Bottles of Wine

2005 Rombauer Vineyards Carneros Chardonnay 750ml

$ 29.97 + $13.00 for Handling

2005 Rombauer Vineyards Carneros Chardonnay 750ml Rombauer Vineyards 2005 Carneros Chardonnay is a rich wine with layers of tropical fruit, peaches and pears. The fruit opens up into creamy textures of apples and pears that glide across the palate. Hints of citrus and light oak tones highlight the wine's lingering finish. Food Pairing: Chardonnay goes well with chicken, seafood, and fish. About Varietal: Chardonnay originated in the Burgundy area of France. There are many world-class Chardonnays being produced in California. Recipe: Ginger Orange Scallops with White Wine Recipe 1 lb scallops 1/4 cup orange juice 1/4 cup white wine 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger 1 tsp soy sauce 3 tbsp butter Mix orange juice, wine, giner, and soy sauce in a small bowl and blend well. Melt butter in large skillet, add scallops and cook, stirring frequently, until scallops are opaque (2-3 minutes). Remove and place on serving platter. Add OJ mixture to the pan and bring to boil. Cook, whisking, until sauce is slightly reduced (1-2 minutes). Return scallops to the pan and cook for around 1 minute.

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2002 Columbia Crest Reserve Columbia Valley Cabernet

$ 22.97 + $13.00 for Handling

2002 Columbia Crest Reserve Columbia Valley Cabernet Food Pairing: Cabernet goes well with beef, lamb and goose. It also does well with brie, cheddar cheese and chocolate About Varietal: Cabernet is the king of wines. Full flavored, full bodied, full tannins. Cabernet is for people who like big wines. California Cabernets are the biggest and boldest, French Cabernets (Often from Bordeaux) tend to be more mellow and subtle. Many of the best Cabernets have flavors and aromas of berries, plums, currants, cocoa, smoke, leather, cedar and oak. Recipe: CABERNET-BRAISED SHORT RIBS Prep time: 20 minutes / Cook time: 3 hours Ingredients: 3 to 4 pounds bone-in beef short ribs (4 large short ribs) Sea salt and freshly ground pepper 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound small parsnips, peeled and cut into chunks 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into chunks 1 medium onion, peeled and cubed 1 garlic bulb, peeled and sectioned 1 tablespoon flour 1 (750 ml.) bottle Mario Perelli-Minetti California Cabernet Sauvignon 1 (14 + -oz.) can reduced sodium beef broth 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 2 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme Directions: Season short ribs with salt and pepper. Working in batches in a large pot, cook in oil on medium-high heat until well browned. Remove from pot and set aside. Add parsnips, carrots, onion and garlic; cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, for 10 minutes. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute more. Add wine, broth and Dijon to pot, scraping up any browned bits on the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon. Return short ribs to the pot. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer over low heat, covered but with the lid cracked, for 2 hours. Remove cover and simmer over medium-high heat for 30 minutes. Season to taste with thyme, salt and pepper. Serve over soft polenta or mashed potatoes. Makes 4 servings. *May substitute turkey sausage. Pairing Suggestion: The main cue in food and wine pairing is the type of sauce or spice used on each dish, so pair these hearty short ribs with the same Cabernet Sauvignon used in the sauce.

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2004 Lauterbach Cellars Russian River Pinot Noir

$ 27.97 + $13.00 for Handling

2004 Lauterbach Cellars Russian River Pinot Noir The Lauterbach Pinot Noir is a lovely ruby color and has a very fruity nose that continues onto the palate. Aromas of chocolate and plum abound in the bouquet followed by flavors of the same. Perfect paired with a range of foods from salmon to lamb, the wine finishes long and memorably. About Estate: The estate vineyard of Lauterbach Cellars is located in the heart of Sonoma County's Russian River appellation, an area famous for its Pinot Noir. Stew and Barb Lauterbach purchased the 15 acre parcel in 1992. Land preparation began in 1995 and 7.8 acres of Pinot Noir were planted in 1996. Three acres of Syrah clone 877 followed in 1998. They started making homemade wines with the first harvest and those wines met rave reviews. With the demand for their home made wines came the logical step of starting a winery... besides, they couldn't afford to give it away forever! Food Pairing: Pinot Noir is one of the most versatile wines to pair with food. It goes great with all types of meat including poultry and seafood. Pinot Noir will also pair wondefully with sweet, spicy, and umami (protein, savory) foods. About Varietal: Pinot Noir traditionally grows in the cool Burgundy region of France. Many attempts have been made to grow this grape elsewhere--with mixed results. In some regions of California, Oregon and Washington, this grape flourishes, and produces wines of great complexity and smoothness.

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2002 Ridge Geyserville Zinfandel 750ml

$ 39.97 + $13.00 for Handling

2002 Ridge Geyserville Zinfandel 750ml Zinfandel is an excellent wine to pair with a wide variety of meats (excluding poultry and seafood). The classic Zinfandel pairing is BBQ and Chili. Pizza, hamburgers, and hearty pasta dishes also work well. Recipe: Steak with Mushroom Merlot Sauce Recipe This steak recipe goes very well with merlot wine - Use some for the sauce, and the rest for your glass! INGREDIENTS: 2 10oz ribeye steaks 2 tsp pepper 2 Tbsp vegetable oil 3 Tbsp butter 6oz shiitake mushrooms 1 shallot 3/4 cup merlot 1 Tbsp thyme First, salt and pepper steaks on both sides. Heat the vegetable oil to medium high, and then cook steaks for about 3 minutes per side. Put the steaks on a plate but keep the oil in the pan. Put the butter in the pan, along with the wine, chopped up mushrooms and chopped up shallots and reduce for 5-10 minutes. Pour this sauce over the steaks and serve.

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Wine For Dummies 4th Edition B-WFD  Click Here

$ 21.99

Wine For Dummies, 4th Edition Wine enthusiasts and novices, raise your glasses! The #1 wine book has been extensively updated! If you’re a connoisseur, Wine For Dummies, Fourth Edition will get you up to speed on what’s in and show you how to take your hobby to the next level. If you’re new to the world of wine, it will clue you in on what you’ve been missing and show you how to get started. It begins with the basic types of wine, how wines are made, and more.

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