An Intimate Evening with Piero Mastroberardino

The Detroit Foundation Hotel’s celebrated Chef’s Table at The Apparatus Room will host a truly special wine tasting dinner on Tuesday, October 14th at 7PM, featuring one of Italy’s most legendary winemakers, Piero Mastroberardino. Presented in partnership with Ethica Wines, this exclusive evening offers an intimate opportunity to experience the rich history and soulful storytelling behind one of the most iconic names in Italian wine. Mastroberardino is what happens when ten generations of grape whisperers say “no thanks” to trends and “yes please” to legacy. Since the early 1700s, the family has championed Campania’s indigenous grapes—Fiano, Greco, and the brooding, age-worthy Aglianico—while others chased global varietals. Piero’s forebears helped define the region’s identity: from Angelo’s first exports in 1878 to Antonio’s post-WWII vineyard revival that earned him the nickname “vine archaeologist.” Today, Piero stewards 260 hectares across 17 estates, merging deep-rooted tradition with thoughtful innovation. Their Radici Taurasi Riserva 2016 even cracked Wine Spectator’s Top 10 in 2023. In short: they don’t just make wine—they bottle centuries. To complement these storied wines, Executive Chef Rece Hogerheide will present a one-night-only tasting menu inspired by the flavors of southern Italy, carefully curated to highlight each pour’s structure, soul, and history. Held in the exclusive Chef’s Table setting, this dinner promises an unforgettable, immersive evening with one of the wine world’s most respected voices. Seating is limited and by reservation only—don’t miss this rare celebration of heritage, hospitality, and the enduring power of the vine