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Butternut Squash and Pork Lasagna

Pour: Castello La Leccia Chianti Classico
Organic Sangiovese from Tuscany

Bright red cherry and lively acidity cut through the rich sausage-and-bacon gravy, while the Sangiovese's savory edge is made for sweet roasted squash.

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