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Chateauneuf du Pape

Chateauneuf du Pape with Grilled Lamb Chops

February 23, 2017 By Steven 2 Comments

The rosemary-infused marinade for these chops drove the wine pairing. The result? A perfect score for the Janasse Chateauneuf du Pape!

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Filed Under: Chateauneuf du Pape, Lamb Tagged With: Chateauneuf du Pape, Grilled Lamb Chops

The Wines of Château Beaucastel

August 20, 2015 By Steven 6 Comments

A boat cruise up the Rhone River in Southern France took us from Tarascon (just south of Avignon) to Lyon. One of the many highlights included a tour, tasting and lunch at Château de Beaucastel, a famous producer in Chateauneuf du Pape. Check out the menu and wine pairings!

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Filed Under: Restaurant Recommendations, Wineries Tagged With: Chateauneuf du Pape, Muscat, Southern Rhone

Chateauneuf du Pape with Beef Tenderloin & Green Peppercorn Sauce

March 13, 2014 By Steven 3 Comments

Chateauneuf du Pape:  Clos des Papes 2005 – Pairing Rating:  9.5 out of 10.0 Secure in our winter retreat in Newport Beach, CA., Trish and I have evaded the snow, ice and cold of Connecticut . . . at least for a while.  This is our second winter here and we love it:  the sunshine,…

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Filed Under: Beef/Lamb/Venison, Sauces, Vegetables Tagged With: Beef Tenderloin, Chateauneuf du Pape, Green Peppercorn Sauce

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