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FOOD PRODUCER / POGGIO PREGANA

We are delighted to suggest some pairings of our wines for your culinary creations.
Barbera is a versatile wine, often characterized by freshness and vibrancy, with notes of red fruit and a pleasant acidity:
Cured meat platters from the Oltrepò Pavese, such as Varzi salami.
Risottos, especially those with sausage or porcini mushrooms.
Grilled red meats, such as ribeye steaks or gourmet hamburgers.
Semi-aged cheeses, like Montebore.
Uva Rara is typically smooth and delicate, with hints of berries and spices:
Roasts of pork or turkey seasoned with aromatic herbs.
Pasta dishes with white ragù or mushrooms.
Polenta served with light game stews.
Croatina is robust and tannic, with notes of dark fruits, spices, and a pleasant rusticity:
Braised meats, stews, or game in rich sauces.
Aged cheeses, such as Pecorino or Grana Padano.
Meat-filled ravioli with hearty sauce.

WINEMAKER / MANIA' GIANNI

Our wines pair wonderfully with a wide variety of dishes. Here’s a small selection:
Ribolla Gialla
Perfect with light appetizers, fish tartare, fresh salads, and shellfish dishes. Excellent also with fresh cheeses and goat cheese.
Sauvignon
A great match for vegetable dishes like asparagus or herb risottos, as well as baked fish and delicate white meats.
Pinot Grigio Manià
Ideal with structured first courses such as vegetable lasagna, white meats in light sauces, and flavorful fish like sea bass.

FOOD PRODUCER / MACELLERIA LO SCALCO

We would like to suggest some pairings that can best enhance the rich flavors of our products.

Tuscan salted shoulder.
Bread: Warm Tuscan crostini or unsalted bread (sciocco).
Cheeses: Fresh or semi-aged Pecorino, which enhances its savoriness.
Wine: Chianti Classico or Vernaccia di San Gimignano, which balance the saltiness with their fresh notes.

Briciolona.
Bread: Focaccia or oil flatbread, which adds a soft and savory contrast. Condiments: Fruit mustards (such as figs or quince) or red onion jam.
Wine: Young Sangiovese or Rosso di Montalcino, with their acidity that cleanses the palate of fats.

San Genesio ham.
Bread: Whole wheat or crunchy bread for an interesting contrast.
Fruits: Cantaloupe melon, fresh figs, or pears for a sweet-salty combination. Wine: Vermentino or Bolgheri Bianco, with their fruity and mineral notes that enhance the delicate flavor of the ham.

Tuscan salami.
Bread: Bruschetta or multigrain bread. Cheeses: Mild Gorgonzola or Taleggio, which complement the robust flavor of the salami.
Wine: Chianti Riserva or Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, which enhance the intense flavor of the salami.

FOOD PRODUCER / FEDERICO SANTAMARIA

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Here’s a small selection of pairings we recommend:
Galletti mushrooms.
They have a sweet flavor with a subtle plum aftertaste and are perfect for hearty meats.
Cicalotti mushrooms.
Known as one of the best varieties for white meats, they have a sweet taste with a hint of flour and a delightful crunch.
Sauces and Creams Made with natural ingredients, without preservatives, colorants, or additives, using only 100% Italian extra virgin olive oil. Perfect for appetizers or adding a special touch to your cooking, they bring the authenticity of carefully selected ingredients and the delicious taste of our recipes to the table.

 

FOOD PRODUCER / GENTILE BRUSASCA

The pairings you can achieve with our hazelnuts range from both dark and milk chocolate, enriched with small pieces of hazelnuts, to cheeses with delicate flavors such as fresh goat cheese or Robiola. If you love salads, there’s nothing better than adding the crunchiness of finely chopped or whole hazelnuts of your choice, especially with spinach. Hazelnut pesto can be a pleasant surprise to use instead of traditional pine nut pesto, made with fresh basil, olive oil, and of course, cheese.

Our classic desserts such as cakes, tarts, and cookies are a perfect match for both chopped hazelnuts and hazelnut spread cream.

WINEMAKER / ANTICO LABORATORIO S. GIUSEPPE

The Amaro San Giuseppe is a liqueur with an intense and aromatic flavor, characterized by notes of herbs and spices that pair perfectly with sweet recipes. Here are our suggestions:
Dark chocolate.
The bold and slightly bitter taste of Amaro San Giuseppe pairs well with dark chocolate. You can opt for a dark chocolate cake or cocoa biscuits to create a delicious combination.
Tiramisu.
The creaminess and sweet flavor of tiramisu pleasantly contrast with the bitterness of the amaro, creating a balance of flavors. The amaro can also be used to lightly flavor the mascarpone cream, adding a touch of complexity to the dessert.
Vanilla ice cream with coffee and amaro sauce.
Vanilla ice cream provides a neutral base to fully appreciate the flavor of the amaro. A coffee sauce flavored with a few drops of Amaro San Giuseppe adds depth and complexity to the dessert.

