Arvisionadu: Windswept, Wild, and Nearly Forgotten
It’s no secret that I have a soft spot for rare grape varieties. But there’s rare, like Grechetto—unfamiliar to most … Continue reading Arvisionadu: Windswept, Wild, and Nearly Forgotten
Tag: wine and food pairings
Pignolo: One of Italy’s Most Age-Worthy Wines
When thinking about red wines to cellar from Italy, you probably think of Barolo made from the nebbiolo grape, Brunello … Continue reading Pignolo: One of Italy’s Most Age-Worthy Wines
Xinomavro: Greece’s Answer to Burgundy
If you love wine, you have the ancient Greeks to thank. They were pioneers who knew how to party, and … Continue reading Xinomavro: Greece’s Answer to Burgundy
Verdejo: The Spanish Sauvignon Blanc Alternative
Do you ever crave a light, refreshing white to go with fish or salads, but are tired of sauvignon blanc? … Continue reading Verdejo: The Spanish Sauvignon Blanc Alternative
Merenzao: A Grape with Many Names
Trousseau, Bastardo, Gros Cabernet. These are just a few of Merenzao’s other names. Originally from the Jura region of eastern … Continue reading Merenzao: A Grape with Many Names
Crab and Fennel Pasta
This is the recipe I used to pair with Grignolino. It’s a great springtime pasta that’s perfect for sitting outside … Continue reading Crab and Fennel Pasta
Grignolino: Springtime Pasta’s Perfect Pair
One of the things that most interests me as a sommelier is the wide variety of grapes grown. It fascinates … Continue reading Grignolino: Springtime Pasta’s Perfect Pair
Cheese Fondue
Here’s the fondue recipe I used to pair with Chasselas wine. I used my Instant Pot but you could also … Continue reading Cheese Fondue
Chasselas: Switzerland’s White Wine
When you think of wine making countries, which come to mind? France, Italy, the US, Australia. One rarely shouts, “Switzerland!” … Continue reading Chasselas: Switzerland’s White Wine
Shrimp Pesto Pasta
This is the recipe I used to pair with Rossesse. To keep it easy like I did, buy fresh pesto … Continue reading Shrimp Pesto Pasta
Off the Beaten Wine Path 