scallops

The vineiyard is in the Valpolicella Classico Region. The rows are planted extremely close together and receive intense pruning, resulting in low yields and excellent richness. All grapes are harvested at night, to retain maximum freshness and acidity.

This wine is bright, very crisp, and well rounded. Spicy nose and a rounded body.

Much nicer than the Two Oceans South African Pinot Grigio we had a few nights ago.

Keep a little on the chilly side .. as it warms it isn’t quite as full flavoured.

Tried something a little different. Crushed pistachios on top of the scallops and because I wanted a quicker sear, I used Avocado oil and butter instead of the usual olive oil. Rice instead of the usual couscous. Veggies were zucchini and small asparagus spears. Orange salad with cut dried figs (instead of dates) Yo – pomegranate molasses and a small splash of Sambuca.

PINOT GRIGIO DELLE VENEZIE – TOMMASI LE ROSSE

$17.99 regularly $19.99

12% alcohol

UPC: 08004645365106

To us, this is the best Ortega on the Island.

Symphony used to lease all the vines at Starling Lane and they had GREAT Ortega. Gerry and Sherry Mussio (one of the 3 partner owners of Starling) also planted the same vines at their home acreage.

This shows the difference that terroir can make to a wine.

To us, home acreage Ortega is softer, mellower, and fuller bodied than the Starling vintage.

I helped harvest in 2018 at Mussio’s but not for the 2019 vintage.

Only available at Symphony vineyard or delivery from them. $21.00

12.1% alcohol

Clear. Bright and Crisp.

You don’t need a pic of supper, because we’ve done a pairing with Vancouver Island Scallops before.

Real Simple: Salt. Pepper Saffron. Butter only. Takes the same amount of time as the couscous.

Tonight was a slight variation with the salad. B used watermelon. Extra refreshing.
Twas a great mix of wine and food.

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