Rare is the wine dinner when one can taste 25 consecutive vintages of a world class Priorat paired with 6 Catalan-inspired courses. Here’s how it unfolded.
Grilled Salmon with Creamy Tarragon Sauce – Wine Pairing
Fiano di Avellino and this retro sauce recipe make music together when paired with grilled Salmon. Check it out.
Chateauneuf du Pape with Grilled Lamb Chops
The rosemary-infused marinade for these chops drove the wine pairing. The result? A perfect score for the Janasse Chateauneuf du Pape!
Frappato and Chicken Marsala
The critics are raving about the 2014 vintage of Sicilian wines. While a healthy dose of skepticism is always in order, I agree with them in this case. Nero d’Avola and the reds from Etna are excellent examples. But give Frappato a try . . . especially paired with this Chicken Marsala dish. Eccezionale!
Holiday Wines 2016
‘Tis the season to recommend wines for the Holidays. We believe this post is “more complete” than the recommendations provided by your local newspaper or wine merchant.
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.
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!