Wine Pairing with Stuffed Summer Squash:
as recommended by Karen Bonarrigo & Merrill Bonarrigo
Things to know about Pairing wines with Summer Squash:- Baked squash has a natural sweetness in flavor which is enhanced by sweet spices and wine. It pairs with any wine depending on the spices you choose.
- Prepared savory style with herbs, grains or sautéed vegetables, it complements red wines.
- Prepared with sweet or hot spices like curry, cinnamon or ginger with grains or sautéed vegetables or fruits, it complements white wines.
- When baking the stuffed squash, add ¼” of the wine to be served with the dish into the bottom of the baking dish. Cover the pan with foil and bake. The steam will add a hint of the wine flavor to the dish.
Recommended wines:
- Messina Hof Gewurztraminer (Spicy white wine complements holiday spices)
- Messina Hof Semillon (Smooth dry white that enhances food flavors)
- Messina Hof Pinot Noir (Fruitful red that will not overpower the flavor)
- Messina Hof Paulo Tempranillo (Rich smooth red for savory preparation)
Stuffed Squash with Lentils – Image Credit: Bob Norris’ Tomato King Farm in the Vineyard District.
Merrill and Karen Bonarrigo, Wine and Food Pairing experts at Messina Hof Wine Cellars, Inc.