Wine Advisor February 2016

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Spaghetti vongole
with Sauvignon Blanc
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to drink, there’s little wonder Sauvignon
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Sauvignon Blanc has been the ‘it’ wine of the
past decade and New Zealand producers
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of this popular drop.Australia is now producing world class Sauvignons in cooler
climates such as the Adelaide Hills in South Australia and theTamarValley in
Tasmania.The cooler climate produces wines that are elegant, sophisticated with
outstanding purity of fruit.These wines are typically more subtle and a great
accompaniment with food, especially seafood.
Pasta is a popular dish in my home. My favourite style of pasta always includes
seafood, so when I think of a pure and crisp Sauvignon Blanc, I instantly think
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and acidity of Sauvignon Blanc cut through the rich oiliness of the clams, taking both
the wine and the dish to the next level.
Nik Mann
Resident Foodie
Preparation time: 1 hour
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Serves 4
Ingredients
• 400g fresh spaghetti
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 teaspoon chilli, dried
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 punnet cherry tomatoes, halved
• ½ kg clams, washed and sand removed
• ½ cup white wine
• Zest of one lemon
• 1 handful parsley, roughly chopped.
Method
1. Fill half a large pot with water and 1 teaspoon of salt, and bring to the boil.
Add the spaghetti and cook according to packet directions.
2. Once the spaghetti is almost cooked, place a frypan on medium heat and add the
butter, garlic, chilli and cherry tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes or until fragrant.
3. Add the clams, white wine and remaining salt. Cover the pan and cook for
3-4 minutes or until the clams start to open and the sauce has reduced.
4. Once the sauce is ready, discard any clams that haven’t opened. Strain the
spaghetti, reserving half a cup of the spaghetti water and adding it to the
vongole sauce.
5. Gently toss the spaghetti and the vongole sauce. Add the lemon zest and
chopped parsley, making sure to combine evenly.
6. Serve.
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