Whatever’s in the ‘Fridge Flatbread
We love flatbreads and pizza for weekend lunches. Sometimes we have a plan and sometimes we just root around in the refrigerator and see what we have. You might like trying your own version with whatever you have in your ‘fridge. Flatbreads seem to taste great with a wide variety of wines, we usually just … Continue reading
Unti Vineyards: Italy in Sonoma
If you visit Sonoma add Unti Vineyards to your list. If you like food friendly wines (less oak, lower alcohol, more acidity) don’t wait to visit, just place an order. Even if you’re not ready to order, sign up for their mailing list; their newsletter offers a glimpse of their personality with plenty of tongue-in-cheek … Continue reading
A Favorite Winery – Wind Gap Wines
When you pull up to Wind Gap you might wonder if you are at the right place. You made it to Forestville, a sleepy little town near Santa Rosa, CA. You see an old fruit processing factory and there won’t be a tour bus anywhere in sight. In fact you’ll have to call ahead … Continue reading
Domaine Rouge-Bleu Dentelle & Braised Chicken
If you’re a red wine drinker looking for a wine to go with lighter foods, Domaine Rouge-Bleu Dentelle may be just the ticket. This Rhone blend of Carignan and Grenache was perfect with a cheese plate, braised chicken and roast acorn squash! Upon opening, Dentelle has a very earthy aroma. It dissipates in 15 minutes … Continue reading
“Our Grand Meander” Walla Walla – Mannina Cellars
Mannina Cellars is a new winery for us. A Minneapolis friend (thanks, B.J.!) who knows our interest in food-friendly wines highly recommended we visit them while in Walla Walla. As a wine touring destination, Walla Walla still has that “diamond in the rough” quality. You won’t see signs like “Tour Bus Parking.” The area still … Continue reading
Domaine Rouge-Bleu CdR & Lamb Chops
After discovering Sunshine Harvest Farms at the farmers markets this year, I now keep locally raised lamb chops in the freezer, ready at any time! I really wanted to make some lamb chops this week, so I was looking forward to trying this wine with lamb. Cotes du Rhone wines are some of the most … Continue reading
