What I’m Sipping On In… NOVEMBER 2008
If Gemma were a rockband, I’d be the president of its fanclub.
I’ve been all about the warm, corner restaurant in the Bowery Hotel since it opened. I’m there at least once a week and I have to admit I order the same thing every time. In the food department, that is.
But lately, instead of a simple white wine from the extensive and predominantly-Italian selection of grape regions, I’ve been getting a little wild.
It was only this fall that SCB first introduced me to a red that is both sparkling (frizzante) and served chilled. And it was love at first sip. I rarely see it on a wine list or in a wine shop, making it all the more appealing and intriguing.
And I’m proud to announce, it’s on the menu at Gemma!
Last week, I had one, then two, then five glasses of the oh-so-delicious Lambrusco.
And I recommend you all to do the same. (Plus two advil, water, and your skincare regimen before bed.)
Yes, LDiva – I LOVE the Lambrusco – it’s nice when you find something that isn’t so readily available and becomes a bit of a treasure hunt to find.
Lambrusco had a BAD reputation due to BAD marketing and promotion (Riunite anyone?) but is enjoying a revival thanks to its true Italian identity and heritage being (re)discovered.
I first came upon it at Frankie’s Court Street Spuntino in my Brooklyn neighborhood – it was a La Luna – love at first sip. On a return trip with LDiva, she became a fan as well.
Not loving the Wikipedia article and I truly object to that photo…good Lambrusco is dark ruby red with a foamy Welch’s grape juice-like head. Had a great one at Bacaro in Chinatown tihs week, try and talk the bartender into opening a fresh bottle, that’s the way to experience it.
This is my favorite article and gives suggestions on the best bottles for your own treasure hunt!
http://thepour.blogs.nytimes.com/2006/07/26/lambrusco-no-joke/
GREAT article!
Who knew Via Emilia was known for its Lambrusco selection.
It is conveniently VERY close for a post-work glass or 10.
In this economy, 10 may be more like it.
PS – If leggings were able to stage a comeback, I hereby state we can single(double?)handedly bring Lambrusco back.
I went to Via Emilia last week! That article piqued my interest. The Lambrusco selection was incredible and the food was GREAT! I’m ready for more anytime…with or without leggings ;-)
Via Emilia?!?!?!! We have to go! :)