Summer’s on its way. Grilled Snapper is always a winner, but this recipe . . . with Savenniéres . . . a rich Chenin Blanc from the Loire Valley . . . takes it to another level. You gotta try this pairing!
Cali Wine Road Trip – Days 6 & 7 – Sea Ranch and Big Sur
Our final leg of this Road Trip is all about the northern and central California coastline – some of the most dramatic coastal terrain in the US. Check it out.
Cali Wine Road Trip – Day 5 – Anderson Valley
On this day we head north to the wineries in the Anderson Valley, through a Redwood Grove and to the coastal town of Mendocino.
Cali Wine Road Trip – Day 4 – Sonoma
The Russian River Valley in Sonoma – a mosaic of microclimates – is a haven for cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Check out what we learned there.
Cali Wine Road Trip – Day 3 – Ridge
The road trip targets Ridge Vineyards in the Santa Cruz Mountains.
Cali Wine Road Trip – Day 2 – Santa Ynez Valley
The road trip continues on through the Santa Ynez Valley to Moonstone Beach.
Cali Wine Road Trip – Day 1 – Ojai
Join Trish and me on a wine road trip from Newport Beach to Mendocino. First stop: Ojai Valley.
Cab Franc and Swordfish with Rosemary, Olives & Citrus
Want to serve a grilled fish dish to your red wine-drinking guests? This is the recipe that fills that bill. And serving it with Cabernet Franc will showcase your skills in creative wine-pairing.
Chicken alla Cacciatore – Red or White Wine?
Chicken Cacciatore – food for the soul! Some recommend pairing it with Sangiovese; others opt for a spicy, fruity white like Gewurztraminer. I tested those, but then found a superior option.
Riesling and Mardi Gras Gumbo
This past Tuesday was Mardi Gras – a perfect opportunity for Shrimp Gumbo. I paired this great recipe with a German Riesling and a Beaujolais Morgon. Which was best? Take a look . . .