If you're like me and a $40+ bottle of wine is an uncommon treat then try this to upscale a lower tier red. I love a nice Chianti (no fava beans) or straight sangiovese but I just cant afford the upscale brands. Here is a $10 bottle of Roccalta. ($5 if you shop at total wine and more). Its a perfectly fine bottle but if you pair it with Parmigiano Reggiano and an uncured salami (both from Sam's Club) then it becomes a sublime treat. I feel like I'm back in Italy sitting under the Tuscan sun. The savory meat and umami of the cheese perfectly balances the dry acidity of the sangiovese grape. Try it and save the last glass to enjoy an decent Maduro for an Carbone's experience on an Olive Garden budget. Salute!
by PigPokerPapa