WINEMAKER / BIRRA CHIARO DI LUNA

You can pair your recipes with our beers, and for this, I leave you some suggestions.
AUTUMN
Roasted meats: Roast lamb or oven-baked pork, with their succulence and bold flavor, pair well with the balsamic and floral notes of the beer. Aged cheeses: Cheeses like Parmigiano Reggiano or Pecorino Toscano, with their complex flavors, splendidly complement the notes of chestnut honey in the beer.
NOON
Exotic fruit salads: A salad with mango, pineapple, and avocado, which enhances the tropical notes of the hops.
WINTER
Fish dishes: Tuna or salmon tartare, with their lightness and freshness, complement well the dryness and citrusy notes of the beer.
DAWN
Meat-based dishes: Roast beef or spiced lamb, which complement the spicy notes of the beer. These pairings enhance the unique characteristics of each beer, creating a harmonious and enjoyable gastronomic experience. Enjoy your meal!

FOOD PRODUCER / FATTORIA DI CARBOGNANO

Our “red gold” is one of the most versatile spices you can have at your disposal to enhance your culinary creativity, with careful attention to dosing so as not to overpower the other flavors in the dish.

Here are some of the main culinary pairings we suggest, starting with starters:
Saffron Risotto
Perhaps the most famous pairing. Risotto alla Milanese, with its characteristic yellow color and delicate saffron flavor, is an iconic dish of Italian cuisine.
Pasta with Saffron and Seafood
Saffron pairs well with seafood, adding a touch of elegance and distinctive flavor to dishes like spaghetti alle vongole or linguine with shrimp.
Fish Soup
Adding saffron to a fish soup, such as French bouillabaisse, gives the broth a golden color and refined aroma.
For main courses:
Chicken with Saffron
Chicken can be cooked in a creamy saffron sauce, often enriched with cream and white wine, creating a succulent and aromatic dish.
Lamb with Saffron
Saffron is an excellent complement to lamb, especially in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines. An example is lamb tagine with saffron and vegetables.

FOOD PRODUCER / COLTI E COTTI

A pairing must first be imagined, then studied, and finally savored, preferably in good company! Our jams, marmalades, and honeys are the perfect complementary food for cheeses, which are sugar-free. Pairing is a delicate and fun game of balance: generally, sweet cheeses pair well with strong-character jams and marmalades, while aged cheeses are best with honeys and softer jams and marmalades. The rules of the game are many and complex, but the underlying principle is just one: to create a new harmony for the palate.

FOOD PRODUCER / LE2MELE

Made with fresh fruit, rich in vitamins and nutrients, the lemon, orange, and clementine jams are perfect for breakfast and excellent throughout the day. They are ideal for filling tarts, croissants, cakes, and toast.

FOOD PRODUCER / GIARDINO ARCIERI

Extra virgin olive oil is a fundamental ingredient in Italian cuisine, and the Ogliarola Barese and Coratina oils you mentioned offer a diverse range of flavors that can enhance various dishes due to their distinctive characteristics. Here are some recommended culinary pairings for each:
Ogliarola Barese Oil.
Light salads: Perfect for dressing fresh salads with delicate ingredients like lettuce, arugula, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and mozzarella. Ogliarola Barese oil enhances the natural flavors of the vegetables without overpowering them.
White fish: Excellent for accompanying delicate-flavored fish such as sea bream, sea bass, sole, and cod. It can be used both for cooking and as a raw dressing, perhaps with a touch of lemon.
Grilled vegetables: The delicate oil pairs well with grilled zucchini, eggplants, and bell peppers, enhancing their flavors without overshadowing them.
Bruschetta: Ideal for dressing simple bruschettas with fresh tomatoes, basil, and a pinch of salt. Ogliarola Barese oil adds a touch of freshness and sweetness.
Pasta: Perfect for light pasta dishes like spaghetti aglio, olio e peperoncino or a simple pasta with fresh cherry tomatoes and basil.
Coratina Oil.
Red meats: Ideal for seasoning grilled meats such as steaks, beef tagliata, or lamb. The intensity of Coratina oil enhances the robust flavors of the meat.
Legume soups: Perfect for bean, lentil, or chickpea soups, where the oil can add depth and complexity of flavor. A drizzle of raw oil on top of hot soup is an excellent finishing touch.
Bitter vegetables: Great for strong-flavored vegetables like chicory, turnip tops, and radicchio. Coratina oil balances the bitterness of the vegetables with its intensity.
Aged cheeses: Pairs well with strong and aged cheeses such as pecorino, Parmigiano Reggiano, and gorgonzola. It can be used to dress a slice of cheese or as part of a vinaigrette for salads including these cheeses.
Bread and focaccia: Try it with toasted bread or focaccia, where the oil can be the main element to enjoy its intensity. A sprinkle of coarse salt and rosemary can complete the pairing.
These suggestions illustrate how Ogliarola Barese and Coratina oils can elevate the flavors of a wide variety of dishes, showcasing their versatility and unique qualities in Italian cuisine.

FOOD PRODUCER / AZIENDA DI TRAGLIA

Our flours offer limitless combinations that depend entirely on the imagination of those who wish to try their hand at cooking recipes. Here are the main uses we suggest:
SPELT.
Among our flours, it is undoubtedly the most versatile, suitable for all preparations, both sweet and savory. It is excellent especially for pastries, but also for baking.
TYPE 0.
Among our flours, it is undoubtedly the most versatile, suitable for all preparations, both sweet and savory.
TYPE 2.
It is the ideal flour for those seeking high nutritional value. Suitable for bread, pizza, pastries, and baked goods in general, with a semi-integral taste.
INTEGRAL.
Suitable for bread, pizza, pastries, and baked goods in general, with a strong integral flavor.

