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Piccolo Buco by Cooper's Hawk
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Italian Wine Doesn’t Need an Occasion. 

It Needs a Pizza.

Our wine program starts in Italy and works outward. Italian varietals at the core, Cooper’s Hawk signatures alongside and the Gusti Bar for those who want to explore.

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Piccolo Buco Exclusive Wines

Two of Italy’s most iconic wines, crafted in partnership with Italian winemakers known for their passion, talent, and honored traditions.
A bottle of Chianti wine.

Chianti

Tuscany, Italy

Italy’s most famous wine, made primarily from Sangiovese and aged in large barrels to soften without adding oak. Expect earthy flavors of leather and dried leaves alongside tangy red fruits like cherry, raspberry and plum with hints of star anise and herbs.

  • Personality - Earthy & Leather
  • Pairing - Red Sauce & Meatballs
  • Flavor Profile - Raspberry, Sour Cherry, Plum, Leather, Star Anise
A bottle of Pinot Grigio wine.

Pinot Grigio

Veneto, Italy

Grown in northeastern Italy near Verona and Venice, this Pinot Grigio is vinified in stainless steel to keep the fruit bright and fresh. Stone fruit, sweet citrus, a light floral note. Extremely food-friendly and very difficult to put down.

  • Personality - Aromatic & Lush
  • Pairing - Caprese Salad
  • Flavor Profile - Peach, Apricot, Apple Blossom, Orange, White Flowers
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Buca Riserva

Italy & California

From Italy, you’ll experience the complexity and earthiness of Sangiovese, contributing layers of red cherry, leather, and a touch of herbs. Meanwhile, California brings rich, dark-fruited, and plush Cabernet Sauvignon, along with an Italian favorite, Barbera, which has found a home in the Golden State.

  • Personality - Full-bodied wine with powerful tannins, bright acidity, and a long, smooth finish that lingers beautifully on the palate
  • Pairing - Charred Pepperoni Pizza, Pappardelle with Short Rib Bolognese, or the Chicken Parm
  • Flavor Profile - Blackberry, and subtle hints of clove, vanilla, and dark chocolate
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Eight Sips. No Wrong Answers.

Gusti Bar is Piccolo Buco’s tasting bar, drawing on the Italian tradition small wine tastings calls ‘Gusti di Vini’, it offers eight small pours on a rotating theme. Each month features eight sips (1-oz each) organized around a category. Start here, find a favorite, order the bottle. We also offer a four-pour version around the themes of Classico, Bianco, Rosso, Dolce and Cantina available tableside. Wine Club Members may apply complimentary tasting as Piccolo Buco.

Every Dish Has a Match

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Each menu item is paired with a wine or to ensure every bite and sip works together. The menu notes the pairing.

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Member Benefits at Piccolo Buco

Cooper’s Hawk Wine Club members enjoy access to exclusive monthly wines, curated experiences, preferred pricing on retail bottles and rewards at Piccolo Buco and other Cooper's Hawk brands.

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Explore the Wine Club

Learn about our Cooper's Hawk Wine Club providing access to exclusive monthly wines, curated experiences, preferred pricing and rewards at Piccolo Buco and other Cooper's Hawk brands.

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