A direction
A red for tomato pasta
Bright, juicy reds with the acidity to match tomatoes.
Why this works
Tomato sauces are sharp. A red with fresh acidity and gentle tannin tastes smooth next to them; a heavy, oaky red tastes flat and bitter.
What to look for on the label
- Barbera d'Asti
- Barbera d'Alba
- Dolcetto
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