WINEMAKER / L'AVVENTURA

We are happy to suggest some “happiness” pairings for the pleasure of your palate.
The Cesanese del Piglio DOCG is a red wine with a full body and complex flavors.
Red Meats: Roasts, steaks, and grilled meats.
Game: Wild boar, hare, and pheasant.
Aged Cheeses: Pecorino romano, Parmigiano Reggiano, and blue cheeses.
Hearty First Courses: Pasta with meat ragù, lasagna, and sausage risottos.
The Passerina del Frusinate IGT is a light and fresh white wine, with fruity and floral notes.
Seafood Appetizers: Fish carpaccio, seafood salad, and grilled shrimp.
Fish Dishes: Grilled fish, baked sea bass, and fried calamari.
Vegetable and Vegetarian Dishes: Grilled vegetables, fresh vegetable salads, and vegetable soups.
Fresh Cheeses: Buffalo mozzarella, ricotta, and goat cheeses.
The Rosato del Frusinate IGT is a rosé wine distinguished by its freshness and versatility.
Light Appetizers: Tomato bruschetta, mixed appetizers, and chicken salads.
Fish and Shellfish Dishes: Octopus salad, Catalan-style shrimp, and grilled swordfish.
Summer Dishes: Vegetable couscous, rice salad, and tomato-based dishes.
Cured Meats: Prosciutto crudo, salami, and other light cold cuts.

FOOD PRODUCER / TOSCODORO

Pici all’aglione: This is one of the most classic recipes, where Pici pasta is dressed with a tomato and garlic sauce, known in Tuscany as “aglione”. This dish pairs perfectly with a full-bodied Tuscan red wine, such as Chianti Classico or Brunello di Montalcino.
Pici al ragù di cinghiale: In this dish, Pici pasta is served with a ragù made from wild boar meat, a widely used ingredient in Tuscan cuisine. This rich and robust dish pairs well with a structured red wine, such as Morellino di Scansano.
Pici cacio e pepe: A Tuscan version of the classic Roman dish, where Pici pasta is seasoned with Tuscan pecorino cheese and black pepper. This dish pairs nicely with a medium-bodied white wine, such as Vernaccia di San Gimignano.

WINEMAKER / BRICCO VISCONTI

Natural wine, or rather wine crafted through natural methods, is born from the laborious work in the vineyard, where the earth is honored by banning all sorts of synthetic pesticides or phytosanitary products. Only sulfur and copper, within the limits allowed by organic regulations, find their place in this strict respect for the environment.
The red wines – Miass, Più, and Sofì – come from grapes that we destem and leave to ferment. The wine then matures in ceramic egg-shaped vessels for a year.
The rosé wines – Rosè di Pit, Luise, and Vì – result from grapes that we destem, crush, and ferment for longer than the reds. The wine then matures in porcelain ceramic egg-shaped vessels. Later, they are bottled using the bottle refermentation method.

WINEMAKER / PRIOD FABRIZIO

The Nebbiolo is a full-bodied red wine, tannic, with good acidity, often showing notes of cherry, rose, licorice, and spices. Here are the suggested pairings:
Red meats: Braised beef, Florentine steak, roast beef.
Game: Venison, pheasant.

The Freisa is a red wine with good acidity and pronounced tannins, often slightly sparkling, with notes of red fruits and spices. Pair it with:
Meat dishes: Mixed boiled meats, sausages.
Piedmontese regional dishes: Bagna cauda, veal with tuna sauce.

The Neyret is an aromatic and spicy red wine, with notes of berries, herbs, and spices. Here are the suggested pairings:
Red meat dishes: Roast lamb, meat stews.
Valdostan regional dishes: Carbonada, cheesy polenta.
Cheeses: Fontina, aged mountain cheeses.

WINEMAKER / POGGIO LA LUNA

We suggest pairings for the wine that represents the soul of our cellar: Morellino di Scansano, an excellent wine for any meal, perfectly complementing the rich and flavorful Maremmana cuisine. This wine can be served with various appetizers (such as typical cured meats or Tuscan crostini prepared with chicken liver) or with pasta dishes in meat ragù. Thanks to its intense and full-bodied flavor, it pairs excellently with red meats, particularly with roasts and braises, but also with grilled meats and stews. It also pairs wonderfully with game meats such as wild boar, pheasant, and hare; a classic pairing is with flavorful hare pappardelle.

WINEMAKER / FONTANASSA

We produce one of the most well-known and appreciated Piedmont wines thanks to its aromatic richness and versatility, ranging from still wines to a wide selection of sparkling versions. Let us introduce you to the main ones:
Fontanassa
GAVI DOCG from the town of Gavi – Rovereto
Generous and complex even when young, due to the full maturity of the grapes, lactic acid, and other components resulting from malolactic fermentation.
Cà Adua
GAVI DOCG
Straw yellow color with greenish reflections, aromas of citrus, grapefruit, cut grass, white flowers, dry, fresh, with good acidity, persistence, and mineral taste.
Citu 1921
GAVI DOCG from the town of Gavi
Intense yellow color with golden reflections. Broad and complex, aromas of fruit, pear, yellow peach, vanilla, almond, honey, and ripe fruit.

