Feudi di Romans Refosco Italy, Friuli
Last Friday was an ideal day in New York City for late January. Sunny skies and temps in the mid 50's was all I needed to motivate a day of walking in the city. My girlfriend and I met up after work for some dinner at Mario Batali's Lupa Osteria Romana. Known for its authentic Roman fare at reasonable prices, this place is good eats. The wine list is large and also reasonable. While we both ordered salads to begin, her's was a bit more memorable. It was parsley greens with lemon, red onions and shaved pecorino. The waiter held a separate sizzling plate of pancetta that he topped the salad with at the table. It was delicious! I choose the Saltimbocca for my main dish. This always blows me away. It leaves every taste bud satisfied.
Although I thought a good earthy red from Puglia would pair nicely I ended up trying something different. I've never had Refosco before, but I knew I liked the mineral qualities of wine from this region. Slightly smoky aroma with hints of blackberry. Mixed berry on the palate with a smooth texture. Light tannins. Earthy bitter notes on the finish. It was a good food wine, but there was so much in the flavor of the Saltimbocca, I'm not sure which wine could show a complex palate next to it.
Mmmm... I love Lupa. Is "Osteria Romana" the original location on Thompson St? Damn, I don't understand Italian.
Posted by: g58 | January 23, 2006 at 06:38 PM
Damn right it's the same one, lol.
Posted by: WaterintoWino | January 23, 2006 at 07:44 PM
what, you don't mention my cacio e pepe?
Posted by: wino's girlfriend | January 23, 2006 at 08:26 PM
1. I love Lupa. The wine list is great and oh so reasonable in price.
2. I'm not so sure about Refosco. See my latest posting on mondosapore.com...
Ciao, con amore.
Terenzio
Posted by: Terry Hughes | January 25, 2006 at 08:24 PM