ruffino Prosecco Rosé, Veneto, ItalyUSD 23.00
Fresh, Strawberry, Rose Petals
Chateau St. Michelle Riesling Columbia Valley, WashingtonUSD 23.00
Crisp acidity, Peach, Honey
Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc 2020, Marlboro, NZUSD 30.00
Exuberant, Tropical, Citrus, Floral
Deusa Nai Marques de Caceres, Albariño 2020, Rias Baixas, SpainUSD 30.00
Vibrant, Citrus, Green Apple
Gruet Blanc de Noirs Brut, NMUSD 33.00
Creamy, Granny Smith Apple, Hazelnut, Pear
Peiropan Soave Classico 2019 Veneto ItalyUSD 36.00
Juicy Grapefruit, Lemon Drop, White Peach
Duckhorn Sauvignon Blanc, 2022 Napa CA
Pineapple, Lemon, Subtle Minerality

Red

Ecco Domani Merlot, 2018, Sicily
Plum & Black Cherry
- GlassUSD 8.00
- BottleUSD 23.00
Ely Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvingon, 2018, CA
Blueberry, Blackberry, Dusty Tannins
- GlassUSD 10.00
- BottleUSD 30.00
Elouan Pinot Noir, 2018, OR
Bing Cherry, Cocoa, Candied Cranberry
- GlassUSD 11.00
- BottleUSD 33.00
Banfi Chianti Classico, 2019, Tuscany, Italy
Cherry & Leather
- GlassUSD 11.00
- BottleUSD 33.00
Lenotti Valpolicella Ripasso 2016, D.O.C. Veneto, Italy**
Light with a Touch of Sweetness
- GlassUSD 15.00
- BottleUSD 45.00
Michele Chiarlo II Principe Nebbiolo 2018, Piemonte, Italy**
Plums, Violets, Blueberry
- GlassUSD 15.00
- BottleUSD 45.00
Pine Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Napa CA**
Texture, Balance, Silky Tannins
- GlassUSD 20.00
- BottleUSD 60.00
Frescobaldi Remole Rosso, 2019, Tuscany, ItalyUSD 24.00
Intense, Soft, Fruity
Masciarelli Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2017, ItalyUSD 27.00
Rich & Ripe Dark Cherry Fruit, Smokey Notes
G.D. Vajra Langhe Rosso, 2020, D.O.C. Piedmont, ItalyUSD 30.00
Certified Organic, Complex, Fruity
Mauro Molino Barbera d'Alba, 2020 D.O.C. Piedmont, ItalyUSD 34.00
Fruit Forward & Soft Tannins
Mauro Molino Langhe Nebbiolo 2020, Peidmont, ItalyUSD 42.00
Elegant, Hints of Rose and Violet
Hahn SLH Estate Pinot Noir, 2019, Monterey County, CaliforniaUSD 48.00
Ripe Berry & Gentle Tannins
Fortulla Rosso Toscano, 2014, I.G.T. Tuscany, ItalyUSD 50.00
Big, Bold, Spicy
Paolo Scavino Barolo 2017, D.O.C. Piedmont, ItalyUSD 70.00
Fresh & Elegant

Specialty Drinks

Aperol SpritzUSD 8.00
Aperol, Prosecco, Soda Water, Fresh Orange
Rosemary Gin and TonicUSD 9.00
Local Lock & Pick Gin, Rosemary, Fever Tree Tonic, Lemon, Cucumber
Amaretto Cherry SourUSD 10.00
Amaretto, Luxardo Cherry Liqueur, Fresh Lime, Egg white, Soda Water
Wayward Espresso MartiniUSD 12.00
Wayward Sons Vodka, St. George Nola Coffee Liqueur, Cold Brew Espresso
BoulevardierUSD 12.00
1792 Bourbon, Poli Gran Bassano Rosso, Campari
The Rustica MargaritaUSD 12.00
Tres Agaves Blanco, House Made Limoncello, Sfumato Rabarbaro, Fresh Lemon, Fresh Lime, Fresh Strawberry Puree
Black ManhattanUSD 12.00
Elijah Craig Straight Rye, Amaro Averna, Cocoa Bitters, Orange Bitters, Amarena Cherry
LimoncelloUSD 7.00
Housemade with Organic Meyer Lemons

Beer & Cider

Bud LightUSD 5.00
Budweiser ZeroUSD 5.00
PeroniUSD 6.00
Steele Bender KolschUSD 6.00
SFBC Pale AleUSD 6.00
Sierra Blanca Brown AleUSD 6.00
Tractor CiderUSD 7.00
Tractor Blood Orange Cider
- 16 ozUSD 7.00

Beers on Tap

16 oz - $6

Beer Creek Cream Ale
SFBC Pepe Loco
Second Street 2920 IPA
Marble Double White

What 445 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.1Service
4.1Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New Mexico
Child-friendly
New Mexico
Italian
Santa Fe / Mountains
Good for groups
Santa Fe / Mountains
Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rustica Fresh Italian Kitchen is a charming Southern Italian eatery that delights with "delicious homemade pasta" and "high-quality ingredients" at great prices. The "excellent service" is frequently praised, with standout waitstaff such as Enrique and Sarah. It's a "neighborhood favorite" offering a cozy atmosphere, lovely patio dining, and a menu that impresses locals and visitors alike.