WINEMAKER / RAMOINO VINI

Our wines, despite having an international vocation, perfectly enhance local dishes and traditions of the region. Therefore, we suggest some useful pairings for your visit along the hillside roads leading to Sarola.

Pigato: This aromatic and mineral white wine, with notes of white fruit and flowers, pairs well with seafood appetizers such as fish carpaccio, tuna or salmon tartare.

For first courses, we recommend accompanying it with Trofie al pesto, trenette al pesto with potatoes and green beans, or spaghetti alle vongole. For main seafood dishes, it complements baked sea bass, sea bream in Ligurian style, and grilled shrimp.

Vermentino: This fresh and fruity white wine, with citrus and herbal notes, shines with light appetizers like seafood salads, crostini with olive or anchovy pâté, or with main seafood dishes such as calamari and shrimp fry, fish en papillote, or stewed cuttlefish.

These pairings highlight the versatility and regional character of our wines, offering a delightful culinary experience along the picturesque hills leading to Sarola.

WINEMAKER / CANTINE RABASCO

Our Montepulciano d’Abruzzo is a very versatile wine with soft tannins.
ROSSO CANCELLI
Ideal with grilled red meats, roasts, and braised dishes. The wine’s structure complements the succulence and intense flavors of the meat, balancing its fat and robust flavors.
Wild game dishes such as wild boar.
Cured meats and aged cheeses like prosciutto, salami, pancetta, Pecorino, Parmigiano Reggiano, and Grana Padano.
Our Trebbiano d’Abruzzo is a fresh, lively wine with fruity aromas.
LA SALITA
Perfect with seafood such as mussels, clams, shrimp, and calamari. It pairs well with seafood salad, linguine with clams, or seafood risotto.
Fish dishes like baked sea bass, grilled sea bream, sole fillets, or a simple fish fry.
Light pasta dishes with vegetables or seafood. Try it with spaghetti alle vongole, basil pesto pasta, lemon and shrimp linguine, or a spring pasta with fresh vegetables.

WINEMAKER / FONDO BOZZOLE

When thinking of Lambrusco, one immediately thinks of a table laden with simple and juicy things, of good living with family and friends, and of a way to best enhance the flavors and culinary traditions of the territory. Any territory.
The pairings we suggest are our invitation to enjoy life with the only natural sparkling wine in the world.
Incantabiss.
This wine pairs perfectly with cured meats, aged cheeses, white meat roasts, and meat-based first courses such as lasagna with ragù. It is also ideal with traditional Emilian dishes such as gnocco fritto and tigelle.
Giano.
Giano goes well with red meats, game, braised meats, and stews. It is excellent with pasta dishes with meat ragù, lasagna, polenta with sausage, and aged cheeses such as Parmigiano Reggiano.
Cocai.
Cocai is ideal as an aperitif and pairs perfectly with light appetizers, finger food, fish carpaccio, summer salads, and seafood dishes. It is also excellent with sushi and sashimi, as well as fusion and vegetarian dishes.

WINEMAKER / ADRIANO GRASSO

Our wines present a very rich and varied range of culinary pairings, and we suggest some of our favorites:
Barbera d’Asti classic method.
It pairs well with Italian dishes such as pasta with sauce, risottos, white meats, and semi-aged cheeses.
Barbera d’Asti Superiore
Ideal with more substantial dishes like roasts, braised meats, game, and aged cheeses.
Metodo Classico Rosé “Adele”
Perfect as an aperitif, it pairs well with light dishes like salads, sushi, fish carpaccio, and shellfish.
Moscato Metodo Classico “Doro”
Ideal with fruit-based desserts, dry pastries, cream-based desserts, and blue cheeses. It can also be appreciated as a meditation wine.

WINEMAKER / MARCO WOLF

We have some suggestions to offer you for enjoying our wines, with the recommendation to also be an explorer for new combinations with the recipes you know.
Trentino Superiore Chardonnay.
Appetizers: Crostini with salmon pâté, caviar tartines.
First courses: Seafood risotto, pasta with clams and cherry tomatoes, tagliatelle with truffles.
Trentino Sauvignon.
Appetizers: Scallop salad, swordfish carpaccio, bruschetta with tomato and basil.
Main courses: Fish en papillote, chicken curry, grilled vegetable dishes.
Trentino Pinot Noir.
Main courses: Duck à l’orange, beef fillet with green pepper, roast lamb.
Cheeses: Semi-aged cheeses like taleggio, fontina, washed rind cheeses.
Pinot Noir Rosé, with its freshness and fruity notes of strawberry, raspberry, and cherry, can be surprisingly suitable for pairing with desserts, especially those that are not overly sweet and have a certain acidity or freshness.

WINEMAKER / SASSOCORNO

RIBOLLA GIALLA
We recommend pairing this wine with both saltwater and freshwater fish, fish-based main courses, and fried appetizers.
FRIULANO SUPERIORE
We recommend it with all Friulian charcuterie boards, particularly with a San Daniele board. It is suitable for dinners with fresh cheeses or dishes with mushrooms and truffles.
REFOSCO DAL PEDUNCOLO ROSSO
It is appreciated, in its peculiarity as a slightly bitter wine, with fresh salami and first courses with meat or sausage sauces, and it is perfect with meat dishes.

WINEMAKER / CA' DEI FIORI

Our Prosecco is a “creative” wine because it adapts to any situation, from a romantic dinner to a lively evening with friends or as a companion for celebrating a special event. Here are some simple occasions where you can let your imagination as a wine enthusiast run wild:
Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore D.O.C.G Extra Dry
An ideal choice for an aperitif and pairs well with appetizers and light dishes.
Foglia oro extra dry
Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore Di Cartizze D.O.C.G Dry
A prestigious choice for an aperitif, served at 8-10°C, it elegantly concludes any social occasion and pairs excellently with all types of desserts.
Prosecco Vino Frizzante Spago D.O.C.
An excellent aperitif, it is an ideal companion for fish dishes and, when served chilled, complements the entire meal.

WINEMAKER / MUSTAZZA

Here are some pairing suggestions for two of our most representative wines from the winemaking heritage of Buseto Palizzolo and Sicily in general:
Catarratto DOC.
Catarratto is a fresh and aromatic Sicilian white wine, often characterized by notes of citrus, white flowers, and a slight minerality. It is a versatile wine that pairs well with a variety of dishes due to its acidity and freshness.
Seafood salad: Octopus, squid, shrimp, and mussels dressed with extra virgin olive oil, lemon, and parsley.
Swordfish carpaccio: Drizzled with olive oil, lemon, black pepper, and a sprinkle of wild fennel.
Spaghetti alle vongole (clams): The freshness of Catarratto complements the delicate flavor of clams.
Seafood risotto: The wine balances well with the richness of the risotto and the flavors of the seafood.
Lemon chicken: The citrusy flavor of the wine pairs perfectly with this light and aromatic dish.
Fresh cheeses: Sheep ricotta, buffalo mozzarella, or soft cheeses like primo sale.
Zibibbo: Zibibbo is an aromatic wine that can be dry or sweet, characterized by notes of exotic fruits, citrus, honey, and spices, often with good structure and complexity.
Crostini with liver pâté: The intense flavor of the pâté is balanced by the aromatic notes of the wine.
Bruschetta with tomatoes and basil: The freshness of tomato and the aroma of basil complement the fruity notes of Zibibbo.
Couscous alla trapanese: A dish rich in flavors, where the wine enhances the spicy and aromatic notes.
Spaghetti with bottarga (cured fish roe): The intense flavor of bottarga harmonizes with the aromatic notes of Zibibbo.
Sweet and sour tuna: The sweet and spicy flavors of the dish contrast beautifully with the aromatic characteristics of the wine.
Sicilian cannoli: The sweetness and aromatic notes of the wine pair perfectly with the sweet ricotta and candied orange peel of the cannoli.
These pairings aim to highlight the unique characteristics of each wine, enhancing the dining experience with complementary flavors and aromas. Enjoy exploring these combinations!

FOOD PRODUCER / NOCCIOLAR

With Piedmont hazelnuts, you can unleash your creativity in the kitchen, thanks to their characteristic of pairing well with many other foods. Here are some examples:

The first pairing, almost instinctive, is with chocolate: chopped or whole hazelnuts can be incorporated into dark or milk chocolate to create pralines, chocolate bars, or chocolate truffles with hazelnuts.

Very intriguing are the pairings with cheeses, especially those with a sweet and creamy flavor, such as Taleggio and Gorgonzola, but also with more aged cheeses like Parmigiano Reggiano and Tuscan pecorino. Pairing with pasta and risottos is a continuous challenge to create new recipes where hazelnuts can be finely chopped, whole, or part of previously prepared pesto.

FOOD PRODUCER / GIOVANNI BIGNAMI

The pairings we suggest, between our cured meats and local wines, represent a true enogastronomic combination that enhances the characteristics of the territory and satisfies the most discerning palates.

Piacentino Salami and Gutturnio: The Piacentino Salami, with its robust and savory flavor, pairs perfectly with Gutturnio, a red wine produced in the hilly area around Piacenza. Gutturnio, mainly made from Barbera and Bonarda grapes, has a fruity taste and good structure that harmonizes well with the complexity of the salami’s flavors.

Piacentino Coppa and Malvasia: The Piacentino Coppa, with its delicate and aromatic flavor, finds an excellent companion in Malvasia, a sweet and fragrant white wine. The sweetness and freshness of Malvasia perfectly balance the savoriness of the coppa, creating a balanced and pleasantly contrasting pairing.

Piacentino Pancetta and Classic Piacentino Sparkling Wine: Piacentino Pancetta, with its rich and enveloping flavor, pairs well with a classic Piacentino sparkling wine capable of enhancing the sweetness of the fatty part without overpowering the flavors of the meaty part of the cured meat.

