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Appetizers

The Tapas Wine of Northern Spain

May 24, 2023 By Steven 6 Comments

Txakoli has long been the wine of choice for tapas in Northern Spain. Two producers who have mastered the wine’s grape now set the standard of excellence.

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Spanish Whites

Smoked Trout Dip – Sparkling or Still Wine?

September 6, 2019 By Steven 3 Comments

“Resistance is futile!” That’s what you’ll sense when you sample this stunning appetizer . . . especially when paired with any of these outstanding wines.

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Champagne/Sparkling, Chardonnay

Franciacorta on Lake Como

September 12, 2016 By Steven 7 Comments

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!

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Champagne/Sparkling, Chardonnay, Italian Whites Tagged With: Franciacorta, Prosciutto, Swordfish

Lambrusco!

December 30, 2014 By Steven 1 Comment

Yes, you read the title correctly. No, this is not the cloying, headache-inducing Riunite of your college days. This is THE festive complement to your most impressive Antipasti Platter!

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Filed Under: Antipasti, Appetizers, Cheese Tagged With: Lambrusco, Salumi

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