Fontodi 'Case Via' Syrah Add
Banfi Chianti Classico Riserva Add
Casanova di Neri Brunello di Montalcino Add
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Fontodi 'Case Via' Syrah

Attributes:
Producer:

Fontodi
Region:

Colli della Toscana Centrale, Italy
Varietal:

Syrah / Shiraz
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2004: WineSpectator Rating: 92
Body:

full-bodied
Compliments:

stylish
Flavors:

berry, blackberry, meat, plum
Fruit:

ripe

2003: WineSpectator Rating: 91
Complexity:

rich
Flavors:

blackberry, pepper

2003: Tanzer Rating: 92
Body:

solid
Flavors:

bacon, black pepper, leather, red fruits, smoke, smoky, truffle

2003: WineSpectator Rating: 92
Flavors:

black pepper, blueberry, graphite

2003: WineAdvocate Rating: 93
Body:

full-bodied

2001: WineSpectator Rating: 91
Body:

full-bodied
Flavors:

berry, meat, peat, ripe fruit

2001: WineAdvocate Rating: 90
Acidity:

soft
Texture:

silky

2001: WineSpectator Rating: 91
Flavors:

blackberry, peppery, plum

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

Syrah:

Originally grown in France’s Northern Rhône Valley (where it is a noble variety) this grape has spread to Australia, California, Washington, Italy and Spain. In the Rhone region this grape produces deeply colored wines with full body and firm tannin, however in Australia, where it is known as Shiraz, the wines are lighter and fruitier. Aromas and flavors for these wines vary as much as their geographical breadth suggests: berries, smoked meat, bell peppers, even tar.


Shiraz:

Australian name for the grape known as Syrah in France.

Banfi Chianti Classico Riserva

Attributes:
Producer:

Castello Banfi
Region:

Chianti Classico Riserva, Italy
Varietal:

Sangiovese
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2002: WineAndSpirits Rating: 86
Acidity:

soft

2001: WineEnthusiast Rating: 87
Body:

solid
Flavors:

beet, berry, chocolate, citrus, herbs

1998: WineSpectator Rating: 86
Body:

lean, medium- to full-bodied
Complexity:

focused

1998: Tanzer Rating: 86
Acidity:

fresh
Body:

medium-bodied
Complexity:

deep
Flavors:

berry, cherries, mint, spice, strawberries, vanilla

1998: WineEnthusiast Rating: 88
Body:

solid
Complexity:

complex
Flavors:

bacon, black fruit, butter, cinnamon, clove, dark fruit, licorice, meaty

1997: WineEnthusiast Rating: 87
Body:

lean, medium-weight

1993: Tastings Rating: 87
Body:

lean
Compliments:

elegant
Flavors:

cherry, minerally, minerals, tea

1989: WineSpectator Rating: 79
Flavors:

chocolate, plum
Fruit:

ripe

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.

Casanova di Neri Brunello di Montalcino

Attributes:
Producer:

Casanova di Neri
Region:

Brunello di Montalcino, Italy
Varietal:

Sangiovese Red Blend
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2003: WineAdvocate Rating: 89
Fruit:

sweet

2001: Tanzer Rating: 91
Flavors:

berries, blackberry, blueberry, cola, dark chocolate, leather, licorice, minerally, tar

2001: WineAdvocate Rating: 89
Fruit:

concentrated, juicy

1999: WineAdvocate Rating: 90

1999: Tanzer Rating: 91
Flavors:

cherries, game, leather

1997: Tastings Rating: 86
Body:

full-bodied
Complexity:

deep
Flavors:

meaty
Fruit:

concentrated

1997: WineAdvocate Rating: 90

1991: WineSpectator Rating: 85
Acidity:

fresh
Body:

medium-bodied

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.