Frei Brothers 'Redwood Creek' White Zinfandel Add
Rosemount 'Balmoral' Syrah Add
Lindemans 'Bin 50' Shiraz Add
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Frei Brothers 'Redwood Creek' White Zinfandel

Attributes:
Producer:

Frei Brothers
Region:

California, United States
Varietal:

White Zinfandel
Bottle Size:

1.5 L

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

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.


White Zinfandel:

This has been called an “American Wine” because it came from and is only produced in California. A version of Zinfandel, the skin is removed to create a soft pink rose that is sweet and not for aging.

Rosemount 'Balmoral' Syrah

Attributes:
Producer:

Rosemount Estate
Region:

McLaren Vale, Australia/New Zealand
Varietal:

Syrah / Shiraz
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2001: Tanzer Rating: 90
Complexity:

rich
Compliments:

powerful
Flavors:

blackberry, cherry, coffee, dark chocolate, espresso, game, kirsch, plum, smoky, tobacco
Fruit:

ripe

2000: WineSpectator Rating: 93
Body:

solid
Complexity:

focused
Compliments:

stylish
Flavors:

blackberry, cherry, pepper, spice
Fruit:

ripe

2000: Tanzer Rating: 89
Acidity:

fat
Complexity:

rich
Flavors:

cassis, cola, dark berries, nutty, oak, peppery, smoke
Fruit:

sweet
Texture:

smooth

2000: WineEnthusiast Rating: 90
Body:

solid
Flavors:

anise, oak, plum

2000: WineAdvocate Rating: 87
Body:

medium-bodied
Complexity:

deep
Texture:

smooth

1999: WineSpectator Rating: 93
Complexity:

rich
Flavors:

anise, blackberry, currant, pepper, spicy notes
Fruit:

sweet

1999: Tanzer Rating: 85
Complexity:

deep
Flavors:

cassis, cedar, chocolate, currant, mocha, oak, plum, prune, vanilla
Texture:

fleshy

1999: WineEnthusiast Rating: 92

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

McLaren Vale:

A historic region on the outskirts of Adelaide with a mild climate influenced by the sea. It is particularly admired for its Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Riesling, and Sémillon. Grenache and Shiraz are its best reds.


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.

Lindemans 'Bin 50' Shiraz

Attributes:
Producer:

Lindemans Wines
Region:

Southeastern Australia, Australia/New Zealand
Varietal:

Syrah / Shiraz
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2006: WineSpectator Rating: 87
Complexity:

supple

2005: WineEnthusiast Rating: 84
Acidity:

soft
Complexity:

straightforward

2005: WineSpectator Rating: 88
Flavors:

black pepper, oak, plum, sour

2005: WineSpectator Rating: 87

2004: WineSpectator Rating: 85
Acidity:

bright
Flavors:

blackberry, toasty oak

2004: WineSpectator Rating: 86
Aromas:

floral
Flavors:

blackberry, leather
Fruit:

juicy

2004: Tanzer Rating: 88
Acidity:

clean, fresh
Compliments:

powerful
Flavors:

berry, blackberry, blueberry, candied, dark berries, dark chocolate, jammy, kirsch, plum
Texture:

smooth

2004: WineEnthusiast Rating: 84
Fruit:

juicy, sweet

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.

Chicken Guacamole Tortillas

Rated

Ingredients

1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breast, trimmed of excess fat
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 tbsp olive oil
1 ripe avocados
1 whole jalapeno pepper or serrano pepper, seeded & minced
½ whole bermuda red onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 Tomatoes, seeded and diced
2 tablespoon Cliantro leaves
1/8 teaspoon lime juice
2 large flour tortillas
1/2 cup sour cream

Preparation

Season chicken breasts on both sides with 1/8tsp salt, 1/8 tsp each black pepper & cayenne pepper, and cumin. In a large skillet saute chicken in hot oil 3 to 4 minutes on each side, until golden. Remove and slice thin.

Make guacamole by mashing avocado, adding other ingredients, and seasoning to taste with remaining salt, peppers and lime juice.

Lay half the chicken slices in one of the tortillas, cover with half the guacamole, and roll up tortilla. Repeat. Serve with sour cream on the side for dipping.

Yield

Makes 2 Servings

Cook Time

Prep Time: 20 mins.
Cook Time: 8 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 2 Servings
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 473 Calories from Fat: 414
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Total Fat 46g
70%  
Carbohydrates 43g
14%  
Dietary Fiber 17g
68%  
Saturated Fat 21g
105%  
Calories 473kcal
23%  
Cholesterol 30mg
10%  
Protein 17g
28%  
Sodium 551mg
22%  
Calcium
3%  
Iron
25%  
Vitamin A
31%  
Vitamin C
143%  
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.