A Los Angeles Pairing from Sommelier Eduardo Porto Carreiro

From the City of Angels, here is an election night starter that is both salty and sweet at the same time. These bacon wrapped Parmesan stuffed dates will go fast. We asked Eduardo Porto Carreiro, sommelier for GRACE Restaurant in Los Angeles, what wine he would serve with these appetizers. He suggests a young Albarino wine from the Rias Baixas region of Spain as the ideal match for this smoky treat. The fresh acidity of this white wine is a welcome contrast to the richness of both the bacon and the date. Its floral quality perfectly offsets the tidbit’s savory and sweet qualities. A great way to start an evening, check out the recipe at www.epicurious.com.