Monthly Archives: July 2012

Weekend Wine and Food Pairing- Vinho Verde and Mussels

Posted on July 28, 2012 by wineandgoodfood Leave a comment

This time of year, I often really want a wine and food combo that is light and refreshing.  A white Vinho Verde and Mussels is an excellent pairing for summer.  Vinho Verde is a light, Portuguese wine that is meant to be consumed … Continue reading →

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Les Vignes de Bila-Haut 2010

Posted on July 27, 2012 by wineandgoodfood Leave a comment

My favorite wine shop has an extensive collection of French wines at all price points.  I can get lost in the section exploring all of the incredible, expensive bottles on display.  But right as you enter the cellar there is always a … Continue reading →

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Mini-Review- Stefano Farina 2009 Chianti “La Ginestra”

Posted on July 24, 2012 by wineandgoodfood Leave a comment

Good Italian wine for around $10…I’m in!  That is exactly what I found when I uncorked a bottle of Stefano Farina 2009 Chianti “La Ginestra”.  This blend of 90% Sangiovese and 10% Canaiolo is very balanced with 13% alcohol.  The … Continue reading →

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Weekend Wine and Food Pairing- Pinot Gris and Crab Legs

Posted on July 21, 2012 by wineandgoodfood Leave a comment

I will eat crab legs just about any time of the year but, for some reason, I always seem to eat them more often in the summer.  I love crab legs…even more so than lobster.  I grew up by the … Continue reading →

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Budget-Minded Summer Whites

Posted on July 18, 2012 by wineandgoodfood 1 Comment

I have spent the last week tasting through some inexpensive, white wines that have landed at my front door and, believe me, I have had some pretty bad bottles.  In the midst of all of the not so good wines, … Continue reading →

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Trader Joe’s Wine Pick- Peachy Canyon Incredible Red 2010 Zinfandel

Posted on July 16, 2012 by wineandgoodfood Leave a comment

It has been a while since I have posted a new pick from Trader Joe’s but, to be honest, the wine I have tried lately hasn’t been too impressive.  Luckily, last week I found a bottle that I think is … Continue reading →

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Weekend Wine and Food Pairing- Tempranillo and Paella

Posted on July 13, 2012 by wineandgoodfood 1 Comment

Who doesn’t love paella?  And if you don’t, I will definitely eat your serving!  When it comes to pairing wine with paella, there is one varietal that stands out from the pack to me…Tempranillo.  The smokiness of the wine and the saffron in … Continue reading →

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Mini-Review- Napa Cellars 2010 Pinot Noir

Posted on July 10, 2012 by wineandgoodfood Leave a comment

I am wrapping up a tasting of Napa Cellars’ latest releases with my favorite of the line up; their 2010 Pinot Noir.  A great wine from a vineyard close to the San Pablo Bay, which is known for its fog … Continue reading →

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Weekend Wine and Food Pairing- Zinfandel and Burgers with Jack Cheese

Posted on July 7, 2012 by wineandgoodfood Leave a comment

I have been mentioning grilling a lot over the past week because it is one of my favorite parts of summer.  There are a lot of red wine and burger combos that are really good but I want to share … Continue reading →

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Napa Cellars 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon

Posted on July 6, 2012 by wineandgoodfood Leave a comment

Grill, grill, grill…that is all we do during the summer and I am quite happy about it!  I received a bottle of Cabernet from Napa Cellars and was pretty excited since it seems lately that white wine and rose have … Continue reading →

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