Might the French have it wrong? When to serve a salad, that is? Maybe. Here are our thoughts along with this refreshing salad recipe and wine pairing.
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Crab Salad and a Languedoc Wine Pairing
This stunning salad soars when paired with this newfound (to us), luscious white wine from the Languedoc region of Southern France.
Broccoli Salad with Bacon Vinaigrette – Red or White Wine?
Not a broccoli lover? This recipe and wine pairing will crush that attitude and have you thinking of it as an acclaimed superfood.
Caprese Salad – Red or White Wine?
What a delicious way to enjoy the sweetness of summer tomatoes – a simple Caprese salad. But the pairing was not so simple. Here is what we discovered.
Amarone with Tomato, Stone Fruit and Mozzarella Salad
Amarone with cheese after dinner? Sure . . . you’ve been down that road. We suggest you consider adding stone fruit, tomatoes and pistachio vinaigrette for a more exciting finale. This post will show you the way.
Assyrtiko and Warm Artichoke Salad
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.
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.
Vermentino and Brussels Sprout Salad
Really??? Brussels Sprouts??? Yes, really! This is a great “raw” preparation paired with exotic Vermentino – a noble grape of Sardinia now cultivated in California and Italy.