An evening with winemaker Marco Fay, from Sandro Fay
On Monday 17 March we welcomed Marco Fay from Italy's Valtellina region for an evening that was filled with wonderful Sandro Fay wines, history and discussion.
Once a niche and overlooked region, the high-altitude wines of Valtellina are now celebrated across the world of wine. Here, Chiavennasca, a local strain of Nebbiolo, balances elegance and perfume with the variety's savoury structure.
A key producer is Sandro Fay, a small, family-run winery located in the sub-region of Valgella. Since its founding in 1973 by Sandro Fay, the winery has been committed to expressing the individuality of its vineyards, with each site revealing its own distinct character. Now managed by Sandro’s children, Marco and Elena, Sandro Fay is one of the most respected producers in the area and continues to bottle wines that showcase the depth and distinction of this region.
The Menu
$170 per person
Sciatt, Long Paddock Ironbark, Australian pepperberry
Wagyu bresaola, endive and anchovy
Crudités with formaggio fresco, lovage
Focaccia with balsamic and Parmesan oil
2023 Sandro Fay ‘Sotcastèl’ Chardonnay
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Quail with polenta, radicchio, grapes agrodolce, summer savoury
2023 Sandro Fay 'Téi' Rosso di Valtellina
2021 Sandro Fay Valtellina Superiore Valgella
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Spiced venison loin, blood plums, beetroot and macadamia
Chicory salad, salsa verde
2020 Sandro Fay 'Cà Moréi' Valtellina Superiore Valgella
2021 Sandro Fay 'Il Gilicine' Valtellina Superiore Sassella
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San Rocco Collina Veneta
Buckwheat crisp breads and Victorian black figs
2021 Sandro Fay ‘Ronca del Picchio' Sforzato di Valtellina
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