Leacock's 10-Yr Maderia Add
Hospices de Beaune 'Cuvee Rousseau-Deslandes' Beaune Add
Simi Zinfandel Add
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Leacock's 10-Yr Maderia

Attributes:
Producer:

Leacock's
Region:

Portugal, Other
Varietal:

Madeira
Bottle Size:

750 ML

NV : WineSpectator Rating: 90
Compliments:

distinctive
Flavors:

caramel, tea

NV : Tastings Rating: 92
Acidity:

tangy
Body:

full-bodied
Complexity:

complex, rich
Fruit:

concentrated

Food Matches:
Desserts: Bread Pudding, Cakes, Chocolate, Chocolate Cake, Pecan Pie
Fruits & Nuts: Plums, Walnuts

Portugal:

Well known for its Port and Vinho Verde wines, Portugal is one of Europe’s leading wine producing countries. It competes closely with Germany for the position of fourth largest wine producer in Europe. Portugal is also the worlds leading producer of cork. Single-handedly it accounts for nearly 70 percent of the worlds commercially traded cork supply.

Hospices de Beaune 'Cuvee Rousseau-Deslandes' Beaune

Attributes:
Producer:

Hospices de Beaune
Region:

Beaune, Rouge, France
Varietal:

Pinot Noir
Bottle Size:

750 ML

Food Matches:
Cheese: Brie, Goat Cheese, Sharp Cheddar
Fish or Shellfish: Grilled Ahi Tuna, Grilled Salmon
Herbs & Spices: Anise, Fennel Seed, Tarragon, Basil, Cinnamon, Mint, Mustard, Pepper (black, white, green), Rosemary
Poultry & Eggs: Coq Au Vin, Roast Goose, Roast Turkey
Red Meat: Beef Stew, Pork Chops, Veal w/Fruit Sauce
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce
Vegetables: Beets, Mushrooms, Roasted Asparagus

Pinot Noir:

(pee noh nwahr)—A tricky grape to grow, Pinot Noir makes some of the best wines in the world. The prototype wine is red Burgundy from France but Oregon, California, New Zealand, and parts of Australia also produce good Pinot Noir. The wine is lighter in color than Cabernet or Merlot with relatively high alcohol, medium-to-high acidity, and medium-to-low tannin. Its flavors and aromas can be very fruity or earthy and woodsy, depending on how it is grown. It is rarely blended with other grapes.

Simi Zinfandel

Attributes:
Producer:

Simi Winery
Region:

Sonoma County, United States
Varietal:

Zinfandel
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2005: WineSpectator Rating: 86
Acidity:

zesty
Flavors:

cherry, cinnamon, licorice, raspberry, sage, smoky

2005: CGCW Rating: 86
Body:

full-bodied
Flavors:

jammy

2000: WineSpectator Rating: 85
Compliments:

elegant
Flavors:

cherry, rhubarb

1999: WineSpectator Rating: 85
Body:

medium-bodied

1999: Tanzer Rating: 85
Acidity:

bright
Complexity:

supple
Flavors:

cedar, cherry, earthy, herb, mocha, wild berry
Fruit:

fairly intense

1999: WineEnthusiast Rating: 87
Body:

medium-bodied

1998: Tanzer Rating: 87
Acidity:

snappy
Flavors:

berries, clove, orange peel, red berry, spice
Fruit:

juicy

Food Matches:
Cheese: Aged Cheddar, Feta, Goat Cheese, Smoked Gouda, Soft Pungent Cheese
Fruits & Nuts: Citrus Fruits
Herbs & Spices: Anise, Fennel Seed, Tarragon, Bay Leaf, Cinnamon, Clove, Mint, Oregano, Pepper (black, white, green)
Pasta & Grains: Lasagna, Pasta with Peppery Mushroom Sauce
Poultry & Eggs: Coq Au Vin, Game Birds, Herb Marinated Chicken, Roast Chicken with Herbs, Roast Turkey, Spicy Chicken Dishes
Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Beef Stew, Game, Grilled Pork Tenderloin, Ham, Hamburgers, Lamb Stew, Minestrone, Sausage, Wild Game - Elk, Caribou, Moose, Venison
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce
Spicy Food: Beef Stir Fry
Vegetables: Lentils, Tomato

Sonoma:

Like its neighbor Napa, Sonoma is a small area filled with independent wineries and characterized by microclimates that vary according to the topography. The coolest parts of Sonoma are the fog-filled south, where the grape varieties are Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Northwards up the valley the climate warms and provides a good base for Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel. In general Sonoma wines are less dramatically flavorful than those of Napa. Cabernet Sauvignon is relatively soft, with blackcurrant fruit, minty and eucalyptus perfume, and some soft buttery oak. Zinfandel ranges from soft and gulpable to massive bramble and pepper styles. Chardonnay is rich and juicy, especially from the Russian River, and Sauvignon Blanc can be zingy and grassy. Most Sonoma wines have a freshness and a soft edge which makes them very suitable for drinking on their own, however they partner well with strongly flavored fish and meat dishes. The old-style Zinfandels are delicious with spicy cuisine.


Zinfandel:

One of California’s oldest varietals, this grape actually hails from Croatia. Red Zinfandel makes rich dark wines that are high in alcohol and medium to high in tannin. The can have a blackberry or raspberry aroma, a spicy character and even a jammy flavor. Some Zinfandels are relatively light-bodied and meant to be enjoyed young, while others benefit from aging.

Sticky Buns

Rated

Ingredients

1 loaf bread dough, thawed
1/4 cup chopped nuts
2 tbsp raisins
1/2 cup butterscotch pudding mix (not instant)
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 cup sugar
6 tbsp butter
1 tbsp light brown sugar

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Thoroughly grease the bottom of a tube pan.

Slice the bread dough in half lengthwise, then cut each half into 6 pieces.

Sprinkle the nuts and raisins over the bottom of the prepared pan. Place the bread pieces over the nuts and raisins.

Blend together the pudding mix and cinnamon and sprinkle over the bread pieces.

Place the sugar, butter, and brown sugar in a small saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring, over medium heat. Remove from the heat, cool to warm, and pour over the bread pieces. Cover the pan with a cloth and let rise overnight in the refrigerator.

Bake the buns for 30 minutes. Let stand for 2 to 3 minutes, then turn upside down onto a plate and serve.

Yield

Makes 12

Cook Time

Prep Time: 15 mins.
Cook Time: 30 mins.

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information is provided as a resource. Values will vary depending on specific ingredients used.
Serving Size: 1
Number of Servings: Makes 12
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 116 Calories from Fat: 99
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Total Fat 11g
16%  
Carbohydrates 20g
6%  
Dietary Fiber 5g
20%  
Saturated Fat 9g
45%  
Calories 116kcal
5%  
Cholesterol 18mg
6%  
Protein 7g
11%  
Sodium 37mg
1%  
Calcium
0%  
Iron
13%  
Vitamin A
3%  
Vitamin C
5%  
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.