Has there ever been a more worthy winter pairing than Lasagne and Red Wine?
Probably not.
Luckily for us, Anthonij Rupert Wyne, an estate that celebrates savouring “la dolce vita” – the sweet life, has created a quintessentially Italian pairing of Sangiovese and lasagne.
The culinary team at the Terra del Capo Antipasti Bar – situated at Anthonij Rupert Wyne near Franschhoek – have paired these two Italian classics as part of their winter menu of Italian-inspired dishes. The pairing of authentic and delicious mini lasagne and the estate’s Terra del Capo Sangiovese is a feature on the current Antipasti menu, crafted by Chef HW Pieterse to evoke an element of winter indulgence.
Seen as a rather difficult ingredient to pair with wine, tomato, in its slow-cooked lasagne form, is a natural partner to the Terra del Capo Sangiovese. The wine’s ripe cherry, supple plum and layered spicy flavours effortlessly complement the homemade lasagne’s rich, meaty texture and intense tomato flavour.
Each glass offers up bright cherry and blueberry aromas, spicy highlights and smooth vivacious fruitiness, skillfully balanced by a gentle hint of oak. Although complex, it is very approachable and lingers with a light cocoa finish.
Available directly from the Terra del Capo Tasting Room at R85 per bottle.
Visit Terra del Capo Antipasti Bar from Tuesday to Sunday. They are only open for lunches and operate ‘By Appointment Only’, so pre-booking is essential.
