When it comes to Italian wine, two acronyms often come up: DOC and IGT. Both indicate a certification of quality, but they differ in characteristics, criteria, and meaning. In this article, we’ll explore what DOC and IGT mean, their main differences, and when it’s best to choose a DOC or IGT wine.
The *Tartare di manzo* is an elegant and refreshing dish, perfect as a starter or a light main course. It can be served with cherry tomatoes, green salad, or French fries for those who enjoy a crispy contrast, or with caramelized red onion, fresh herbs, or spices to customize its flavor. In any case, we recommend serving it raw with a drizzle of our extra virgin olive oil.
Farfalle al salmone is a simple and quick dish to prepare — perfect for a tasty and light meal. The combination of pasta, salmon, and a delicate cream makes this recipe ideal for any occasion. We suggest pairing it with a glass of our Metodo Classico Millesimato Ventiquattronodi to enhance the refined flavor of this dish.
Gnocchi agli scampi is a delicious and refined seafood dish, perfect for a special dinner or to impress your guests. The delicacy of the gnocchi pairs beautifully with the savory flavor of the scampi and the aroma of white wine. We recommend serving it with a fresh glass of our wine
25.11 IGT: an elegant combination that enhances all the flavors of this sophisticated dish.
Paccheri alla trabaccolara are a traditional Italian dish, rich in flavor and prepared with a delicious sauce made from fresh fish and tomatoes. We highly recommend pairing it with a glass of our Stoppielle IGT white wine to best enhance the intense taste of this dish.
Gli spaghetti alle arselle sono un piatto tradizionale della cucina toscana, particolarmente apprezzato lungo la costa tirrenica. Un piatto semplice ma molto gustoso, grazie alla freschezza e alla delicatezza delle arselle alle quali si consiglia di abbinare il nostro vino Colline Lucchesi Bianco DOC per esaltare al meglio tutti i profumi e i sapori del piatto.
Le pappardelle al cinghiale sono un piatto tipico della cucina toscana, caratterizzato dal sapore intenso della carne di cinghiale abbinata alla pasta all’uovo. Il ragù di cinghiale richiede una cottura lenta e una marinatura per esaltare il sapore della carne e renderla morbida. Un piatto perfetto per i pranzi della domenica o le occasioni speciali, con un gusto ricco e avvolgente che conquisterà tutti! Ideale per l’abbinamento con un calice del nostro vino rosso Serafino DOC Riserva.
I maccheroni ai funghi porcini sono un piatto ricco e saporito, perfetto per esaltare il gusto intenso dei funghi porcini. È una ricetta semplice e veloce, ideale per un pranzo o una cena raffinata, che abbinato al nostro vino Rosso Flora IGT vi regalerà una perfetta combinazione di sapori autunnali.
I tortelli al ragù di carne sono un piatto tradizionale della cucina italiana, in particolare della cucina toscana. I tortelli sono ripieni di un impasto gustoso e serviti con un ricco ragù di carne che li rende ancora più saporiti. Suggeriamo l’abbinamento con il nostro vino Colline Lucchesi Rosso DOC per esaltare al meglio il sapore delizioso di questo piatto.
We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, February 1st and Sunday, February 2nd at the Real Collegio for the event “Lucca Olive Oil You”. An international festival dedicated to top-quality artisanal extra virgin olive oil, organized by the Accademia Maestro d’Olio founded by Fausto Borella, in collaboration with the Municipality of Lucca, Shaner, and Marriott Bonvoy with its Grand Universe Lucca & Residences, and the prestigious Penn State University School of Hospitality Management.
Two days of meetings, show cooking, and tastings with the best Italian producers to discover EVO oil in all its nuances.
It is hereby announced that the wine cellar will reopen as usual on Wednesday, 01/08/25, from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
We would like to inform you that during the holiday season, the wine cellar will be open on the following date:
from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
By popular demand, our summer aperitivo evenings are back! Join us from 7:30 PM to 11:00 PM on the following dates:
For information and reservations, contact us at +39 328 1510088 or send an email to info@labadiola.it
Please inform us of any allergies, intolerances or special requests at the time of booking. Please note that in the event of bad weather the event will be cancelled.
Among the various vine cultivation techniques, pruning is the one that specifically influences both the quality and quantity of the grapes. In fact, pruning not only shapes the plant, but also directly impacts the quality of the fruit.
Winemaking is the process that transforms grapes into wine. There are many key factors in producing quality wines:
For several centuries, the cultivation and propagation of grapevines have been concentrated in specific regions of the world. Italy and France have undoubtedly made wine grape growing their stronghold, giving rise to vast vineyards and world-renowned wines.