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KWV Roodeberg

Attributes:
Producer:

KWV
Region:

Western Cape, Other
Varietal:

Dry Red Table Wine
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2002: WineSpectator Rating: 78
Acidity:

tart

2001: WineSpectator Rating: 84
Flavors:

berry, plum, spice

2001: Tanzer Rating: 88
Acidity:

fresh, snappy
Flavors:

licorice, oak, red berry, red fruits, spices

1999: WineSpectator Rating: 86
Compliments:

mature

1998: WineSpectator Rating: 83

1996: Tastings Rating: 88
Acidity:

bright, soft
Body:

light-bodied
Complexity:

complex
Flavors:

cedar, herb

1995: Tastings Rating: 80
Acidity:

bright, zesty
Body:

medium-bodied
Compliments:

distinctive, mature
Flavors:

earth, vegetal

1991: WineSpectator Rating: 77
Complexity:

simple

Food Matches:
Red Meat: Beef Stew, Buffalo, Lamb Stew

Bonny Doon 'Cardinal Zin' Old Vine

Attributes:
Producer:

Bonny Doon Vineyards
Region:

California, United States
Varietal:

Zinfandel
Bottle Size:

375 ML

2003: CGCW Rating: 87
Acidity:

bright, fresh

2003: WineEnthusiast Rating: 85
Acidity:

fresh, tart
Flavors:

grapy
Fruit:

ripe

2003: CGCW Rating: 83

2002: WineEnthusiast Rating: 86
Flavors:

plummy, raisiny

2002: CGCW Rating: 87
Fruit:

ripe

2002: CGCW Rating: 84
Flavors:

berries, candied
Texture:

smooth

2001: WineEnthusiast Rating: 87
Acidity:

bright, fresh
Complexity:

rustic
Flavors:

cherry, herb flavors, plum, raspberry, spice, vanilla

2001: WineEnthusiast Rating: 86
Body:

medium-bodied

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

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.


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.

Norman 'The Monster' Zinfandel

Attributes:
Producer:

Norman Vineyards
Region:

Paso Robles, United States
Varietal:

Zinfandel
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2005: Tastings Rating: 86
Acidity:

tangy
Body:

medium body
Flavors:

cedar, chocolate, mint, pepper, peppery, raspberries, spice, vanilla
Fruit:

fruity, ripe

2004: WineAdvocate Rating: 89
Acidity:

crisp, tangy
Compliments:

classic
Flavors:

black currant, cherry, earth, herbs, spice

2004: CGCW Rating: 84
Acidity:

soft
Body:

full-bodied
Fruit:

juicy

2004: Tastings Rating: 88
Acidity:

tangy
Flavors:

beef, raspberry, spice
Fruit:

ripe

2002: CGCW Rating: 83
Flavors:

berry, pepper
Fruit:

concentrated

2001: CGCW Rating: 85
Complexity:

rich

1999: WineAdvocate Rating: 85
Complexity:

deep

1998: WineAdvocate Rating: 88
Body:

full-bodied
Flavors:

berry, cherries, jammy
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

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.

Caribbean-Style Pork Stew

Rated

Ingredients

2 tsp cooking oil
12 oz boneless lean pork, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 cup chopped onion
1 14-1/2-ounce can beef broth
1-3/4 cups water
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1 tbsp grated gingerroot
1 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
3 plantains, peeled and cubed
1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
3 cups hot cooked rice

Preparation

1. Heat oil in a large kettle or Dutch oven. Add pork and cook till browned. Remove pork from pan. In drippings cook onion, sweet pepper, and garlic for 5 minutes. Drain off fat. Return pork to pan. Add broth, water, tomatoes, gingerroot, cumin, and crushed red pepper. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 45 minutes.

2. Add plantains and black beans. Simmer, covered, for 15 minutes more or till pork is tender. Serve with rice.

Yield

Makes 6 main-dish servings

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information is provided as a resource. Values will vary depending on specific ingredients used.
Serving Size: 1
Number of Servings: Makes 6 main-dish servings
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 232 Calories from Fat: 42
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Total Fat 4.71g
7%  
Carbohydrates 30.93g
10%  
Dietary Fiber < 1g
3%  
Saturated Fat 1.25g
6%  
Calories 232.37kcal
11%  
Cholesterol 35.72mg
11%  
Protein 15.28g
25%  
Sodium 41.83mg
1%  
Calcium
0%  
Iron
3%  
Vitamin A
5%  
Vitamin C
10%  
*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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