With Batali's parsnip/pancetta pasta, the 2006 Fontodi Chianti Classico. Larger framed CC, big black cherry fruit, slightly surprising oaky vanilla notes, moderate tannins, good acids. Not especially friendly, needs time. I often find Sangiovese doesn't do well overnight, but this is better on night 2, more integrated and less overt oak. Will leave others alone for a few years. B/B+
With takeout pizza, the 2005 Biondi "Outis" Etna Rosso. I loved the '04 of this, and am not disappointed with the '05. Maybe a bit more fruit forward than I remembered the previous vintage, but still a lovely balance of fruit, acids, and light tannins. Cherry/kirsch fruit, lively in mouth, some peppery spice. Good length, not a blockbuster but sweet and elegant. B+/A-
Grade disclaimer: I'm a very easy grader, basically A is an excellent wine, B a good wine, C mediocre. Anything below C means I wouldn't drink at a party where it was only choice. Furthermore, I offer no promises of objectivity, accuracy, and certainly not of consistency.