Bottle #9 on Our Shelves | $37
This is our Wine Captain’s top recommended bottle for this week's Friday Night Dinner for Two.
The 2022 Opolo Tempranillo is a layered, food-friendly pairing for bell peppers filled with seasoned ground beef, peas, rice, and Romano cheese, finished with tomato sauce and served alongside saffron rice with slivered almonds.
Its cranberry-cherry and black currant flavors work naturally with the tomato sauce, while notes of plum, black raspberry, clove, licorice spice, and earthiness complement the seasoned beef and Romano cheese. A juicy, fresh character keeps the pairing lively, while fine tannins and a smooth structure give the wine enough depth for the meal without overpowering the bell peppers or saffron rice.
This is the bottle to choose when you want your Friday dinner to feel warm, satisfying, and a little more special.
Why We Recommend It
The bright fruit works with the tomato sauce. The plum and dark berry flavors complement the seasoned beef. Clove, licorice spice, and earthy notes bring out the savory filling, while the fine tannins and smooth structure keep the pairing approachable from the first bite to the last.
Best For
The person who wants a fuller, fruit-forward red with enough structure for a hearty Friday dinner, while still feeling smooth and easy to enjoy.
Wine available for guests 21+. Valid ID required at pickup or dine-in. Wine availability may vary.
Bottle #9 on Our Shelves | $37
This is our Wine Captain’s top recommended bottle for this week's Friday Night Dinner for Two.
The 2022 Opolo Tempranillo is a layered, food-friendly pairing for bell peppers filled with seasoned ground beef, peas, rice, and Romano cheese, finished with tomato sauce and served alongside saffron rice with slivered almonds.
Its cranberry-cherry and black currant flavors work naturally with the tomato sauce, while notes of plum, black raspberry, clove, licorice spice, and earthiness complement the seasoned beef and Romano cheese. A juicy, fresh character keeps the pairing lively, while fine tannins and a smooth structure give the wine enough depth for the meal without overpowering the bell peppers or saffron rice.
This is the bottle to choose when you want your Friday dinner to feel warm, satisfying, and a little more special.
Why We Recommend It
The bright fruit works with the tomato sauce. The plum and dark berry flavors complement the seasoned beef. Clove, licorice spice, and earthy notes bring out the savory filling, while the fine tannins and smooth structure keep the pairing approachable from the first bite to the last.
Best For
The person who wants a fuller, fruit-forward red with enough structure for a hearty Friday dinner, while still feeling smooth and easy to enjoy.
Wine available for guests 21+. Valid ID required at pickup or dine-in. Wine availability may vary.
