R & B Cellars 'Serenade in Blanc' Sauvignon Blanc

Attributes:
Producer:

R & B Cellars
Region:

California, United States
Varietal:

Sauvignon Blanc
Bottle Size:

750 ML

Food Matches:
Cheese: Feta, Fondue, Goat Cheese, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Ricotta, Swiss
Fish or Shellfish: Ceviche, Salmon with Lemon
Fruits & Nuts: Citrus Fruits, Mango Salsa
Herbs & Spices: Anise, Fennel Seed, Tarragon, Basil, Cilantro, Coriander, Curry, Dill, Thyme
Pasta & Grains: Pasta with Pesto
Poultry & Eggs: Chicken Stir Fry, Chicken w/Lemon
Red Meat: Liver, Pate or Liver, Pork Chops
Sauces: Vinaigrette, White Wine Sauce
Spicy Food: Yakisoba
Vegetables: Artichokes, Asparagus Quiche, Roasted Asparagus, Roasted Sweet Peppers, Salad, Spinach, Tomato

Sauvignon Blanc:

Comes mostly from California, France, New Zealand, and South Africa. Its highly acidic wines are often suggestive of herbs or grass. Light to medium bodied and usually dry, European versions are generally not oaky while California Sauvignon Blanc can take on many of the qualities of Chardonnay. France has two classic wine regions for the Sauvignon Blanc gape: Bordeaux and the Loire Valley The Bordeaux wine is called Bordeaux Blanc and the two best known of the Loire wines are called Sancerre or Pouilly-Fumé. In Bordeaux, Sauvignon Blanc is sometimes blended with Sémillon.


California:

California produces the majority of wine made in the United States. Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Zinfandel and Pinot Noir dominate the wine production in California, but many other varietials thrive in the California climate. Many fine wines are produced in California using Mediterranean grapes.

Penfolds 'Bin 28' Kalimna Shiraz

Attributes:
Producer:

Penfolds Wines
Region:

South Australia, Australia/New Zealand
Varietal:

Syrah / Shiraz
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2002: Tanzer Rating: 87
Body:

solid
Flavors:

bitter, black cherry, dark chocolate, plum, raisiny, toasty oak
Fruit:

concentrated, ripe

2002: WineSpectator Rating: 87
Acidity:

tart
Flavors:

blackberry, smoky
Fruit:

juicy
Texture:

chunky, thick

2002: WineAdvocate Rating: 89
Flavors:

berry, pepper, white chocolate
Fruit:

sweet

2001: WineSpectator Rating: 86
Flavors:

berry, tobacco
Fruit:

ripe

2001: Tanzer Rating: 87
Acidity:

bright
Flavors:

berry, dark berries, leather, oak, smoke, tar
Fruit:

juicy, sweet

2001: WineEnthusiast Rating: 89
Complexity:

deep
Flavors:

eucalyptus
Fruit:

concentrated
Texture:

smooth

2000: WineSpectator Rating: 89
Acidity:

bright, lively acidity, snappy

2000: WineEnthusiast Rating: 87
Flavors:

anise, berry, game

Food Matches:
Cheese: Brie, Feta, Parmesan, Sharp Cheddar
Herbs & Spices: Bay Leaf, Cayenne, Chili Powder, Juniper, Lavender, Mint, Pepper (black, white, green), Rosemary, Thyme
Pasta & Grains: Lasagna w/Meat, Spicy Couscous
Poultry & Eggs: Coq Au Vin
Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Chili, Game, Grilled Sausage, Hamburgers, Red Meat Cajun Style, Roast Beef
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce
Vegetables: Garlic, Mushrooms, Ratatouille

Syrah:

Originally grown in France’s Northern Rhône Valley (where it is a noble variety) this grape has spread to Australia, California, Washington, Italy and Spain. In the Rhone region this grape produces deeply colored wines with full body and firm tannin, however in Australia, where it is known as Shiraz, the wines are lighter and fruitier. Aromas and flavors for these wines vary as much as their geographical breadth suggests: berries, smoked meat, bell peppers, even tar.


Shiraz:

Australian name for the grape known as Syrah in France.

Inama Vigneti di Foscarino

Attributes:
Producer:

Inama
Region:

Soave Classico, Italy
Varietal:

Garganega
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2004: WineSpectator Rating: 90
Body:

full-bodied
Complexity:

rich
Compliments:

well-balanced
Flavors:

apple, cedar, pineapple

2004: WineAndSpirits Rating: 90
Complexity:

supple
Fruit:

intense flavors

2003: Tanzer Rating: 89
Acidity:

fresh, lively acidity
Complexity:

complex, rich
Flavors:

almond, citrus, flint, peach, tea

2001: WineSpectator Rating: 88
Body:

light, medium- to full-bodied
Complexity:

complex

2001: WineEnthusiast Rating: 90
Body:

light
Flavors:

apple, mineral, minerals
Fruit:

ripe

2000: WineSpectator Rating: 90
Body:

full-bodied, light
Complexity:

complex, rich
Flavors:

honeydew, melon, minerals, spices

1998: WineSpectator Rating: 88
Compliments:

delicious
Flavors:

apple, caramel, honey

1997: WineSpectator Rating: 91
Body:

full-bodied
Compliments:

powerful
Flavors:

almond, pineapple, spice

Food Matches:
Cheese: Brie
Fish or Shellfish: Calamari, Catfish, Dover Sole, Red Snapper, Tilapia, Walleye, Freshwater Fish, Soft-shelled Crab
Pasta & Grains: Fish Risotto, Risotto, Vegetable Risotto
Sauces: Cream Sauce with citrus, Cream Sauce with herbs, White Wine Sauce
Vegetables: Bruschetta, Greek Salad, Pumpkin Soup, Roasted Sweet Peppers, Tomato Mozzarella Basil, Tomato Mozzarella Basil

Greek Pita Sandwich

Rated

Ingredients

1 lb. chopped cooked chicken
½ cup Olive oil
1/2 cup chopped tomato
4 oz Feta cheese, crumbled
2 ¼ oz pitted black olive, drained and sliced
1 envelope good seasons italian salad dressing mix
6 pita bread

Preparation

Mix all ingredients except pita breads in medium bowl.

Top half of each pita bread with 1/2 cup chicken mixture.

Fold pita breads. Secure with wooden toothpicks.

Yield

Serves 6

Cook Time

Prep Time: 10 mins.

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information is provided as a resource. Values will vary depending on specific ingredients used.
Serving Size: 1
Number of Servings: Serves 6
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 316 Calories from Fat: 144
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Total Fat 16g
24%  
Carbohydrates 40g
13%  
Dietary Fiber 4g
16%  
Saturated Fat 9g
45%  
Calories 316kcal
15%  
Cholesterol 40mg
13%  
Protein 21g
35%  
Sodium 875mg
36%  
Calcium
3%  
Iron
13%  
Vitamin A
4%  
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.