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Grilled Salmon with Creamy Tarragon Sauce – Wine Pairing

March 13, 2017 By Steven 3 Comments

Fiano di Avellino and this retro sauce recipe make music together when paired with grilled Salmon. Check it out.

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Filed Under: Fish, Italian Whites, Pinot Noir, Sauces, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier Tagged With: Fiano di Avellino, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier

Frappato and Chicken Marsala

January 30, 2017 By Steven 1 Comment

The critics are raving about the 2014 vintage of Sicilian wines. While a healthy dose of skepticism is always in order, I agree with them in this case. Nero d’Avola and the reds from Etna are excellent examples. But give Frappato a try . . . especially paired with this Chicken Marsala dish. Eccezionale!

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Filed Under: Pinot Noir, Poultry, Sicilian Wines Tagged With: California Pinot Noir, Chicken, Frappato

Holiday Wines for 2015

December 10, 2015 By Steven 4 Comments

The Holidays are nearing, so I thought I’d share with you my recommendations for your special dinners this Season. Cheers!!!

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Filed Under: Cabernet Sauvignon, Champagne/Sparkling, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir

Coq Au Vin Wine Pairing

April 1, 2014 By Steven 2 Comments

Elevate the humble chicken and serve Coq Au Vin. Julia Childs will show you the way. And pairing this with a beautiful Pinot Noir from California will illustrate why this is a classic combination.

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Filed Under: Pinot Noir, Poultry Tagged With: California Pinot Noir, Chicken

Duck Breast and a Cult Pinot Smack-Down

November 2, 2013 By Steven Leave a Comment

A cult, California Pinot Noir gets smacked down by a Rioja Crianza? Yes, you read that correctly. How? It’s all about the sauce!

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Filed Under: Pinot Noir, Poultry, Rioja, Sauces Tagged With: California Pinot Noir, Duck Breast, Potatoes, Rioja

Salmon: Chardonnay or Pinot Noir?

September 5, 2013 By Steven Leave a Comment

Grilled Salmon pairs beautifully with a number of light-styled wines. Choosing one depends on the sauce or salsa accompaniment.

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Filed Under: Chardonnay, Fish, Fruit, Pinot Noir Tagged With: California Chardonnay, Fruit Salsa, Grilled Salmon, Rice & Beans

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