Pumpkin Cannelloni

Raw cannelloni

Cannelloni is a type of lasagna that is cylindrical, usually served with a baked filling and topped with an Italian cuisine sauce. The popular toppings include ricotta, spinach, and ground beef. The cylindrical shells are mostly covered in tomato sauce. Also, it is a typical Catalan cuisine also known as canelons. Traditionally, … Read more

Hosting a Wine Tasting Party

In a world that is constantly on the go and out the door, it’s hard to find time in the day to stop. Even when you’re trying to relax, the stresses of entertaining can outweigh the joys of getting together with friends. First you have to pick a date, then a time, … Read more

Honeydew Melon Granita

Honeydew Melon Granita

Recommended wine pairing: Pomino Bianco and Benefizio Serves 6 Ingredients: 1 honeydew melon, seeded, peeled and coarsely chopped 1/4 cup water 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup white wine Zest of one lime 12 large mint leaves Heat water in a small saucepan over med-high heat. Stir sugar into the hot water until … Read more

Tuscan Sandwich

Tuscan Sandwich

We recommend pairing Frescobaldi Nipozzano Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG and Frescobaldi Castiglioni Chianti DOCG with this Tuscan Sandwich recipe. Serves 6 Ingredients: 1 lb eggplant (2 small or one large), sliced 1/2? thick 1 tsp salt 2 red peppers, washed 1/2 lb thin sliced provolone 1/2 cup prepared pesto 1/4 cup balsamic … Read more

Etorki

I enjoy exploring different countries when pairing wine with cheese. Why not try Etorki (eh-tor-kee), a French Pyr?es sheep’s milk cheese? Etorki is said to be from a shepherd’s recipe over 4,000 years old. It has a reddish brown rind with a light golden yellow paste. When I taste this cheese with … Read more

Prosciutto Wrapped Salmon

Prosciutto Wrapped Salmon

Recommended wine pairing: Pomino Pinot Nero and Nipozzano Mormoreto Serves 6 Serve with warm Polenta Ingredients: 6 ? 4 oz fresh salmon filets, deboned and skin removed 6 thin slices prosciutto 1 large onion, cut into thin lengthwise slices 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp butter 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar 8 oz … Read more

Tenuta di Castiglioni Cheese Pairings

Tenuta di Castiglioni Cheese Pairings

Gruy? Asiago Gouda Parmigiano-Reggiano Dry Jack Pecorino Romano Pecorino Toscano Mozzarella Provolone Fontina Monterey Jack Gorgonzola Blue Cheese Cheddar    

Pinot Grigio

Sommelier fills the glasses during pinot gris wine tasting

Pinot Grigio is a type of wine that deserves your full attention. This famous dry white wine from Italy is considered one of the top wines in the United States alone. Zesty, refreshing, and punchy, Pinot Grigio is best served with a cold glass of lemonade in the summertime. Its acidity has … Read more