Musings on the Vine @ Cappella Restaurant, Needham, MA

Everyone knows the sweet wines of Portugal – Port and Madeira, but until recently, few people knew much about the dry wines coming out of Portugal. At our December class at Capella, we took a brief tour through some of dry wines of Portugal. As always, the wines were paired with a succulent meal, prepared by the Rob Picardi and crew.

The flight and the foods are as follows:

2021 Nortico Alvarinho, Vinho Regional Minho

2021 Beyra Quartz Reserva, Beira Interior

 Little Neck Clams & Chorizo

Lemon, Tomatoes, Fennel, Herbs, Chili Flakes, and Olive Oil

2022 Beyra Rosé, Beria Interior

2019 Carm Reserva Casa Agrícola Roboredo Madeira, Douro

2019 Cabeca de Toiro Reserva, DoTejo

Gemelli Bolognese

Pork, Beef, Veal Ragout, Cream & Parmigiano

2019 Castello d’Alba Reserva Tinto, Douro

2017 Dona Maria Tinto, Alentejo

Wood Grilled Prime Brandt Beef NY Sirloin

Mashed Potatoes, Peppers, Onions, and Red Wine Sauce

2020 Quinta, Santa Eufemia Reserva, Douro

2019 Casa Ferreirinha Vinha Grande, Douro

Cheese

Blue Cheese and 24 month Parmigiano