Italian Favorite Recipes with Donna Laura Wine Pairings

It's that time of year: Art All Night is back in DC and here at DCANTER Wine Boutique, we've teamed up with Donna Laura to do a wine tasting with one of the wines being "masked". Unmask the winning grape and you might win a $50 gift card! Stop by this Friday, September 27 between 5-7pm!

Speaking of this time of year, cozy up with these family favorite recipes from family owned, woman owned, Italian wine producer Donna Laura:

Pici

Thicker than your ordinary spaghetti, this Pici recipe is paired beautifully with Donna Laura Ali Rosso. Even though it is great on its own, this medium-bodied Sangiovese is the perfect balanced acidity and ripe tannins to soak up your sauces and noodles.

Focaccia

Soft. Flakey salt. Airy. Golden, Deliciousness. Pair your favorite fococcia with a glass (or few) of Donna Laura Ali Rosato. Fresh, longlasting, and a pure Sangiovese - this Rosato will be a favorite.

Pasta Al Pomodoro

Ahh, everyone's favorite classic pasta - the pasta al pomodoro - pairing effortlessly with Donna Laura Bramosia Chianti Classico. This quick and easy meal will be great with this Chianti Classico in more ways than one. You can enjoy a glass on it's on while cooking, during your meal, or even after the plate is licked clean! The intense red fruits paired with a well-integrated accents of wood and spice will be a perfect match.

Lia's Ragu

Cozy up with this family favorite recipe straight from the vintner herself, Lia Banville, paired with Donna Laura Alteo Chianti Riserva. This hearty meal, made from the heart, needs to be paired with a hearty, bold wine, and that's exactly what you're getting with the Alteo Chianti Reserve. The name comes form a combination from Lia's two sons and the flavors are going to be persistent flavors of red berries with soft tannins and an overall fine structure.

What is your favorite wine pairing with these favorite Italian classics? Take to Instagram and tag us (@dcanterwineboutique) to show off your creativity!