Send a text In this episode of the Pasta and Vino podcast, hosts Earl Ray Neal and Dr. Serge delve into the authentic flavors of Italy through wine and food pairings. They discuss the special wines of the month from a family-owned winery in Spain, highlighting the unique characteristics of both a white and a red wine. The conversation also delves into a delicious pasta dish featuring rigatini and chickpeas, emphasizing the importance of family traditions in their culinary offerings. Listeners...

Send a text Takeaways from this episode of Whine About Wine Wine is an essential part of Easter celebrations. A Bordeaux wine pairs well with ham and berry sauces. The Italian wine discussed is easy to drink and versatile. Hazelnut spread can be used in various culinary applications. Customer engagement is key for sourcing unique products. The hosts encourage listeners to reach out for specific wine requests. Quality products often come from small producers. Understanding wine regions enhance...

Send a text PRAHOVA VALLEY Pinot Noir, Romania Many people aren’t familiar with Romanian wines, but if you’re a fan of French wines, you’ll likely appreciate the structure of Romanian wines as well. This is because Romania and France are located at similar latitudes in the northern hemisphere. In fact, Romania is renowned for producing exceptional Pinot Noirs. This wine presents a delicate and bright ruby red color, enticing the eye with its vibrant hue. On the nose, it offers the aroma of ri...

Send a text Peterson Wines says YES! PETERSON Zinfandel, California A true family-owned and operated winery for over 30 years in California, Peterson Winery prides itself with crafting old-world style wines with sustainable farming practices. This Zinfandel is a remarkable example of a traditional field blend, where a small but thoughtful inclusion of other red and white grape varieties adds an intriguing layer of complexity. Despite making up just 3% of the blend, the additional grapes—l...

Send a text Join us for a survey of three wines from Tamburini and a wonderful recipe featuring DOMA Roasted Red Pepper Strips! TAMBURINI Il Castelluccio, Italy Here is a fun fact! This crisp combination of Trebbiano and Malvasia grapes was an original Chianti blend. Straw yellow in color with greenish highlights, it has an intense and aromatic bouquet reminiscent of broom, banana, orange blossom and rose. It has a full-bodied taste, with a lingering aroma and a good level of acidity. Enjoy ...

Send a text WINEMAISON ALBERT WINERYLike most of the vineyards we have shared with you, the vineyards of Maison Albert have adeep desire to create a truly organic wine. Only natural methods are used to cultivate thegrapes. For instance, wild plants are grown in an effort to maintain a rich biodiversity andbalance the structure of the soil. Each root generates different micro-organisms which allowthe vine to fully grasp the essence of the terroir. Pesticides, herbicides and other syntheticchemic...

Send a text From a spacious multi-level deck, you can enjoy spectacular views of the lake and the beautifully landscaped grounds. The well-established vineyards produce classic European vinifera grapes including Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Riesling. Vines planted more recently are Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, and Gewurztraminer. Savor a tasting from your choice of many award-winning wines, then browse the extensive gift shop for the perfect item f...

Send a text Welcome to our September 2022 edition of the “A Casa” food and wine club by Pasta and Vino When in Rome, do as the Romans do. WINE VINEA DOMINI The first words pronounced by Benedict XVI, immediately after his election (2005), were: “after the great Pope John Paul II, the cardinals elected me, a simple and humble worker of the vineyard of the Lord.” From this came the idea of giving the name “Vinea Domini” (latin for the master’s vineyard) to a new range of wines that represents t...

Send a text Potzinger Sauv Blanc• Winery in southern Styria has existed since 1860• Styria is a mountainous, forested state in southern Austria, known for its wine, spas and castles.• The Sauvignon Blanc is a cross between Traminer and Chenin Blanc.o The name is composed of the two French words sauvage (“wild” or “natural”) and blanc (“white”). And wild is quite apt when it comes to white wine and its characteristic bouquet.o The Sauvignon Blanc impresses with its unique freshness, the taste ...

Send a text Welcome to our July 2022 edition of the “A Casa” food and wine club by Pasta and VinoWe’re celebrating July 4th this month with red, white, and bubbly wine!WINEREVEL OTR URBAN WINERYWhat began as a hobby of wine making by Anthony Maieron and John Coleman is now a boutique urban winery with a full bar and event space. Located in Cincinnati’s historic and progressive OverThe-Rhine neighborhood, they specialize in handcrafted small-batch wines including their Cabernet Sauvignon *Silv...