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| - This wine dinner was a complete let down. I am so disappointed that I'm considering leaving early.
First, the menu is basically vegetarian. It was not posted ahead of time and had I know it would be this way I would have NEVER considered paying $40. Salad was small, soup was cold, lasagna was the most awkward combination of ingredients.
Second, the wine pairing was less than mediocre. All plates should have been paired with white wine as everything was cream based. The kale and potato soup was cold, filled with pepper, and paired with a heavy red wine. If there is anything I've learned in my 10 years of drinking wine is that red wine increases the spicy flavor in food and is not a popular pairing choice. Also, the entree (Holiday lasagna including spinach, mushrooms, ricotta, and nutmeg) was paired on the menu with a Sangiovese yet they poured a Chianti.
Third, the service and timing of the dinner was HORRIBLE. The first course, a tiny spinach and goat cheese salad, was served almost 30mins after the posted start time. There was at least 15-20mins in between courses where we just sat there waiting. Everything seem extremely disorganized and poorly planned.
I will NEVER go to a wine dinner event at Sorso again. I am so disappointed because I have never had such a negative experience here. LESSON LEARNED - just because a restaurant is known for great tapas and wine doesn't mean they will excel at a wine paired dinner.
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