Grab an assortment of Italian meats and cheeses and a bottle of Barbera (bar-BEH-rah) and you’ve just created a perfect menu for any casual get together. Barbera is one of my go-to pizza wines, I always keep a few bottles in the house for take-out night. Barbera is a grape varietal from the Piedmont region…
Looking for an easy to make, low-carb appetizer for your next dinner party? Prosciutto wrapped asparagus is a great choice! My favorite pairings for this snack include Prosecco, Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc. The saltiness of the prosciutto brings out the fruit flavors in the wine and the vibrant, crisp, citrus and mineral driven nature of…
Tropical salsa with pineapple, mango, avocado, black beans, cilantro and fresh squeezed lime juice served with crunchy, salty tortilla chips and a chilled glass of Rosado makes for an awesome summer afternoon or tailgate snack. While many people tend to grab a beer with their chips & salsa, I encourage you to drink outside the…
Caprese salad is always a crowd pleaser. Not only is it easy to make, but can be incredibly scrumptious and satisfying when using top notch ingredients like fresh buffalo mozzarella, sweet, earthy summer-ripened tomatoes and fresh basil from the garden. Whether you are making bocconcini and cherry tomatoes as part of an antipasta platter or…
A big bowl of homemade guacomole paired with a glass of Vinho Verde is a perfect snack for a hot summer afternoon or just about anytime! Let’s be honest, there’s just something sinfully delicious about creamy, decadent avocados slathered on a crunchy, salty tortilla chip. There are a handful of wines that pair well with…
Herb crusted goat cheese with short bread cookies paired with an off-dry rosé is the perfect pairing for a relaxing summer afternoon and it all comes together in less than 5 minutes! When it comes to goat cheese, Sauvignon Blanc is always a perfect match, but I assure you a rosé can be just as tantalizing!…
In general, veggies can be quite challenging to pair with wine. However; the crisp, clean and refreshing nature of a Sauvignon Blanc is one of the most reliable pairings with an array of raw and cooked vegetables. Although, there are some variations on the flavor profile of the varietal depending on where it comes from,…
