Melini Borghi d'Elsa Add
Le Casalte Rosso di Montepulciano Add
Montecastelli Toscana Add
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Melini Borghi d'Elsa

Attributes:

Producer:

Melini

Region:

Chianti, Italy

Varietal:

Sangiovese

Bottle Size:

750 ML

2005: WineAndSpirits Rating: 86

Acidity:

clean

Aromas:

floral

Complexity:

simple

2002: WineEnthusiast Rating: 84

Acidity:

fresh

Body:

light

Compliments:

pleasant

Flavors:

barnyard, leather, peppery, raspberry, rhubarb, strawberry

1998: WineEnthusiast Rating: 87

Acidity:

bright, crisp, tart

Flavors:

cherry, licorice

1992: WineSpectator Rating: 74

Complexity:

rich

1990: WineSpectator Rating: 84

Complexity:

rich

Flavors:

berry, red cherry

1989: WineSpectator Rating: 81

Body:

light

Compliments:

drinkable

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

Chianti:

Italy’s largest wine region extends through much of Tuscany. Chianti is divided into seven districts, all of which are DOCG status. These wines, made primarily from the Sangiovese grape, are often given the name of the district where the grapes are grown. Chianti Classico is the heartland of the zone, and the best area for wine. Chianti wines vary in style according to their aging: Riserva wines are quite often aged in French oak, and may be released only after two year or more at the winery. A very dry wine, it can range from light-bodied to almost full-bodied, with aromas of cherry and violet, and flavors reminiscent of tart cherries. The best Chiantis have very concentrated fruit character and usually taste best from five to eight hears after vintage. Another great wine from Chianti is Brunello di Montalcino, which comes from a particular strain of the Sangiovese grape.


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.

Le Casalte Rosso di Montepulciano

Attributes:

Producer:

Le Casalte

Region:

Rosso di Montepulciano, Italy

Varietal:

Sangiovese Red Blend

Bottle Size:

750 ML

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

Montecastelli Toscana

Attributes:

Producer:

montecastelli

Region:

Toscana or Toscano, Italy

Varietal:

Dry Red Table Wine

Bottle Size:

750 ML

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

Stuffed Peppers

Rated

Ingredients

8 whole green pepper, cored and seeded
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 yellow onion, pepped and diced
1 garlic clove, peeled and minced
1/4 lb. ground beef
1/4 lb. ground pork
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 Tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1-1/4 cups cooked long-grain white rice
1 tbsp chopped fresh marjoram leaves
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaf, chopped
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup fresh bread crumbs
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Preparation

Char peppers over a gas flame or under a hot broiler, turning to blacken all over. Place in a paper bag, close tightly, and steam for 15 minutes. When cool enough to handle, rub off and remove blackened skin, taking care not to tear flesh. Cut a slit down the length of each, stopping about 1/2" from the tip. (If using bell peppers, simply cut off the top.) Scrape out ribs and seeds. Set aside.

Heat 2 tbsp. oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and garlic and cook until soft and golden, about 20 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high, add beef and pork, breaking meat up with the back of a spoon, and brown for 7 - 10 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, season to taste with salt and pepper, and stir in tomatoes and nutmeg. Cook for 5 minutes, then remove from heat and stir in rice, marjoram, thyme, parsley, and 1 tbsp. oil. Adjust seasoning.

Preheat broiler. Spoon about 1/4 cup filling into each pepper and place on a cookie sheet. Sprinkle with bread crumbs, drizzle with remaining oil, and broil until golden. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Yield

Serves 4 Serves

Cook Time

Prep Time: 15 mins.
Cook Time: 45 mins.

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information is provided as a resource. Values will vary depending on specific ingredients used.
Serving Size: 1
Number of Servings: Serves 4 Serves
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 561 Calories from Fat: 333

Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Total Fat 37g
56%  
Carbohydrates 68g
22%  
Dietary Fiber 13g
52%  
Saturated Fat 19g
95%  
Calories 561kcal
28%  
Cholesterol 48mg
16%  
Protein 29g
48%  
Sodium 661mg
27%  
Calcium
1%  
Iron
28%  
Vitamin A
20%  
Vitamin C
225%  
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.