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Spaghetti Alle Vongole & Suhru La Crescent

October 12, 2025

The Suhru La Crescent seems to be the wine of the summer—a season we desperately cling to every year as it slowly starts to slip away as we move into September.

Spaghetti Alle Vongole

BUT, just because summer is coming to a close does not mean we are pumping the breaks on our seafood consumption, quite the opposite actually!

This classic Spaghetti Alle Vongole in Bianco recipe comes together quickly, and for so few ingredients the payoff is always impressive.

As we approach the cooler months, we enter the BEST time for shellfish recipes. Shorter lines at the fish market, cooler waters (which are safer harbors for our food), and a downtick in prices have us lengthening our summer-style eating for a few more months.

This classic Spaghetti Alle Vongole in Bianco recipe comes together quickly, and for so few ingredients the payoff is always impressive. La Crescent pairs up to this recipe (and most clam recipes, in general) perfectly with its punchy acidity and lemon notes.

Why we love this recipe:

  • Purging the clams guarantees they won’t be sandy.
  • Removing most of the cooked clams from their shells, then adding that meat back to the pasta at the end, makes the dish easier to eat.
  • Finishing the pasta in the sauce allows it to absorb all that good briny flavor.

About Suhru La Crescent:

A refreshing, unique wine with a big burst of flavor, La Crescent has bright acidity and the slightest touch of sweetness. A brand new grape, La Crescent is well suited to the cool climates of the Northeast, making it a natural fit for a sustainable-minded winemaker. This delicious sipper now comes in a 250ml can (aka a glass of wine)!

Gold Medal & 92 pts at the 2024 NY Wine Classic

Tasting Notes: Off-dry. Hints of white peach, lime, light floral notes and pink grapefruit. Crisp, refreshing acidity. Soft and easy sipping!

Pairings & Occasions: Fried chicken, lemon desserts, grilled & fried seafood, shortbread, cheese & charcuterie boards, days out on the boat and sipping with friends. 

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