For Italian meal

[hotwine]

I assume you'll be using a red tomatoe-based sauce, with or without ground beef. A Barbera goes well with that kind of sauce. I prefer those from Alba in Italy, but one from Asti would work well, too. Costco in this area has the Marchesi de Barolo "Ruvei" Barbera d'Alba for $10.99, a wonderful bargain. I bought three cases back in Feb; had one last night with pizza. If you can't find a Barbera, look for a Chianti Classico.