30.03.2018
How to choose the right wine for any occasion.
The combination of food and wine is the art of knowing how to create perfect harmonies that enhance flavors while reflecting our own personality. The great Dalì, in his 1978 illustrated book entitled “The Wines of Gala", suggests dividing the wines according to the emotions one feels and demonstrating how they can also be a source of nourishment and gratification for the soul and for the heart. Choosing a wine to accompany a dish should be made according to, not only to our personal tastes, but also with precise known rules. The fundamental principle is always the curiosity, trying to challenge the palate leaving a door open to experimentation. In fact, the practice of tasting increases and refines the amount of aromas and fragrances that can be remembered and contextualized.
Food and wine pairing: advice from experts.
The perfect pairing between food and wine takes place through the careful observation of some important characteristics such as taste, aroma and intensity. In fact, the flavors are paired with one other for correlation and contrast. Generally speaking, we can affirm that fatty foods, such as soft or well-matured cheeses, go well with savory and well-structured wines, but also with sparkling wines; the succulent foods, such as stewed meat or very seasoned first courses, find their best pairing with tannic and robust wines; vegetables, fresh cheeses, fish and white meats are enhanced by fresh white wines with good acidity, as well as with rosé wines; finally the desserts, contrary to beliefs, must always be accompanied by equally sweet wines, even if they are sparkling wines.
White or red wine? The right time to share a good glass of wine will arrive soon enough. If they have invited you to go to happy-hour, you will normally opt for a glass of white wine or for the bubbles. In fact, the structure of these wines lends itself perfectly to pairing with snacks and appetizers. However there are those who are not influenced by the trends and prefer a glass of red wine instead. If, on the other hand, the invitation is for a succulent dinner among friends, red wine will be the ideal companion to cheer up the evening. While, for a sushi or vegetarian dinner, the aromatic and light white wines are perfect for the occasion.
Wine and emotions. There are many wines that are able to excite and engage our senses. We think of those who can evoke our most beautiful memories, like when we are in front of a good glass of red wine, in the company of a friend, or when we sip a sparkling wine to celebrate a family event. It is precisely that pleasant sensation, which remains indelible in our memory, to guide us in the right choice, and to rediscover a moment of well-being and joy. The reds, whites or with bubbles, each bottle of Capoforte has a magical ancient history that smells of wind and sea and will excite you with every glass. Let yourself be carried away by the aromas and fragrances that you like and you will surely find the most suitable Capoforte for your special occasions.
