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Cala Scottsdale Brings Natural, Biodynamic Wine to Old Town

Clive Collective Partners with Los Angeles-Based Wine Connoisseur to Curate the Perfect Summer Wine Wishlist

PHOENIX (June 12, 2023) — Cala Scottsdale announced today the launch of a new summer wine menu in partnership with Los Angeles-Based natural wine connoisseur, Felipe P. The popular Mediterranean restaurant will be the first to bring three natural, biodynamic wines from different regions of California to the Scottsdale dining scene.

Felipe has been serving natural wine at his supper club, Pretty Boy Plates, since 2019. He launched an educational wine series called Summer Tastings in 2022 and has been able to teach guests about low-intervention winemaking and the difference between natural wine and “biodynamic” wine.

“The natural wine scene is booming in New York, Los Angeles, and even parts of Downtown Phoenix, but there are little-to-no spots in Scottsdale that are focused on low-intervention wine. Natural wine deserves its place and moment in Scottsdale,” said Felipe P.

Cala’s Sommelier, David Johnson, is equally as excited about the opportunity and feels that Cala is the perfect concept to introduce this new wave of enjoying wine.

To celebrate the new summer wine menu, “Summer de Vino,” Cala will host a launch event on Saturday, June 24 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Guests can purchase wine tasting tickets day-of for $30 and will feature a sampling of all the three natural, biodynamic wines. Tastings will be available at the bar or tableside. Wine will also be available for purchase by the glass or by the bottle. Reservations are required if guests plan to dine-in.

“Cala being a Mediterranean coastal cuisine concept, it beckons for a natural wine program,” said Justin Massei, co-owner of Cala Scottsdale and co-partner of Clive Collective. “He [Felipe] was passionate about curating these wines, it was important that they not only taste great, but also be very approachable to Cala’s guests, some who may be trying natural wines for the first time.”

The first three rotating wines on the menu include “Unsung Hero,” an orange wine by Subject to Change, a sparkling Pét Net Rosé by Field Recordings, and a chilled red grenache by Iruai.

Following Cala’s wine launch event, Executive Chef Peter McQuaid will showcase his new “Summer de Vino” dinner menu starting June 26. The three-course pre-fixe menu will incorporate chef-inspired dishes paired with their natural wine list and will only be offered on Monday through Wednesdays starting at 5 p.m. The menu will change out monthly until September.

“You can expect a completely different dining experience at the beginning of the week versus the second half,” said McQuaid. “This new menu allows our culinary team to be creative while extenuating the juicy, citrusy, and freshness you’ll get from the wine selection.”

Natural, biodynamic wines feature no sulfites, or preservatives and are unfiltered and organic. The process for creating these wines is all about turning grapes into wine with as little interference from the winemaker as possible. Natural wines created with biodynamically-farmed grapes create a holistic, sustainable approach to winemaking by eliminating the use of chemicals and replacing them with natural materials and compost.

To RSVP or to make a reservation for the launch party, visit https://www.calascottsdale.com/summer-de-vino. For more information, visit http://www.calascottsdale.com.

About Cala Scottsdale

Led by renowned chef Beau MacMillan and Clive Collective, Cala offers authentic coastal

cuisine with flavors of Greece, Spain, Italy, Morocco, and every place along the Mediterranean coastline. Reminiscent of the laid-back seaside restaurants along the coast, Cala provides a spacious yet intimate atmosphere for endless celebration throughout the day and night. Calamputs the farmers, fisherman, and ingredients at the forefront, and blends them with a Mediterranean palette. For more information, please visit http://www.calascottsdale.com