A Tuscan Harvest: Riesling Rounds Out a Vegetarian Adventure

The wines of Alsace add balance to any kind of cuisine. One way to add to the pleasures of sharing a meal with friends and family is discovering a new culinary world together. Experimenting with a new technique, a fresh new ingredient or an unfamiliar region makes the meal more exciting.

Whatever culinary adventure you’re embarking on, there’s an Alsace wine to make the journey as flavorful as possible. Going vegetarian? There’s a perfect wine for that. Elegant, dry Rieslings offer freshness, intense aroma, and delicately fruity body—all excellent compliments to colorful, seasonal vegetables.

Vegetarian doesn’t have to mean dull. There are vegetable dishes that evoke the rich cuisine of food-famous regions, yet maintain a healthful ingredient list. One delectable example: Chef Rocco Dispirito’s “Spaghetti Aglio-Olio with Squash Blossoms.” This recipe, inspired by the legendary pasta dishes of Italy’s Tuscany region, combines orange and red cherry tomatoes, squash, and fresh-grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese for an explosion of color and flavor. The Riesling’s slightly tart, fresh and fruity flavors offer a delightful counterpart to the dish’s earthy essence.

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