Food Pairing - Pasta

If you're planning on cooking a pasta dish for a romantic evening at home or just a causal dinner, the key to pairing it well with wine is to match the wine to the type of sauce you are using. Chianti is the classic for any tangy red tomato or vodka sauce, as the dry red wine plays nicely with the bold sauce.
If you are serving a cream sauce with butter or cheese flavors, Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay are both great options. The creamy flavors in both of these wines will complement the cream in the sauce, bringing out the richness in the dish. One of these whites is also a great choice if you are tossing your pasta with fresh veggies in a simple garlic and olive oil combination.
Then, if you really want to impress, pick a dessert to match! Chocolate or ice cream to go with the red wine, sorbet or fresh fruit topped with honey with your white.

Ercavio

Mas Que Vinos - Tempranillo, 2005 $11-$14
If you're a pinot noir lover like me, you will love this one. The wine is light on your tongue and easy to sip, quite fruity without being too overbearing. Most Tempranillos have an earthy taste similar to a syrah, yet the fruit in this wine reminds me more of a nice, mellow merlot. You can still taste the earthy undertones as it has a strong finish, but you are first hit with an almost wildberry taste.

Bottom Line: This is a great wine for an evening; it will go well with a meaty dish but it is also nice for sipping before and after your meal.