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Casa Castillo Jumilla 'Valtosca'

Attributes:
Producer:

Casa Castillo
Region:

Jumilla, Spain
Varietal:

Syrah / Shiraz
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2006: WineSpectator Rating: 88
Flavors:

blackberry, earthy, meaty, plum, smoky

2006: Tanzer Rating: 91

Complexity:

complex
Flavors:

berry, bitter, blackberry, blueberry, cherry, chocolate, graphite, pepper, raspberry, violet

2005: Tanzer Rating: 89
Acidity:

bright
Body:

medium-bodied
Flavors:

berry, blackberry, cassis, meat, minerals, violet
Fruit:

juicy

2005: WineSpectator Rating: 88

2004: Tanzer Rating: 89
Texture:

thick

2004: Tanzer Rating: 88
Body:

solid
Complexity:

deep
Compliments:

powerful
Flavors:

berry, cherry, coffee, dark chocolate

2004: WineSpectator Rating: 88
Complexity:

rich
Flavors:

blueberry, coffee, currant, licorice
Fruit:

concentrated
Texture:

chunky, dense

2003: WineSpectator Rating: 88
Acidity:

fresh
Flavors:

black currant, blackberry, dark chocolate, ripe fruit, spicy

Food Matches:
Cheese: Aged Cheddar, Goat Cheese, Sharp Cheddar, Soft Pungent Cheese
Fruits & Nuts: Almonds, Dates, Figs & Raisins, Hazelnuts
Herbs & Spices: Cilantro, Coriander, Cinnamon, Cumin, Saffron
Poultry & Eggs: Coq Au Vin, Roast Chicken with Herbs, Roast Turkey
Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Beef Stew, Grilled Pork Tenderloin, Ham, Spicy Sausage, Wild Game - Elk, Caribou, Moose, Venison
Vegetables: Artichokes, Beans, Green, Beans, White, Carrots, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Gazpacho, Mushrooms, Potatoes, Roasted Sweet Peppers, Swiss chard or Kale, Tomato, Vegetable Gratin or Stew, White Aspargus with Mustard Vinagrette

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.

Los800 Priorat

Attributes:
Producer:

Los800
Region:

Priorato, Spain
Varietal:

Grenache
Bottle Size:

750 ML

Food Matches:
Cheese: Aged Cheddar, Goat Cheese, Sharp Cheddar, Soft Pungent Cheese
Fruits & Nuts: Almonds, Dates, Figs & Raisins, Hazelnuts
Herbs & Spices: Cilantro, Coriander, Cinnamon, Cumin, Saffron
Poultry & Eggs: Coq Au Vin, Roast Chicken with Herbs, Roast Turkey
Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Beef Stew, Grilled Pork Tenderloin, Ham, Spicy Sausage, Wild Game - Elk, Caribou, Moose, Venison
Vegetables: Artichokes, Beans, Green, Beans, White, Carrots, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Gazpacho, Mushrooms, Potatoes, Roasted Sweet Peppers, Swiss chard or Kale, Tomato, Vegetable Gratin or Stew, White Aspargus with Mustard Vinagrette

Grenache:

Originally from Spain, this grape comes in both red-wine and white-wine varieties and is often associated with France’s southern Rhone Valley. The Grenache grape does well in hot, dry regions, and its strong stalk makes it well suited for windy conditions. It ripens with very high sugar levels and can produce wines with high alcohol content. Grenache wines are sweet, fruity, and very low in tannins. They are usually lacking in color, except in growing areas where yields are low. In Spain Grenache is widely planted in Navarra as well as in many of the hotter areas of the country. In southern France Grenache is widely cultivated in the areas around Languedoc- RoussillonRousellon, Provence, and the southern Rhone. It is also extensively grown in Algeria, Australia, Corsica, Israel, Morocco, Sardinia and California's central valley. Red Grenache wines are usually blended with other varieties: trempranillo in Spain and cinsaut and carignan in France. It’s the primary grape in chateauneuf-du-pape as well as in several rose wines.


Priorato:

This harsh, hilly area southwest of Barcelona is gaining a lot of attention for its newly resurrected vines. Volcanic soil and severe weather result in rich, powerful red wines, made primarily from Garnacha and Carignan grapes, and they are high in tannin and alcohol. Grape yields are low, and as a result prices can be quite high.

Arbor Crest Cliff House Blush

Attributes:
Producer:

Arbor Crest
Region:

Columbia Valley, United States
Varietal:

Rose
Bottle Size:

750 ML

Food Matches:
Cheese: Blue Cheese, Dry Jack Cheese, Mozzarella, Sharp Cheddar
Fish or Shellfish: Grilled Salmon, Shellfish (scallops, clams, crab, lobster, shrimp, etc...), Tuna Nicoise Salad
Herbs & Spices: Anise, Fennel Seed, Tarragon, Ginger
Pasta & Grains: (Grilled) Tofu, Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauces, Pasta with Pesto, Pasta with Truffles
Poultry & Eggs: Duck Confit, Game Birds, Roast Chicken with Herbs, Roast Turkey
Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Curried Beef, Curried Lamb, Curried Pork, Ham, Hamburgers, Pork w/Fruit Sauce
Sauces: Oil-based Sauce
Vegetables: Avocado, Bruschetta, Caesar Salad, Leafy Greens, Lentil Salad, Nicoise Salad, Roasted Sweet Peppers, Root Vegetables, Salad, Vegetable Gratin or Stew

Columbia Valley:

The Columbia Valley American Viticultural Area (AVA) is the largest in the state of Washington. It includes the Yakima Valley, Red Mountain, Walla Walla, and Horse Heaven Hill AVAs within its boundaries.

Brown Rice with Roasted Vegetables

Rated

Ingredients

1 medium green or red bell pepper (about 6 ounces), cut into bite-sized pieces
1 medium zucchini (about 8 ounces), scrubbed well and cut into 1/2-inch rounds
1 small eggplant (about 12 ounces), cut into bite-sized pieces
2 cups instant brown rice
1 cup reduced-sodium, fat-free vegetable broth
3 tbsp light soy sauce
1 tbsp Mrs. Dash original seasoning blend
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 medium onion (about 8 ounces), cut into wedges
2 cups water

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Coat a 9-x-13-inch baking dish with cooking spray, and set aside.

2. Place the broth, soy sauce, Mrs. Dash seasoning, and garlic powder in a small bowl, and stir to mix. Set aside.

3. Arrange the onion, bell pepper, zucchini, and egg-plant in the baking dish. Pour the broth-soy sauce mixture on top. Cover with aluminum foil, and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or just until the vegetables are tender, but not mushy.

4. While the vegetables are cooking, place the water in a 2-quart saucepan, and bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in the rice, cover, and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook for 10 minutes, or until all the water has been absorbed.

5. Spoon the cooked rice onto a serving platter. Top with the roasted vegetables and their cooking juices, and serve immediately.

Yield

4 servings

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information is provided as a resource. Values will vary depending on specific ingredients used.
Serving Size: 1
Number of Servings: 4 servings
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 415 Calories from Fat: 27
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Total Fat 2.95g
4%  
Carbohydrates 88.64g
29%  
Dietary Fiber 8.52g
34%  
Saturated Fat < 1g
3%  
Calories 415.41kcal
20%  
Cholesterol < 1mg
0%  
Protein 10.35g
17%  
Sodium 467.06mg
19%  
Calcium
1%  
Iron
5%  
Vitamin A
3%  
Vitamin C
28%  
*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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