WINEMAKER / MUZIGHIN

“Il Serafino” Visciole Wine

A beverage with unique characteristics. Aromatic and original. Pair it with desserts in general, chocolate desserts, and medium-intensity chocolate. It pairs well with dry pastries, bundt cake, a chocolate cake, and gives an aromatic touch to cream ice cream or yogurt, enhancing their flavor. A consistent pairing is with aged cheeses such as 32-month-old Parmigiano Reggiano. Recommended serving temperature is 14-18°C.

WINEMAKER /POGGIO ALESSI

BONARDA

Pairs well with cured meat dishes, uncomplicated first courses, and red meats. Serve at room temperature.

BUTTAFUOCO STORICO

Pairs wonderfully with red meats and game.

BRICCO ALESSI PINOT NERO

Pair with game and highly flavorful red meats.

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WINEMAKER /GIORGIO MELETTI CAVALLARI

While our wines have an international appeal, they are deeply connected to the typical cuisine of our regions, which includes game dishes like wild boar, as well as pork and veal roasts. Pairings with pasta dishes rich in meat sauces, such as pappardelle, are highly recommended, especially when flavored with wild herbs that grow naturally along our coasts, like juniper, sage, and bay leaves.

FOOD PRODUCER / DINO ABBO

Our Extra Virgin Olive Oil, with its varying mildness combined with a slight spicy undertone, is the perfect condiment for fish dishes, both freshwater and saltwater. It can be used both in sauce preparations and drizzled directly onto the finished dish. It’s ideal for light salads because it allows the natural flavors of the vegetables to shine through. The patés, spread on slices of bread or crostini, make for a quick and tasty appetizer suitable for any occasion.

WINEMAKER / CANTINA MICHELI

SCHIAVA “TITON”

Paired with traditional dishes from Trentino, for example, with canederli in broth, vegetable soups, or mushroom-based dishes, with salted meat, and typical cured meats from the alpine regions. Pairings with rich foods and those with a particularly intense aromatic profile are discouraged.

KERNER “SOLADIO”

Paired with fish or vegetable terrines, summer salads, grilled fish, and delicate fresh cheeses or slices, this fruity and dry wine is a good match.

SPUMANTE “1223KG”

Paired with fried fish, tartare, shellfish, but it also enhances the taste of white meats or main courses based on fish or vegetables.

SPUMANTE ROSÉ “EVÒOCHI”

This rosé sparkling wine pairs very well with Neapolitan pizza and with tuna and cherry tomatoes, served at a temperature of about 8°C.

WINEMAKER / MALERBA

BLACK ALDER (ONTANO NERO)

This versatile red wine pairs well with dishes based on red meats, roasts, aged cheeses, and traditional Tuscan dishes such as the Florentine steak.

RONZAMORO

This wine pairs well with pork dishes, medium-aged cheeses, and mushroom-based dishes.

FOOD PRODUCER / APICOLTURA COLIBAZZI

The delicate taste of Acacia honey is excellent for sweetening herbal teas and infusions because it does not alter the flavor of the drinks. It’s also ideal to enjoy paired with cheeses like ricotta or scamorza.
Its characteristics make it suitable for children and infants under 12 months; in fact, pediatricians recommend it as a sweetener, added to bottle milk.
The Millefiori Honey is the perfect synthesis of the balance between the typical scents and flavors of the Sibillini Mountains.
It’s widely used in pastry and culinary preparations. Ideal for breakfast to spread on bread or toast. It pairs well with cheeses like fontina or those more aged. It’s excellent to use as a sweetener in infusions, herbal teas, and milk.
Chestnut honey is ideal to accompany meats and more or less strong cheeses like caciotta, caciocavallo, and Parmesan.

FOOD PRODUCER / TARTUFI AL MASSIMO

The White Truffle is considered the “King” of the table. Its unmistakable, satisfying, and exciting flavor and aroma, unique in its kind, perfectly complement traditional dishes such as tajarin, “Fassona” beef tartare, or a simple fried egg. The Black Truffle is excellent in stuffed pastas, omelets, risottos, in soups, and adds a special touch to tartines and bruschettas. The products, on the other hand, are excellent as condiments for any type of pasta or risotto, ideal for seasoning any main course, for enhancing any type of meat or fish, or simply for elevating an omelet. These dishes are further enhanced when paired with our famous local wines like Barbera, Nebbiolo, and Barolo. It’s a pasta suitable to be dressed with the typical Tuscan ragùs, especially those of game.

FOOD PRODUCER / NERO FERMENTO

When tasted, black garlic is a true surprise, savory and flavorful with umami, balsamic, fermented acidic, and sweet notes, perfect to pair with any dish. It’s great to use raw on salads or cold pasta, ideal for flavoring any dish (risottos, pasta, meat, fish, vegetables) by adding it in the last minutes of cooking. Transformed into a cream (with the addition of oil, water, or vegetable broth), it is excellent on crostini, crackers, breadsticks, pizzas, flatbreads, canapés, cheeses, or for dressing pasta.

WINEMAKER / BIRRIFICIO PERUGINI

The countless styles of our beers ensure a perfect pairing with the many traditional dishes of our region, such as the typical cured meats from the local pork butcheries, the meat from our local farms, and the legumes that have always been highly appreciated and a fundamental staple of the Umbrian regional diet.

