It's been a minute, F. Scott Fitzgerald.
The Story
"The Great Gatsby" is a tale of wealth, ambition, love, and the pursuit of the unattainable, set against the backdrop of the roaring 1920s. The novel explores the glittering yet hollow world of Jay Gatsby, a self-made millionaire who throws extravagant parties in hopes of winning back his lost love, Daisy Buchanan.
The narrator is one of Gatsby's friends, Nick Caraway, but the less said about him the better.
And, if your high school book report is due tomorrow, there's always the movie. Directed by Baz Luhrmann and starring Leonardo DiCaprio, I wish I'd had it as an option growing up. I had to read the CliffsNotes like everyone else...
The Wine
Vinaria Din Vale Chardonnay Fetească Albă, a unique blend from Moldova, brings together the richness of Chardonnay with the delicate, floral qualities of the native Fetească Albă grape. This medium-acidity wine balances notes of peach and the honeyed texture of Chardonnay with the aromatic freshness of Fetească Albă, resulting in a wine that is both luxurious and nuanced.
Why They Match
Opulence and Elegance: Just as "The Great Gatsby" portrays the opulence of the Jazz Age, Vinaria Din Vale Chardonnay Fetească Albă exudes luxury with its rich, full-bodied profile.
A Celebration with a Bittersweet Edge: Gatsby’s parties are grand celebrations, tinged with melancholy. The fleeting nature of the American Dream is mirrored in the wine's balance. The vibrant, celebratory nature of Vinaria Din Vale Chardonnay Fetească Albă has a nuanced finish, leaving a lasting impression that is both joyful and reflective.
In Character: Flying in an obscure Moldovan wine just seems like something Gatsby would do for one of his parties, if only to give his guests something to gossip about.
By Eddie Beeby
What wine would you pair with "The Great Gatsby?"
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