Wine and rock share energy, character and consistent refinement over time. The vibrations of an electric guitar and the bouquet of a great wine create an unexpected harmony, perfect for accompanying moments of conviviality. The pairing with Southern Comfort Food finds its highest expression in Sasso al Poggio – Toscana IGT, ideal for intense dishes such as sweet and sour ribs. What if a wine could be a rock song? Piccini’s Pinocchio recalls the rebellious and playful spirit of Edoardo Bennato’s famous album Burattino senza fili, for a tasting experience that sounds like a hymn to freedom.
Wine and Rock: what are if any commonalities?
Explosive power and constant refinement of technique make rock the perfect soundtrack for wine. The brilliant rhythms of rock are the ideal background for enjoying a bottle in company, celebrating a union between music and wine that is anything but daring.
Southern Comfort Food and wine: a really difficult marriage? Is there an ideal wine of yours for some pairing with Hard Rock Cafe cuisine?
Our “Sasso al Poggio – Toscana IGT” enhances savory dishes, such as delicious sweet and sour pork ribs. The nose releases a concert of red fruits, bay leaves and tamarind. The soft and elegant palate hints at great structure, sprinkled with the freshness of Sangiovese.
If one of your wines was a rock song what would it be?
The latest addition to the Piccini household, our “Pinocchio,” inherits the rock and rebel soul of the wooden puppet. Treat yourself to a dive into the most beloved fairy tale of all time, to the notes of one of the most iconic albums of Italian music: “Puppet Without Strings” by Neapolitan rocker Edoardo Bennato. “What a hurry! But where are you running to? Where are you going?”