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Here are
three of my favorite reds to weather any storm.
Let it snow, people. I’ve got a
list of favorite reds to weather any storm. I did some legwork, err…umm…some
glasswork and have three great reds to wash away the winter blues.
Italian Reds:
If it’s a
big storm, and you’ve got a big budget, go big with a big Italian red like a
Barolo, which is made 100% from nebbiolo grapes. Another option would be to try
a Barbaresco, which is also 100% nebbiolo as Barolo much less expensive.
Snuggle up to the fire, pour a glass of one of these intensely flavored reds
and cook up some risotto. The intensity of the wine will complement the
richness of this classic northern Italian dish.
Cabernet Sauvignon:
Nothing
says weather chaser better than a rich cabernet. The cabernet grape is a
small berry with a thick skin, giving it a high solid to juice ratio and
creating a wine high in color, tannin and extract. Some typical cabernet
descriptors include cassis, cedar and currant. Big
and balanced, cabernet is the perfect stormy match for a fatty steak or
something gamey.
Zinfandel:
If the
rations are low, Zinfandel is bold enough to keep you warm all on its own. Known
as the quintessential California grape, so find some
California cheese and enjoy. Many Zinfandels are usually priced for longer
storms in case multiple bottles are needed.
Don’t shovel the driveway. Pop a
cork instead. And since we don’t usually get snow in Lafayette, pop a cork
anyway - It’s still winter right.
Which reds will you be sipping on throughout the winter?
