Artisanal Provisions: Trending Now

Two of our in-house culinary experts are back to share their top five Artisanal Provisions products trending now. This time, C Marden and Tim Schlarbaum bring you a diverse list of sweet and spicy, all sharing a key commonality – they each pair beautifully with wine. And, like all Artisanal Provisions, are handcrafted gourmet products of the finest quality.

Dry-cured sausage made from the famous Iberico pork of Spain comes from high-quality lean meat and has an intense aroma credit to notable notes of smoky paprika. It’s a beautiful addition to charcuterie boards, flatbreads, salads or simply with fresh bread and a glass of Malbec or Syrah.

This buttery cheese made from Manchega sheep’s milk and handcrafted by Artesanos Queseros is semi-firm with a smooth texture and notes of fruit and grass. Great for melting or as an addition to any cheese board, this ivory-colored 4-month-aged cheese pairs beautifully with a great Spanish Cava or lager or blond Ale.

Cordillera’s Semi Sweet Chocolate flavor profile is a beautiful blend of nuts, berries, and a hint of vanilla. This single-source chocolate from Columbia is great for molding, mousse, custards, creams, and sauces, and pairs well with Riesling or Merlot depending on the recipe.

A unique pairing of buttery green olives, fiery chili peppers and dried tangerine slices, this olive adds a nice blend of sweetness and spice to any dish. It’s great for an olive bar, boards, and salads. We also love it baked on salmon, turned into a tapenade, and paired with Sauvignon Blanc or Malbec.

Daniele Prosciutto is 100% pork that is salted and dry-cured for 12 months to create a beautiful butter texture. Even better, this pre-sliced product provides consistent portions and labor savings. Favorite uses include flatbread toppings, boards, and sandwiches additions, and enrobing vegetables. It pairs well with Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon.