HUGH CRICKMORE

S1, EPISODE 2

What wines do you drink with one of the most beloved foods, pizza?! Hugh Crickmore, wine director of Blanca and Roberta’s, guides you through the best choices. 

What are you drinking now? 

Nebbiolo, basic to Barolo

Favorite wine and food pairing?

Champagne and roast chicken

Favorite wine restaurant or bar?

Four Horsemen, Brooklyn

Favorite all time wine?

Bonne Mare Chambolle Musigny

Best wine under $15? 

Red: Cote du Rhones

White: Veneto, Orvieto, Soave, and Puzelat from Loire Valley France

Weekly Wine Sip: 

2014 Vietti Dolcetto d' Alba Tre Vigne, Italy, $16-20

The wine is a purple red color with a blue hue, a nose of of black cherry, raspberry and blueberry, on the palate, black and red cherries and minerals, moderate acidity and a medium bodied mouthfeel.  Pairs well with Pizza, red sauce, and sausage. Love It