WINEMAKER / TERRA DEI BRIGANTI

Desserts and liqueurs make a perfect combination, capable of awakening the senses and tantalizing the taste and smell. Among our recommended pairings, we’d like to highlight two in particular:

Genziana and cantucci: These biscuits are perfect for dipping into the liqueur, creating a unique harmony of scents and flavors.

Ferratelle and ratafia: Ferratelle are a typical Abruzzese sweet treat and pair exceptionally well as a dessert, especially when accompanied by sauces and a good glass of ratafià.

FOOD PRODUCER / RISO IN FIORE

Our rice Gloria, with its large and flavorful grains, is the perfect variety for risottos. Here are the pairings we suggest to enhance your favorite dish to the fullest: If you love risottos with fish or seafood, the best choice is a rather dry white wine such as a Gavi, one of the great Piedmontese wines produced in the vineyards of Alessandria. For risottos made with cured meats, opt for a young and not overly full-bodied red wine like a Chianti, or try an unusual pairing with a sparkling Lambrusco that cleanses the palate and leaves room for the flavors of the rice and sauce.

FOOD PRODUCER / PASTA D'ALBA

Our pasta can be paired with a wide range of ingredients to create delicious and satisfying dishes. Here are some combinations that we suggest from traditional Italian cuisine:

With meat sauces such as beef or pork ragù, lamb stew, or wild boar sauce. The sauce perfectly blends with the pasta’s texture, creating a hearty and satisfying dish.

With freshly grated truffle and mushrooms, another typical ingredient of Piedmontese cuisine.

With cheeses, especially gorgonzola, taleggio, and Parmigiano.

With seasonal vegetables for a lighter and vegetarian option. Fresh tomatoes, zucchini, eggplants, bell peppers, or spinach can be used to prepare a light and colorful sauce to serve with the pasta.

With seafood such as mussels, clams, shrimp, or calamari. Fresh or frozen seafood can be used to prepare a seafood sauce to dress the pasta.

FOOD PRODUCER / PANE MATTRASAU

We suggest several pairings using Mattrasau Bread as a substitute for regular bread, each one delicious.

Classic Mattrasau Bread: Ideal for pairing with vegetable soups and fresh seasonal salads.

Mattrasau Bread with Corn: Recommended for quick meals paired with Mediterranean flavors such as olives and anchovies from our seas.

Mattrasau Bread with Spelt: With its delicate flavor, it’s perfect as an appetizer topped with Tuscan olive oil, oregano leaves, and a slice of Cinta Senese ham.

Mattrasau Bread with Turmeric: Be inspired by its ochre-yellow color to create a vibrant pairing with cherry tomatoes, green lettuce leaves, all balanced with chunks of white mozzarella.

WINEMAKER / PADRE PEPPE

The Padre Peppe Elixir is versatile in its consumption methods. It is appreciated neat, at room temperature or chilled, but also mixed with coffee, on ice cream, or in affogatos. Perfect with dried figs with almonds and dark chocolate semifreddo. It pleasantly accompanies moments of meditation by the fireplace and is also ideal with traditional desserts such as those for Christmas, Easter, and chestnut cake, in addition to being an excellent companion for enjoying pure cigars or a well-aged Tuscan.

FOOD PRODUCER / MAMU

Given its versatility and delicate consistency, our Gagliaudo cake pairs well with various local wines from Alessandria. Here’s what we suggest.
Barbera d’Asti: This Piedmontese red wine is characterized by a good structure and pleasant acidity, which complements the sweetness and softness of the Gagliaudo cake. Its notes of red fruits and spicy undertones add complexity to the dessert, creating a balanced and satisfying pairing.
Moscato d’Asti: If you prefer a sweeter pairing, Moscato d’Asti is the ideal choice. This sparkling white wine is known for its intense aromas of tropical fruits and white flowers, which beautifully harmonize with the sweetness of the Gagliaudo cake. Its freshness and liveliness add lightness to the dessert, creating a delicious and indulgent taste experience.

FOOD PRODUCER / LA RISERVA BIO

Due to its intensity and freshness, our oil is ideal for use raw, as this is the mode that preserves its organoleptic profile and allows you to fully appreciate its characteristics. It is perfect on bruschettas, salads, carpaccio, or to enhance soups and legumes. Each region, with its specificities, offers traditional gastronomic pairings.

Don’t worry if you’re not skilled in the kitchen; the oil, with its fresh and intense flavor, manages to enhance the taste of even the simplest dishes.

To preserve its characteristics, we always recommend storing the new oil protected from air, light, and temperature variations. Therefore, it is advisable to keep the extra virgin olive oil in a cool and dry place, away from heat sources, always closing the bottle after use.

FOOD PRODUCER / IL GRADILE

We suggest various pairings that you can create with cooked spelt, such as salads with fresh vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers. It is also ideal for your favorite vegetable or legume soups and stews. You can use spelt to make risottos as an alternative to traditional rice. Spelt flour is perfect for creating sweets and biscuits to be served on the table for tasty, healthy, and nutritious breakfasts. Spelt can be used to prepare risottos, offering a healthy and nutritious variation compared to traditional rice.