445 Reviews

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Kaycee
Richmond
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
It took around 15 minutes sitting at our table before someone came to greet us and bring us water, the pasta wasn’t great and the food overall was underwhelming. The inside felt like a hotel breakfast room, but the entrance and outside is cute
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Carol
New Mexico
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We sat in the bar area. The lady working the bar had to make drinks for the entire restaurant and serve the bar patrons as well as other tables. It was way too much for one person to handle on a busy lunch day. We didn't get a drink ordered and waited about 30 minutes or more to get our check. I do NOT blame the server. She had WAY too much to handle. The food was delicious and we will return. We just won't sit in the bar next time.
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Lucia
New Mexico
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and cocktails excellent, service friendly and attentive, I continue to recommend Rustica, have made it one of my favorite places to meet friends for lunch or dinner.
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Kathryn
New Mexico
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was exceptional and food excellent. Great holiday lunch venue
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kirstie
VIP
New Mexico
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on 9 December 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
If I could give this place zero stars I would. We made a reservation for 6pm, a table for 4. We were sat down and after 22 minutes of nobody even looking at us, speaking to us, offering water, we left. Haven’t been this disappointed in a long time.
Rustica Fresh Italian KitchenResponded on 11 December 2024
This is very disappointing to hear, Kirstie. I am so sorry this was your experience that day. I can assure you this is different from how we like our operations to run. We do and can do so much better than this. I will be looking into that day to see who was working so we can talk to the right staff to prevent this from happening again. Please give us another chance to show you what a wonderful experience you can and should have had. I invite you back for dinner on us and hope you give us another opportunity. If you are interested in this, please call the restaurant and ask to talk to a manager or myself, Nikki. Thank you for your review! This is what makes us better. We do appreciate you and look forward to hearing from you. Nicole Montoya Manager
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miel
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hostess was friendly and we were seated right away. Restaurant was not crowded. Server was super friendly and super attentive. The bolognese pasta and arabiata pasta were both good but the bolognese pasta had chewy pasta, which were excellent. The mushroom ravioli was so good. Pizza was good but nothing to fall over. I gave food 4 stars because overall their food was salty. Everyone drank 2 glasses of water for reference. Great kids menu. I would definitely visit again.
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Michael
Dallas
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 26 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Salad & bread to start was delightful . Good choice of wine, beer and cocktails! All four of us had pasta dishes and they were excellent. We split a desert 4-ways and it was just enough. Great service and value!! We will be back! (actually my wife and I were there last week and we came back with friends)
Rustica Fresh Italian KitchenResponded on 26 November 2024
Thank you for the continued support and the great review Michael!
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Margaret
VIP
Las Vegas
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 26 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Enjoyed our dinner at Rustica. Service was good, a little noisy but not too bad. Pizza, Salad, Lasagna and Pasta Norma were all good and the garlic bread gets an extra star!
Rustica Fresh Italian KitchenResponded on 26 November 2024
Thank you for the great review Margaret. We hope to see you again soon
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Sriram
New Mexico
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was good - we had beet and pear salad and ravioli. Tiramisu was great!
Rustica Fresh Italian KitchenResponded on 26 November 2024
Thank you for a great review Sriram!
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Rebecca
New Mexico
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Unlike our first time at Rustica (fab), last night was an unmitigated disaster. We received our appetizers in a timely manner, and they were tasty (gluten free bread was excellent!). But, after waiting for our entrees for 1.25 hours, we asked for the check because we weren’t waiting any longer. The management was nice, comped us our appetizers and gave us a $20 voucher for a return trip. I appreciate the minimal effort on their part, but I just don’t know if I want to try eating there again. It is beyond the pale to make people wait that long and then tell them that they will have to continue waiting because the food is still not ready. Really disappointing because, like I said at the start, our first experience was excellent. 1/10 for last night
Rustica Fresh Italian KitchenResponded on 26 November 2024
Hi Rebecca, You are absolutely correct, we did not do the most during your visit to make up for the mistakes that were made. We have addressed this with the manager on duty as well as spoken with your server on how we can avoid an incident like this happening again. Your first (fab) visit is what we want every guest to have at Rustica. This last visit we were not our best, and we are working to address and correct that for future guests. I would like to invite you back, on us, I know we can do better than this. If this is something you would be interested in please call a member of our management team at 505-780-5279. We hope to hear from you soon. Jacinta General Manager
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FAQs

Rustica Fresh Italian Kitchen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (505) 780-5279.

Rustica Fresh Italian Kitchen is rated 4.3 stars by 445 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

24 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 23 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Rustica Fresh Italian Kitchen

2574 Camino Entrada, Santa Fe, NM 87507-4851

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Santa Fe
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–4:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Sicilian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chef Pablo Sanchez
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://rusticasantafe.com/
Phone number
(505) 780-5279

Rustica Fresh Italian Kitchen

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Pappardelle Bolognese

Chicken Marsala

Chicken Parmesan

Appetizers

Bread BasketUSD 3.00

Garlic BreadUSD 8.00

MeatballsUSD 10.00

AranciniUSD 10.00

BurrataUSD 12.00

Eggplant TimbaleUSD 12.00

Crispy CalamariUSD 12.00

Golden Beet and PearUSD 13.00

Beef CarpaccioUSD 16.00

Salads

HouseUSD 5.00

Rustica CaesarUSD 6.00

Butternut Squash and ArugulaUSD 7.00

Farro and Artichoke SaladUSD 9.00

Pizza

MargheritaUSD 11.00

PepperoniUSD 12.00

Ranch HouseUSD 12.00

RusticaUSD 12.00

Butternut Squash and Goat CheeseUSD 13.00

BurrataUSD 15.00

Pasta

Cavatelli Primavera*USD 17.00

Wild Mushroom RavioliUSD 17.00

Bucatini al AmatricianiUSD 18.00

Pappardelle BologneseUSD 18.00

Shrimp PicattaUSD 18.00

Lasagna*USD 18.00

Pasta alla VodkaUSD 19.00

Mains

Chicken MarsalaUSD 19.00

Chicken Parmesan*USD 19.00

Pork MilaneseUSD 20.00

Grilled Atlantic Salmon*USD 24.00

Crispy Skin BranzinoUSD 24.00

Red Wine Braised Chuck RoastUSD 25.00

Sides

Soft Goat Cheese Polenta

Creamy Vegetable Farro

Broccolini with Lemon, Garlic and Butter

Crispy Garlic Potatoes

Sparkling / White / Rosé

Clos du Bois Sauvignon Blanc, 2019, CA

Château St. Michelle Chardonnay, 2019, WA

La Giana Pinot Grigio, 2020 Friuli Venezia, Italy

Cantina Ostro Prosecco Brut NV D.O.C. Friuli Prata di Pordenone, Italy

Gerard Bertrand Cote De Roses Rose , 2022, Languedoc, France

Castello del Poggio Moscato, Italy

Tentua San Lorenzo Gavi, 2020 Piedmont, Italy**

Sonoma Cutrer Russian River Chardonnay, 2020, Sonoma, CA**

La Colonne Vermentino 2019, Costa Toscana, Italy**

Ruffino Prosecco Rosé, Veneto, ItalyUSD 23.00

Chateau St. Michelle Riesling Columbia Valley, WashingtonUSD 23.00

Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc 2020, Marlboro, NZUSD 30.00

Deusa Nai Marques de Caceres, Albariño 2020, Rias Baixas, SpainUSD 30.00

Gruet Blanc de Noirs Brut, NMUSD 33.00

Peiropan Soave Classico 2019 Veneto ItalyUSD 36.00

Duckhorn Sauvignon Blanc, 2022 Napa CA

Red

Ecco Domani Merlot, 2018, Sicily

Ely Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvingon, 2018, CA

Elouan Pinot Noir, 2018, OR

Banfi Chianti Classico, 2019, Tuscany, Italy

Lenotti Valpolicella Ripasso 2016, D.O.C. Veneto, Italy**

Michele Chiarlo II Principe Nebbiolo 2018, Piemonte, Italy**

Pine Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Napa CA**

Frescobaldi Remole Rosso, 2019, Tuscany, ItalyUSD 24.00

Masciarelli Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2017, ItalyUSD 27.00

G.D. Vajra Langhe Rosso, 2020, D.O.C. Piedmont, ItalyUSD 30.00

Mauro Molino Barbera d'Alba, 2020 D.O.C. Piedmont, ItalyUSD 34.00

Mauro Molino Langhe Nebbiolo 2020, Peidmont, ItalyUSD 42.00