CAVIAR & FRANCIACORTA

Experience the elegance of the Italian aperitivo – caviar paired with a glass of Franciacorta.

For this exclusive event, we are presenting three different caviars from renowned Northern Italian producers, celebrated for their commitment to tradition, sustainability, and excellence:

• Oscietra Classic

• Da Vinci Royal

• Tradition Prestige

The aperitivo includes 6g of each caviar, served with bread and a glass of Franciacorta (16cl).

BAROLO & CHEESE

Days dedicated to Italian Cheese and Vintage Barolos.

A selection of 6 exquisite Italian cheeses and 3 vintage Barolos from Castiglione Falletto served by the glass (8cl each).

• Barolo DOCG Villero 2001

• Barolo DOCG Villero 2004

• Barolo DOCG Villero 2008

LA BOTTEGA 13 AT VIINI & RUOKA 2024

“The most delicious event of the year” is back, and we're thrilled to be part of the celebration!

• Experience the best of Italy as we showcase the finest wines from Piedmont (Barbaresco, Barolo, Nebbiolo etc.) and Lombardia (Franciacorta).

• Savor our authentic truffle ravioli, charcuteries, and cheeses from Piedmont.

• Explore our top selection of Italian foodstuffs to take home and meet some of our esteemed Italian producers!

You will find us in the wine area at stand 2e41 (same as last year). Stay tuned for our exciting entrance ticket lottery!

We can't wait to see you there!

AGED PARMIGIANO REGGIANO EVENT

We are delighted to bring you a very special, over 50 months aged Parmigiano Reggiano wheel straight from Parma surroundings. Made from milk from “Bruna Alpina” cows, it is very creamy and consequently suitable for longer maturations. Join us for the opening and tasting of the wheel or come to try our special Parmigiano menu. Limited quantity of cheese will be also available for sale for special price (50€/kg) in La Bottega 13 and La Tartufata.

Parmigiano Reggiano Menu

Parmigiano, focaccia e balsamico
Parmesaani, focaccia ja balsamietikka
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Carpaccio di bresaola con parmigiano, rucola e limone
Ilmakuivattua naudanlihaa parmesaanilla, rucolalla ja sitruunalla
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Pasta guanciale e parmigiano
Pasta quancialella ja parmesaanilla
O / TAI
Risotto ai finferli e parmigiano
Kanttarellirisotto ja parmesaani
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Mousse di cioccolato e amarena
Suklaamousse amarena hapankirsikalla

“Solo Prosciutto”

4 different Prosciuttos:

• 2 x Parma

• 1 x Toscana

• 1 x Umbria (matured in wine)

Unique occasion to compare different prosciuttos. Enjoy them as such or combine with Franciacorta in La Bottega 13.

Special offer for á la minute sliced take-away for 8€ /100g.

(Offer valid until end of the stock.)

“Sparkling spring”

We welcome the spring with a tasting of sparkling wines from Italy. Six different “Metodo Classico” sparkling wines to be enjoyed as such, combined with food á la carte or with our very special hams!

Sparkling wines in tasting:

• Franciacorta DOCG EretiQ 2013 Dosaggio Zero millesimato

• Franciacorta DOCG Qzeronero Blanc de noir 2015 Dosaggio Zero riserva

• Franciacorta DOCG QZero 2015 Dosaggio Zero Riserva

• Salísa Brut Trento DOC 2016

• Alta Langa Extra Brut DOCG 2017

• Arneis Metodo Classico

Montaribaldi winery from Barbaresco and 50 months aged Parmigiano

Opening of the Parmigiano wheel 10.11. Thursday 17:00 - 17:30 in La Bottega 13. The Parmigiano will be available for purchase at a special price 50€/kg.

To highlight the fragrance of the Parmigiano a special four-course menu will be served:

Focaccia and Prosciutto di Genga
Mille-feuille potatoes with parmigiano fondue and black truffle
Tagliolini pasta with egg yolk truffle and parmigiano 50 months
Roastbeef with balsamico and parmigiano 50 months
Chocolate cake

The menu will be paired with Montaribaldi wines:

Giuseppe Taliano BRUT
Arneis “Capural” 2021 (12cl)
Barbaresco “Palazzina” 2019 (12cl)
Barbaresco “Ricu” 2006 (12cl)
Barolo Chinato (4cl)

The menu will be served:

Thursday 10.11. at 18:00
Friday 11.11. at 17:00 - 19:30 and at 20:00
Saturday 12.11. at 17:00 - 19:30 and at 20:00

Reservations for the dinner: reservation@labottega.fi and 044 719 0300. Please note the two service on Friday and Saturday.

Montaribaldi from Barbaresco will be introducing their latest wine creations in La Bottega 13.

Programme:

Benvenuto c/ Molime’

Amuse Bouche + Brut Millesimato Taliano Giuseppe 2021 — Glazed Octopus with red pepper foam + Roero Arneis DOCG Capural 2021 — Vitello Tonnato + Langhe DOC Chardonnay Stissa d’le Favole 2020 — Squid ink risotto with stracciatella cheese and roe + Barbera d’Alba DOC Frere 2020 — Codfish with white wine sauce and saffron + Barbaresco DOCG Sorì Montaribaldi 2018 — Cannolo siciliano and Créme Brulée with passion fruits, chocolate crumbs and pistachio mousse + Moscato d’Asti DOCG Righeÿ 2021
More information and reservation on reservation@labottega.fi or 044 7190300.

