Assyrtiko, assertively dry and lemony, is a white wine that can stand up to the pairing challenge of the artichoke. Here’s a way to ease into this pairing and experience this great, Greek grape.
Rhone Grenache and French Onion Soup
French Onion soup may be old school, but it’s given new life when paired with this Rhone blend from the Ventoux region of southern France.
Thanksgiving Wines 2016
Have you selected your Thanksgiving wines yet? If not, perhaps this post will help. All the best for a safe and happy Holiday!
Salade Niçoise – Red or White Wine?
Salade Niçoise – the Provençal salad of tuna, egg, potatoes and haricots verts. Surprisingly, the salad pairs with a number of varietals, but not without some cautions. Check it out.
Franciacorta on Lake Como
Franciacorta, Italy’s great sparkling wine, is a versatile pairing partner. Especially when it is enjoyed in its backyard – the shores of beautiful Lake Como!
Bordeaux and Lamb Chops with Roasted Garlic-Mint Sauce
Seldom do the words in a recipe title point you to a wine pairing. This post is a great example of how this works. Check it out.
Smoked Brisket Wine Pairing
There’s no better definition of Texas BBQ than a smoked brisket. Succulent, tender and smoky. We like to pair this with an aged Shiraz rather than Zinfandel. Here’s why.
Nebbiolo and Lobster Linguini with Truffles
So you like Nebbiolo from Barolo and Barbaresco, but never tried Nebbiolo from Gattinara??? This pairing will convince you to do so.
The Parade of Rosés
The wine world is awash with Rosé, Rosato (Italy) and Rosado (Portugal and Spanish-speaking countries). How do we make sense of this bounty of riches???
Chardonnay and Roasted Salmon with Anchovy-Garlic Butter Sauce
With dominant flavors such as anchovy, garlic and capers in this killer sauce, what’s the right pairing: Pinot Gris, Verdicchio or Chardonnay??? Tune in.