Angove's 'Red Belly Black' Shiraz Add
Inniskillin Riesling Icewine Add
Beringer 'Founders Estate' Merlot Add
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Angove's 'Red Belly Black' Shiraz

Attributes:
Producer:

Angove's
Region:

South Australia, Australia/New Zealand
Varietal:

Syrah / Shiraz
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2004: WineSpectator Rating: 88
Flavors:

blueberry, licorice, plum

2002: NatDecants Rating: 88
Body:

full-bodied
Compliments:

delicious

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.

Inniskillin Riesling Icewine

Attributes:
Producer:

Inniskillin
Region:

Canada, Other
Varietal:

Ice Wine
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2005: WineEnthusiast Rating: 90
Acidity:

clean
Flavors:

apricot, flowers, honey, spice

2004: NatDecants Rating: 93
Complexity:

rich
Compliments:

racy
Flavors:

peach
Fruit:

ripe, sweet

2003: WineSpectator Rating: 89
Flavors:

apricot, honey, orange

2003: WineEnthusiast Rating: 92
Acidity:

zesty
Fruit:

sweet

2002: WineSpectator Rating: 93
Complexity:

tightly wound
Compliments:

racy
Flavors:

apricot, mint, orange
Fruit:

sweet

2001: WineSpectator Rating: 91
Compliments:

racy
Flavors:

herb, honey, lemon

2001: Tastings Rating: 92
Acidity:

bright
Complexity:

complex, rich
Flavors:

apricot, honey, pear

1999: WineSpectator Rating: 92
Acidity:

lively
Complexity:

focused
Flavors:

apricot, citrus, peach

Food Matches:
Fish or Shellfish: Calamari, Ceviche
Sauces: White Wine Sauce
Vegetables: Eggplant, Mushrooms, Peppers

Beringer 'Founders Estate' Merlot

Attributes:
Producer:

Beringer Vineyards
Region:

California, United States
Varietal:

Merlot
Bottle Size:

1.5 L

2003: WineEnthusiast Rating: 85
Complexity:

rich
Flavors:

blackberries, cherries, chocolate, coffee, plum
Fruit:

fruity

2002: WineSpectator Rating: 85
Acidity:

soft
Aromas:

floral
Compliments:

tasty
Flavors:

orange peel, wild berry
Fruit:

ripe

2001: WineSpectator Rating: 78
Acidity:

tangy
Complexity:

simple

2001: WineEnthusiast Rating: 85
Body:

medium-bodied
Flavors:

berry, cedar, herb, rhubarb
Fruit:

sweet

2000: WineSpectator Rating: 84
Complexity:

simple
Compliments:

well-made

2000: WineEnthusiast Rating: 87
Flavors:

coffee, currant, herb

1999: WineSpectator Rating: 86
Complexity:

supple
Flavors:

black currant, earth, herbal, tar, toasty oak, wild berry

1999: WineEnthusiast Rating: 85
Acidity:

soft
Fruit:

juicy
Texture:

round

Food Matches:
Pasta & Grains: Lasagna
Poultry & Eggs: Roast Chicken with Herbs
Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Casseroles / Hot Dish, Grilled Pork Tenderloin, Wild Game - Elk, Caribou, Moose, Venison
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce
Vegetables: Beans, White, Mushrooms, Potatoes, Tomato

Merlot:

(mer loh) Deep in color, high in alcohol and low in tannins, this grape is grown mostly in California, France, Washington, New York and Chile. The aromas and flavors can be plummy, chocolaty, and even redolent of tea leaves. It is often blended with Cabernet Sauvignon although it is the most prevalent grape variety in Bordeaux.


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.

Barley With Mushrooms

Rated

Ingredients

1 tbsp unrefined sesame oil
1 onion, chopped
1 cup barley
3-1/2 cups vegetable stock or water
1/4 tsp sea salt
2 tbsp tamari soy sauce
2 tbsp unrefined oil
1/4 lb mushrooms, coarsely chopped
parsley sprigs

Preparation

Heat a skillet. Add the oil and the onion and sauté. Add the barley and sauté 5 minutes more.

Slowly add the stock and the salt. Cover and simmer about 1 hour until the barley is soft and most of the liquid is absorbed. Add the tamari and simmer 5 more minutes.

Sauté the mushrooms separately in 2 tablespoons oil. Then add them to the cooked barley. Mix and serve. Garnish with parsley.

Yield

Serves 4

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information is provided as a resource. Values will vary depending on specific ingredients used.
Serving Size: 1
Number of Servings: Serves 4
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 341 Calories from Fat: 113
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Total Fat 12.57g
19%  
Carbohydrates 50.76g
16%  
Dietary Fiber 8.63g
34%  
Saturated Fat 1.85g
9%  
Calories 341.07kcal
17%  
Cholesterol < 1mg
0%  
Protein 8.62g
14%  
Sodium 1360.69mg
56%  
Calcium
0%  
Iron
4%  
Vitamin A
40%  
Vitamin C
3%  
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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