Benvenuti!

Montaribaldi winery at La Bottega 13

After two years break, Montaribaldi winery from Piedmont, Italy is back in Helsinki to present their latest vintages on Wednesday and Thursday.

17:00 - 19:00: Introduction and tasting of Montaribaldi wines with snacks (Vino Spumante Brut Millesimato 2020 Taliano Giuseppe – Roero Arneis DOCG Capural 2020 – Barbera d’Alba DOC Dü Gir 2018 – Barbaresco DOCG Palazzina 2017 – Barbaresco DOCG Sorì Montaribaldi 2017 – Barbaresco DOCG Ricü 2016 – Barolo DOCG Borzoni 2017 – Barbaresco DOCG Rio Sordo 2009, special edition)

From 19.30: Dinner – special “Harvest menu” (Roasted Red Peppers with Bagnacauda – Polenta “Rustica” with Fonduta and Truffle – Ravioli del Plin with Truffle – Roasted Veal, mushroom cream and Baked Potatoes with Arneis white wine sauce – Bönet with caramel sauce), pairing with 5 different wines.

Please contact us for more information and reservation.

Winemaker’s visit: Terrabianca

For the very first time – Terrabianca winery from Magno, Piedmont. 

Terrabianca is situated in the Langhe area close Alba where the Alpiste family runs the vineyards since several generations. The farm follows the traditional way to cultivate and produces first of all sweet wines Moscato d’Asti and passito of Moscato, but also red wine Dolcetto d’Alba, white wines Langhe Sauvignon and Langhe Favorita and sparkling wine Le Jeune from the local varieties. During the winery visit in La Bottega 13 we meet the young generation – Andrea, who will guide us through the wines. 

Tasting of Terrabianca wines (5x 8cl) paired with season’s artisan cheeses especially from the Piedmont area. Price 45€/person. You may also choose a single wine and enjoy it with our á la carte list dishes matched for Terrabianca wines during their visit.

Stay tuned about the event through our social media platforms. A table reservation is recommended.

Women of Wine

Wine lecture and tasting – selection of wines from four Women of Wine from Sicily, Toscana, Trentino Alto Adige and Veneto. Price 15€. (Event takes place at PRPE Prototype Design, Tehtaankatu 24 – accross the street from La Bottega 13). On Monday 21 and Tuesday 22 October from 16.30 till 18.30. The event is organized in co-operation with our partner Italian Trade Connections.

CHEESE!

Come and taste our classics: Beppino Occelli’s mountain cheeses and the innovative, lactose free cheeses from Fattorie Fiandino made with vegetarian (thistle) rennet. We are also introducing brand new Veneto DOP cheeses Asiago, Montasio and Piave made from mountain cows’ milk.

Montaribaldi dinner

Special four course menù matched for Brut Millesimato, Arneis, Chardonnay, Barbaresco (Sorì Montaribaldi) and Birbet:

Cocktail di Gamberi
Insalata di Petto d’Anatra, fichi caramellati e balsamico, petali di Parmiggiano 36m
Tagliata di Agnello alla menta, cipolle brasate, millefoglie di melanzana e Caprino
Cremino al Caffé e Gianduja

Menu á 45€ and wine package á 50€. Menu is served 16.30 - 19:00 and 19.30 - 22:00. Montaribaldi winery will be present on Thursday and Saturday. Reservation required.

Benvenuti!

Menù di Pasqua

To celebrate this year's Easter we have designed spring themed four-course menù.

Asparagi e uova
Insalata di burrata affumicata, pinoli e balsamico 
Agnello menta e caprino con patate gratinate
Cremino di amarene

It will be served on Friday and Saturday starting from 11AM, price per person is 50 €. Reservations on 044 719 0300 or by email: reservation@labottega.fi. Benvenuti!

Vappu take-away

pre-order today & collect on Wednesday 1st of May in La Bottega 13.

For this years’ Vappu we offer three types of take-away boxes that you can pre-order in advance and collect on 1st of May from our deli shop. (We are located in Ullanlinna located 10 min. by walk from Kaivopuisto/Ullanlinnanmäki – tram stop Kapteeninkatu, city bike station Kapteeninpuistikko). 

ASPARAGUS À LA BOTTEGA

One of our favorite ingredients – Asparagus, is here! We invite you to taste its’ many faces paired with La Bottega’s classics.

Asparago e Culatello
Asparago e Burrata
Asparago e Pecorino al Tartufo
Asparago con Vitello/Anatra e Balsamico
Risotto agli Asparago

Asparagus dishes will be available individually or as a menu for 45€ per person. Menu will be served from 5 to 22 pm. Reservations on 044 719 0300 or by email on reservation@labottega.fi.

Barolo Days

To welcome the spring and greet passing truffle season we will be serving vintages (2006, 2008 and 2010) of Barolo DOCG Riserva "Bussia" from Livia Fontana/Castiglione Falletto.