Do You Know Vermentino??? Your Perfect Pairing Guide

If you'd like to Support the Podcast, you can buy Nikki and Michael a glass of wine and get a shoutout on a future episode!We’re diving into the world of Vermentino! As spring unfolds, it’s the perfect time to explore this refreshing white wine that’s ready for its perfect pairing on your table! I'll catch you up on everything you need to know about this lesser know Italian white grape and then Michael and I turn traditional food and wine pairing on its head. Instead of picking a meal and then choosing a wine, we decided to go with the wine first – a concept we refer to as "wine first pairing".Then join Michael and I in our kitchen as we try an exciting new spring pasta recipe and see how all the flavors come together.We're talking about: What Vermentino is known for and what to expect in the glass Our delicious Sip Spotlight wine, 2023 Reeve Vermentino from Sonoma County and where to find itHow the temperature of the wine in your glass really does make a differenceLinks and Resources:Check out Reeve Winery and plan you wine tasting visit! Follow them on IGUntil their new 2024 vintage is available in May, you can find the Reeve Vermintino at Bottle Barn and through the Vivino ap.Here's the recipe for the delicious Pea, Pancetta and Broccolini PastaBe sure to top your pasta (and everything else) with our favorite red chili peppers from Burlap and Barrel. A collaboration with our good friend and James Beard finalist, Dan Richer. Checkout the highlight bubble on Nikki's Instagram, to see the delicious pairing!The wine that I make, Sollevato Sangiovese is available to be shipped to most US States. (Use the code PODLISTENER for 10% off.) It's a delicious, medium bodied, aromatic red wine that is perfect with pizza, pasta and your charcuterie spread!You also NEED some delicious California Olive Oil from our awesome sponsor American Olive Farmer. Use code SipWithNikki for $10 off your order!Please leave a RATING or a REVIEW (on your podcast listening platform), or thumbs up and subscribe (on YouTube!)Questions? Comments? Guest requests? [email protected]