Varvaglione Vigne & Vini, a winery established in 1921, invites you to enjoy an excellent gastronomic pairing, combining the delicate taste of the wine “12 e Mezzo-Negroamaro del Salento IGP Limited Edition” with a refined, typically Apulian menu consisting of an appetizer, a first course, and a dessert.
Negroamaro is historically one of the most widespread red grape varieties in the Puglia region, particularly in Salento. It is precisely this wine, with its intense red color and violet reflections, that offers intriguing olfactory sensations, accompanied by a fruity and delicate taste, making it especially appreciated by the female palate, easy to pair, and suitable for any occasion.
What makes it enjoyable is the combination of several elements. The “12 e Mezzo-Negroamaro del Salento IGP Limited Edition” is indeed a full-bodied wine, like typical Apulian reds, although thanks to its modest 12.5% alcohol content, it is perfect to pair with light and delicate dishes. This very combination makes it a unique wine and appeals to a public that enjoys more elegant flavors, to be savored with simple, lightly prepared dishes.
Pairings can be varied, but what we would like to propose is an exclusive and interesting combination between the wine “12 e Mezzo Negroamaro del Salento IGP Limited Edition” and the following menu composed of three courses.
To start, we suggest an appetizer of Burratine with Eggplant and Tomato Caponata, which is very quick to prepare and simply requires fresh Apulian burratine combined with eggplant, red onion, green tomatoes, red wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, and salt.
The main course, the highlight of this menu, is a first course featuring Cime di Rape, prepared with whole wheat Apulian orecchiette, cime di rape, garlic, filleted salted anchovies, bread crumbs, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper.
To beautifully conclude the menu, we recommend an excellent dessert, Coppa Capriccio, prepared with vanilla or fiordilatte ice cream, peanuts, and fresh or preserved berries.
Voilà, the menu is served.
Enjoy your meal from Varvaglione Vigne & Vini.
