Noto Italian Cuisine by Mr. Flatt & Leeuwin Wines
Kouji&ko Italian
11:30am, Sunday February 2
Simone Furlong, Co-CEO and second-generation steward of Leeuwin Estate from Margaret River, Western Australia, is visiting Japan this February, and together with Ben Flatt and Chikako Funashita, proprietors of “Flatt’s Noto | Noto Italian guesthouse”, an inn in Noto Town, Ishikawa Prefecture, she looks forward to hosting a unique collaboration lunch in Shibuya, Tokyo.
The menu, crafted exclusively for this event, will feature traditional fermented foods and fresh seafood from Noto, skillfully prepared by Ben. Guests will enjoy the meal on exquisite Wajima lacquerware, rescued and restored as part of the Flatts’ efforts through the Noto Earthquake Area Reconstruction Support General Incorporated Association (Noto-Sapo) which they founded and lead.
This event offers a rare opportunity to experience the flagship wines of Leeuwin Estate, the rich culinary culture of the Noto Peninsula, engaging conversations with Simone, and the artistry of Wajima lacquerware. We warmly invite you to join this exceptional gathering.
People have generously supported the Noto-Sapo through donations and initiatives, including the use of wines damaged during the disaster. We hope this lunch further highlights the activities of this important cause and garners continued support. At the venue, there will also be an exhibition of restored Wajima lacquerware sets and charity initiatives.
MENU
Carpaccio of Noto fish with yuzu sauce
Mozzarella with Smoked Mackerel, Dried Persimmon and Persimmon Sauce
Kegani Pasta with Cream Sauce
Sawara with Mixed Mushroom Sauce or Tara with Kimo Sauce (depending on which fish is available)
Dessert
WINE LIST – RARE OLD VINTAGES AND ANEW
A-1 to A-4: A selection of four vintage Leeuwin Estate Art Series are included in the event fee. B-1: Leeuwin Estate wines that sustained label and packaging damages during the Noto Peninsula Earthquake will be available as donation wines. These wines can be enjoyed for ¥1,000 per glass (payable on the day). All proceeds from the sales of B-1 will be donated entirely to the Noto-Sapo.
A-１．Art Series Sauvignon Blanc 2023
A-２．Art Series Chardonnay 2010
A-３．Art Series Chardonnay 2003
A-４．Art Series Shiraz 2022
B-1. Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2011
B-1: ¥1,000 per glass (payable on the day). All proceeds from the sales of B-1 will be donated entirely to Noto-Sapo. Additionally, one bottle will be gifted to those who contribute ¥8500 or more (excluding postage).
Inquiries: Village Cellars Wine Club (Contact: Morisawa)
Via Peatix DM or Email: wine@village-cellars.co.jp
TEL: 0120-106-876 (Weekdays 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
| Date | 11:30am, Sunday February 2 |
| Cost | ¥15,000 per person |
| Location | Kouji&ko Italian |
| Booking | Click here |