WINEMAKER / DISTILLERIA FEDRIZZI

Our grappas, with their richness of aromas and flavors, lend themselves splendidly to being paired with a wide range of dishes and typical tastes of the region, especially local cheeses such as Puzzone di Moena, Trentingrana, or Casolet della Val di Sole. Grappas harmonize well with the robust flavors of Trentino Speck, creating a balanced contrast between the sweetness of the alcohol and the savoriness of aged meats.

If you come to our area, don’t forget to finish a meal of Canederli, our most well-known dish, with a good glass of grappa as a digestive.

For the sweet finale of the dinner, like apple strudel, you can pair it with one of our fruity-flavored grappas, which are ideal for any type of dessert.

FOOD PRODUCER / DI CRISTIANA

I love my rice not only for the individual recipes that can emerge from the creative mind of a chef, but also for its infinite possibilities to pair with any other product of the land and Italian gastronomy. From the legendary saffron risotto, said to be brought by the Flemish during the construction of the Milan Cathedral, to meat, seafood, vegetable, and even fruit recipes. It’s a product that, in its apparent simplicity, is capable of enhancing any flavor it comes into contact with. And what about its chameleon-like ability to absorb the most diverse colors and transport them into its own chromatic nature? It’s him, my rice.

FOOD PRODUCER / DAVIDE IACOVELLA

“OLIO DRITTA” Ideal for bruschette and vegetables. Creamy legume soups and grilled meats. For dessert, a must-try with “cantucci” biscuits with chocolate chips or pistachio.

“GENTILE DI CHIETI” Artichoke ravioli, medium-aged cheeses, lamb meat, white melon, ice cream.

“CORATINA” Soups, creamy soups, vegetable omelettes (with asparagus or artichokes), white meats, ice cream, strudel.

“OLIO DOP COLLINE TEATINE” Cooked vegetables, pesto, orange salad, raw fennel, marinated tuna, ice cream.

arinato, gelato.

FOOD PRODUCER / CONCA D'ORO

The oil we produce and sell is a blend of the varieties we cultivate on our farm, in order to obtain a medium/light fruity oil that doesn’t overpower the flavors of the dishes, but enhances their characteristics, making it suitable for pairing with all types of dishes.

The recommended pairings for the flavored oils we suggest are:

Lemon oil for salads or fish-based dishes.

Wild fennel oil for cold first courses or meat-based second courses.

Chili oil for tomato-based first courses, meat dishes, and wherever the consumer prefers to use it.

WINEMAKER / BUEMI VINI

H.ere are the pairings we recommend for our labels:

ASCESA
Suitable for all meals.
Perfect with white meats.
Also suitable for not overly structured red meats.
Goes well with cheeses aged up to 5/6 months.
Ideal with agnolotti and tagliatelle with Bolognese sauc.
Delicious with porcini mushroom risotto.
Suitable for appetizers and cold cuts, including fatty ones like lard.

CAVAGLINA
Suitable for all meals.
Perfect with red meat, even moderately structured.
Ideal with cold cuts.
Goes well with medium-aged cheeses.
Perfect with first courses with sauces of medium-high texture.
Delicious with mushrooms such as porcini.

VERTICE
Perfect with structured meat preparations such as roasts, stews, braises, and slow-cooked dishes.
Ideal with game meat.
Delicious with truffles.
Suitable for long-aged cheeses.
Perfect with distinctly structured first courses.

WINEMAKER / BLACKMOUTH SPIRITS

Amaro ILEX can be enjoyed neat after a meal or used for garnishing desserts and preparing pastry creams. Its bitter and herbaceous aftertaste is ideal for creating glazes that contrast with the sweetness of cream and butter-based desserts.

BLACKMOUTH DRY GIN is ideal when paired with fish dishes, crudités, and oysters. Its citrusy and fresh flavor complements any fish-based dish. It is also excellent in a gin and tonic to accompany white pizzas and gourmet options.

FOOD PRODUCER / BISCOTTI BIZANTINI

For pairings, we propose the “Byzantine Day”. The gastronomic versatility of our biscuits makes them suitable for various moments throughout the day. So, let’s start with a good morning coffee, rigorously made with the Moka, paired with our coffee-flavored biscuits for a gustatory “play of parts”.

To face the most demanding moments of the day, it’s essential to take a small break with our orange Byzantine biscuits. After a meal or at the table with a sweet or dessert wine like Albana, our raisin Byzantine biscuits are a must, either on their own or paired with zabaglione cream, chocolate spread, or fruit jam.

For the evening, before dinner, we recommend savory biscuits with pumpkin seeds, paired with a good craft beer, a nice glass of white wine, or a platter of cheeses and cured meats. Alternatively, salty almond biscuits can be paired with a big salad or as an accompaniment to main courses as a genuine snack.

WINEMAKER / BECONCINI WINES

Today, this extensive municipality, located halfway between Pisa and Florence, remains a significant center for grape production, with around 600 hectares of vineyards. A large portion of these vineyards still supply their fruits to the renowned Florentine winemakers. It may seem unusual, but especially Pietro Beconcini’s Sangiovese, with its unique elegance and salinity, can be an excellent choice to pair with the famous white truffle of San Miniato.