Sparkling Autumn Chianti

By Dglmedia

A blanc de noirs, with its fruity, hint of vanilla flavor, is a great sparkling wine choice for this recipe. We also suggest using Lady or Gala apples.

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
• Garnish: fresh rosemary sprigs

Preparation

Step 1

1. Cut pear lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices, cutting from stem end through the bottom. Cut apples crosswise into 1/4-inch slices.
2. 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.
3. Stir in sparkling white wine just before serving. Serve over ice. Garnish, if desired.

Note: Prepare and chill up to 24 hours beforehand.