Drink the Bottles

  Summer and citrus have always gone hand in hand, but this June, New York City is taking things a step further. From June 15-22, National Pallini Lemon Week is bringing a celebration of Italian flavor, cocktail culture, and creative culinary experiences to the city, highlighting one of Italy's most beloved exports: limoncello. For many, limoncello evokes memories of leisurely meals along the Amalfi Coast, where the bright yellow liqueur is often served chilled as a digestif after dinner. Yet in recent years, limoncello has found new life beyond the traditional after-dinner pour, becoming a versatile ingredient in refreshing cocktails, frozen treats, and modern aperitivo culture. At the center of the celebration is Pallini Limoncello, a family-owned Italian brand that has spent generations perfecting the art of capturing the essence of sun-ripened lemons in a bottle. Pallini's story dates back to 1875, when the family began producing spirits and liqueurs in Italy. Today, Pallin...

I am really digging this 2016 Jacuzzi Family Vineyards Sangiovese and think it is drinking very well right now.  This is definitely a great Chicken Parmesan pairing now or you could hold it for 5 years to enjoy more depth and less brightness.  This wine is slightly peppery with berries and a bit of funky, wet earth on the nose.  In the mouth, this light-to-medium wine shows off some gorgeous dried cherry bits, hints of candied apples and vanilla.   There's a suggestion of cedar box towards the end and I think it would be great to taste this vintage again in 3 years to see where that goes.  This is a very flavorful wine and one that I think is best enjoyed with the aforementioned meal.  Great value! ABV:  15.0% Sonoma Coast, California Suggested retail price:  $25.00 Drink The Bottles score:  89/100