Designations
Red table wines are your most faithful allies for a lunch consisting of the finest traditional Italian dishes. Familiar, warming and comforting like grandma’s cooking. In other words, unmissable. Discovering these wines will take you on a journey through all of Italy’s regions, from Nebbiolo in Piedmont to Valpolicella in Veneto. You will be amazed by their incredible quality. Here are some examples: Barbera, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cannonau, Dolcetto, Nero d'Avola, Pinot Noir, and Aglianico.
Pairings
As red table wines are often fruity and slightly full-bodied wines, they can be accompanied by platters of cured meats and cheeses, first courses like lasagne, and main courses like steak tartare, or delicious homemade meatballs. Light wines with low tannin content, such as Pinot Noir, can even be paired with fish soup or salted cod recipes.