An Evening with the Pioneers of Franciacorta at Leonardo
Five wines from the winery that created the first Franciacorta. An exclusive five-course signature menu. The story of Berlucchi, told in person by its international brand ambassador, Federico Tassinari. And a cause that deserves to be heard — “A Voice for the Voiceless”.
On December 5, 2026, Leonardo restaurant at Lucky Bansko SPA & Relax 5★ invites you to a wine dinner dedicated to Berlucchi — the historic Italian winery where the first Franciacorta was born in 1961.
Sparkling wine usually marks the beginning of an evening. This time, it will tell the story of the entire experience — from the first appetizer to dessert.
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From the Winery That Gave Birth to Franciacorta
The meeting between Guido Berlucchi and oenologist Franco Ziliani transformed a bold idea into a new chapter in Italian winemaking. Their first bottles, produced in 1961, established a tradition that has become a symbol of Italian elegance and craftsmanship in sparkling wine.
That very year gives its name to the Berlucchi ’61 collection, whose different styles you will discover throughout the dinner.
Travelling especially from Italy for the occasion, Federico Tassinari — Berlucchi’s international brand ambassador — will personally introduce the wines, share the stories behind them and guide guests through pairings that reveal just how much Franciacorta can bring to a fine dining experience.
Five Wines, a Five-Course Menu and a New Perspective on Taste
За For this special evening, Chef Martin Bayrev has created a menu in which every dish is paired with its ideal wine. Delicacy, freshness, depth and a lingering finish will unfold course by course, with a distinctive character in every glass.
- The evening begins with an einkorn cannelloni filled with persimmon, pear and golden beetroot tartare, kumquat gel and goat cheese espuma, paired with Berlucchi ’61 Nature Blanc de Blancs.
- The warm appetizer brings together confit baby octopus and langoustines with celeriac and mascarpone cream, green apple, samphire and fennel, paired with Berlucchi ’61 Satèn.
- Following a refreshing intermezzo of grapefruit, blood orange and Aperol sorbet, casoncelli filled with slow-cooked partridge, apricots and juniper are served with a pumpkin-butter emulsion, cloves and hazelnuts, paired with Berlucchi ’61 Extra Brut.
- Beef tenderloin on cauliflower and hazelnut purée, with grilled broccolini, pecorino sauce and cranberry salsa, is paired with Berlucchi ’61 Nature Classic Blend.
- The finale is a strawberry entremet with buttery crunch, white chocolate, crisp meringue and Bourbon vanilla, accompanied by Berlucchi ’61 Nature Rosé.
Five distinctive encounters between food and wine, united by Italian inspiration and the pleasure of discovery.
An Evening for a Cause — “A Voice for the Voiceless”
We believe hospitality has meaning beyond the dining table. That is why this dinner will also feature a charitable element in support of “A Voice for the Voiceless” for homeless animals.
Alongside the pleasure of fine food, wine and personal encounters, we invite you to join us in supporting a cause worthy of attention and compassion.
December 5, 2026
Leonardo Restaurant | Lucky Bansko SPA & Relax 5★
Special guest: Federico Tassinari, Berlucchi
Places are limited to 50 guests.
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Be our guests!
Treat yourself to an evening in which every glass reveals a new flavour, every course continues the story and the pleasure of sharing supports a worthy cause.