fettuccine alfredo

A Pairing from Two Continents

Alfredo, a classic, indulgent Italian cream sauce, meets crisp Argentinian Chardonnay. The result is bite after sip after bite of an addictive merriment of cheese, garlic, salt, and acid. It’s the adult version of sitting down to a bowl of white cheddar mac and cheese (from the box) that you loved as a kid (and…

beet risotto

Beet Risotto with Malbec

Risotto often gets a bad reputation for being a bit difficult to execute. In reality, it’s quite simple and oh so rewarding. This recipe uses carnaroli rice, a highly prized rice grown in Northern Italy. It has a higher starch content than the more commonly used arborio rice which gives this risotto a firmer texture.…