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    Il Poggoine Reserve Brunello di Montalcino Add
    Querceto Chianti Classico Add
    Palladio Brunello di Montalcino Add
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    Il Poggoine Reserve Brunello di Montalcino

    Attributes:
    Producer:

    Il Poggoine
    Region:

    Brunello di Montalcino, Italy
    Varietal:

    Sangiovese
    Bottle Size:

    750 ML

    Food Matches:
    Cheese: Parmesan
    Pasta & Grains: (Grilled) Tofu, Lasagna, Mushroom Risotto, Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauces, Risotto
    Poultry & Eggs: Duck, Game Birds
    Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Curried Beef, Curried Lamb, Curried Pork, Grilled Beef, Grilled Flank Steak, Lamb Stew, Rabbit, Salami or Sausage, Sausage
    Sauces: Red Wine Sauce, Stock Reductions
    Vegetables: Beans, White, Eggplant, Mushroom Risotto, Mushrooms, Peppers, Spinach Ricotta, Tomato Bread Soup, Vegetable Gratin or Stew

    Sangiovese:

    The best wines from this noble grape come from Tuscany, particularly in the Brunello di Montalcino and Chianti districts, although it is gaining in popularity in California. Sangiovese grapes make wine that is medium to high in acidity and firm in tannin; the wines can be light to full-bodied depending on where the grapes are grown. The aromas and flavors are fruity, often of a cherry-like quality. Hints of violets or a nutty character can also be present.


    Brunello di Montalcino:

    Montalcino is located about 70 miles southwest of Florence and takes its name from a variety of oak tree that once covered the terrain. During medieval times the city was famous for its tanneries and the resulting shoes and high quality leather. Montalcino has one of the warmest climates in Tuscany with very unique growing conditions on the northern slopes and the southern slopes. The southern slopes get more sun accounting for more powerful wine. The northern slopes are a cooler climate with less sun causing for wine dryer aromatic wines.

    Querceto Chianti Classico

    Attributes:
    Producer:

    Querceto
    Region:

    Chianti Classico, Italy
    Varietal:

    Sangiovese
    Bottle Size:

    750 ML

    2005: WineSpectator Rating: 85
    Acidity:

    fresh
    Body:

    medium-bodied
    Flavors:

    black currant, oak

    2004: WineSpectator Rating: 88
    Acidity:

    clean
    Body:

    full-bodied
    Flavors:

    blackberry, mineral, oak
    Fruit:

    ripe

    2003: WineSpectator Rating: 83
    Body:

    medium body

    2003: Tastings Rating: 86
    Body:

    medium-bodied
    Flavors:

    berry, chocolate

    2003: WineAndSpirits Rating: 85
    Body:

    light
    Complexity:

    simple
    Flavors:

    cherry, herb, oak, ripe cherry, tobacco

    2002: WineSpectator Rating: 82
    Complexity:

    rustic
    Flavors:

    plum

    2001: WineSpectator Rating: 85
    Body:

    light
    Compliments:

    tasty
    Flavors:

    spicy

    2000: Tastings Rating: 85
    Acidity:

    tart
    Body:

    medium-bodied
    Compliments:

    elegant

    Food Matches:
    Cheese: Parmesan
    Pasta & Grains: (Grilled) Tofu, Lasagna, Mushroom Risotto, Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauces, Risotto
    Poultry & Eggs: Duck, Game Birds
    Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Curried Beef, Curried Lamb, Curried Pork, Grilled Beef, Grilled Flank Steak, Lamb Stew, Rabbit, Salami or Sausage, Sausage
    Sauces: Red Wine Sauce, Stock Reductions
    Vegetables: Beans, White, Eggplant, Mushroom Risotto, Mushrooms, Peppers, Spinach Ricotta, Tomato Bread Soup, Vegetable Gratin or Stew

    Sangiovese:

    The best wines from this noble grape come from Tuscany, particularly in the Brunello di Montalcino and Chianti districts, although it is gaining in popularity in California. Sangiovese grapes make wine that is medium to high in acidity and firm in tannin; the wines can be light to full-bodied depending on where the grapes are grown. The aromas and flavors are fruity, often of a cherry-like quality. Hints of violets or a nutty character can also be present.

    Palladio Brunello di Montalcino

    Attributes:
    Producer:

    Palladio
    Region:

    Brunello di Montalcino, Italy
    Varietal:

    Dry Red Table Wine
    Bottle Size:

    750 ML

    Food Matches:
    Cheese: Parmesan
    Pasta & Grains: (Grilled) Tofu, Lasagna, Mushroom Risotto, Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauces, Risotto
    Poultry & Eggs: Duck, Game Birds
    Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Curried Beef, Curried Lamb, Curried Pork, Grilled Beef, Grilled Flank Steak, Lamb Stew, Rabbit, Salami or Sausage, Sausage
    Sauces: Red Wine Sauce, Stock Reductions
    Vegetables: Beans, White, Eggplant, Mushroom Risotto, Mushrooms, Peppers, Spinach Ricotta, Tomato Bread Soup, Vegetable Gratin or Stew

    Brunello di Montalcino:

    Montalcino is located about 70 miles southwest of Florence and takes its name from a variety of oak tree that once covered the terrain. During medieval times the city was famous for its tanneries and the resulting shoes and high quality leather. Montalcino has one of the warmest climates in Tuscany with very unique growing conditions on the northern slopes and the southern slopes. The southern slopes get more sun accounting for more powerful wine. The northern slopes are a cooler climate with less sun causing for wine dryer aromatic wines.

    Bread Salad

    Rated

    Ingredients

    2 1/2 cups day-old italian bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
    2 medium-large tomatoes, seeded and coarsely chopped (about 2 cups)
    1/2 medium cucumber, peeled and cut into chunks
    1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
    1/2 medium red onion, cut into thin wedges and separated
    2 medium cloves garlic, minced
    2 tbsp red wine vinegar
    1 tbsp olive oil
    1 tbsp reduced-sodium, fat-free chicken broth
    1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper

    Preparation

    1. Place the bread, tomatoes, onion, cucumber, basil, and garlic in a large bowl, and toss to mix well.

    2. To make the dressing, place all of the remaining ingredients in a small bowl, and stir to mix.

    3. Pour the dressing over the salad, and toss to mix. Allow to stand for 10 minutes at room temperature before serving.

    Yield

    4 servings

    Nutrition Facts

    Nutrition information is provided as a resource. Values will vary depending on specific ingredients used.
    Serving Size: 1
    Number of Servings: 4 servings
    Amount Per Serving:
    Calories: 449 Calories from Fat: 78
    Amount per Serving
    % Daily Value*  
    Amount per Serving
    % Daily Value*  
    Total Fat 8.72g
    13%  
    Carbohydrates 78.55g
    26%  
    Dietary Fiber 6.11g
    24%  
    Saturated Fat 1.75g
    8%  
    Calories 448.5kcal
    22%  
    Cholesterol < 1mg
    0%  
    Protein 14.15g
    23%  
    Sodium 849.6mg
    35%  
    Calcium
    2%  
    Iron
    8%  
    Vitamin A
    32%  
    Vitamin C
    38%  
    *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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