RED WINE PEACHES: A DECADENT DESSERT FROM THE SOUTH OF ITALY

Peaches In Wine represent a delicious and traditional Southern Italian Recipe that is incredibly simple to prepare and requires no cooking.

This preparation involves letting the peaches soak in red wine for about an hour in the refrigerator, allowing the wine to absorb the fruit’s flavors and transform the peaches into an alcoholic dessert.

The wine is then consumed with the meal, while the alcoholic peaches form a unique dessert in place of the fruit.

This preparation is so popular in Naples that it is also known as “Sangria Napoletana,” probably due to Spanish influence.

Why you will like this recipe

• Simple preparation: Minimal ingredients and no cooking.
• Refreshing flavor: A perfect balance of fruity and wine flavors.
• Versatile: Great as an aperitif, dessert or as a unique addition to a summer meal.
• Authentic Tradition: Embrace the simplicity of Italy’s culinary heritage.

This recipe is extremely simple and, according to the most authentic tradition, requires no additional flavoring or sugar.

Red wine is the traditional choice, and the peaches used are yellow ones, commonly known in southern Italy as “percoche.”

Typically, one peach is calculated for each glass of wine.

The special feature of this recipe lies in the cool temperature of the red wine, while the peaches contribute a delicate fruity aroma to the mix.

Servings: 2

Cooking Time:

• Preparation Time: 10 minutes
• Chilling Time: 1 hour
• Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 cup of red wine
• 2 peaches

METHOD:

Prepare the peaches

• Rinse the peaches thoroughly under running water.
• Peel the peaches and cut them into quarters, obtaining four slices per fruit.

Combine the peaches with the wine

• Arrange the peach slices in a pitcher or large glass.
• Pour the red wine over the peaches, making sure they are completely submerged.

Chill and serve

• Cover the pitcher and transfer to the refrigerator.
• Let the mixture chill for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
• Serve chilled, placing a few peach slices in each wine glass.

Tips for the perfect pairing of peaches with wine

• Wine selection: Use a dry or medium-bodied red wine such as Chianti, Merlot or Barbera for authentic flavor.
• Peach varieties: Yellow peaches (percoche) are traditional, but any firm, ripe variety will do.
• Serving style: Serve in a wine glass for an elegant presentation or in small bowls for a dessert experience.
• Cool properly: Chilling for at least an hour enhances the fruity aroma and allows the peaches to infuse the wine.