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Grilled Vegetable Salad with Feta – Red or White Wine?

June 29, 2017 By Steven 4 Comments

When we discovered this recipe, we were amazed at how wine-friendly it was. While Chenin Blanc won us over, the flavors in this grilled salad also pair nicely with Rosé and lighter-styled Merlots. This is a summertime must-do.

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Filed Under: Chenin Blanc, Merlot, Provence Wines, Vegetables Tagged With: Chenin Blanc, Merlot, Rosé

Cab Franc and Swordfish with Rosemary, Olives & Citrus

March 18, 2015 By Steven Leave a Comment

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.

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Filed Under: Cabernet Franc, Fish, Sauces Tagged With: Cabernet Franc, Grilled Swordfish, Merlot, Tapenade

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