Sparkling Autumn Chianti

By ltrodrigu

Serve as part as the Ultimate Fall Party Menu

Ingredients

• 1 Bartlett pear
• 3 small apples $
• 3 fresh plums, cut into wedges
• 1/2 cup cane syrup
• 2 4-inch rosemary sprigs
• 1 vanilla bean, split
• 1 750-milliliter bottle Chianti
• 1 750-milliliter bottle sparkling white wine, chilled
• fresh rosemary sprigs. for garnish

Preparation

Step 1

Cut pear lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices, cutting from stem end through the bottom. Cut apples crosswise into 1/4-inch slices.

Stir together pear, apples, plums, and next 3 ingredients in a 3-qt. glass container until fruit is coated. Gradually stir in Chianti. Cover and chill 8 to 24 hours.

Stir in sparkling white wine just before serving. Serve over ice. Garnish with rosemary sprigs, if desired.

Note:
Prepare and chill up to 24 hours beforehand.