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What is Viognier? Viognier is a white grape variety from the Rhône Valley in France, specifically from Condrieu’s small appellation. There are tiny amounts of this variety grown in its native spot, but it has gained popularity worldwide, especially in California. Viognier produces richly textured wines with soft acidity. Flavors Read more…
What is Riesling? Riesling is a white wine grape that grows prominently throughout Germany and Austria and in Alsace in France. Riesling is made in many styles, including bubbly, bone dry, semi-sweet, and dessert level sweet. There’s a popular wife’s tale that ALL RIESLING IS SWEET. Nothing could be further Read more…
What is Riesling? Riesling is a white wine grape that grows prominently throughout Germany and Austria and in Alsace in France. Riesling is made in many styles, including bubbly, bone dry, semi-sweet, and dessert level sweet. There’s a popular wife’s tale that ALL RIESLING IS SWEET. Nothing could be further Read more…
What is Pinot Grigio? Pinot Grigio, aka Pinot Gris, is a grey grape variety that is a color mutation of Pinot Noir. This mutation is believed to have happened in Burgundy sometime in history, but this grape is best known as Pinot Grigio in Northern Italy and Pinot Gris in Read more…
Glorious Gewürztraminer Pairings: Choucroute Garnie Thai Curry Mussels Moroccan Chicken Tagine Kung Pao Chicken Tarte Flambé Vegetable Indian Thalis Roasted Butternut Squash Soup Seared Foie Gras Crab Salad w/ Ginger Dressing Red Fish Curry Korean Style BBQ Wings Muenster Cheese
Oyster/Shellfish Platter Dover Sole Meunière Sushi Platter Roasted Pork Loin w/ Apples Veal Piccata Seared Lemon Butter Scallops Extra Veggie Fried Rice Vegetarian Indian Thalis Onion Tart Pork Pad See Ew Creamy Chicken Stew Poached Fish w/ Creamy Sauce Sautéed Chicken Breast w/ Garlic Herb Butter Sauce Creamy Cheeses
Creative Chardonnay Wine Pairings Lobster Roll Dover Sole Meunière Seared Scallops w/ Cauliflower Purée Roasted Chicken w/ Glazed Root Veggies Chicken Pot Pie Fettuccine Alfredo Grilled Pork Chops w/ Spiced Pears Truffle Mac and Cheese Eggs Benedict Creamed Spinach Thanksgiving Turkey and Fixins’ Mushroom Risotto Poached Halibut w/ Sautéed Spinach Read more…
Awesome Unoaked Chardonnay/Chablis Pairings: Oysters w/ Citrus Mignonette Escargot in Garlic Butter New England Clam Chowder Baked Chicken w/ Lemon and Herbs Fish Tacos Futomaki Veggie Sushi White Pizza w/ Greens Light Creamy Cheeses – Camembert Baked While Fish w/ Beurre Blanc Razor Clams w/ Citrus and Chilies
What is Albariño? Albariño is a white grape from Northwestern Spain mainly grown in Rias Baixas and in Northern Portugal where it’s known as Alvarihño. It is also finding quite the home in cool coastal regions such as Central Coast California. The grape produces crisp, fresh, and salty white wines. Read more…
Great Zinfandel Food Pairings: Asian Glazed Pork Belly Burger w/ Caramelized Onions and American Cheese General Tso’s Chicken Delivery Pepperoni Pizza Duck Tacos Barbecued Salmon Blistered Tomatoes and Peppers Philly Cheesesteak Wiz Wit Korean BBQ ZINFANDEL FAQ