August 3, 2010 8:26 am
This estate-grown reserve dry Riesling emits a nuttiness amidst mild flavors of green tea, apples, citrus and herbal notes. Pop the cork and inhale soft, sweet floral aromas among sweet tropical fruits. Because Riesling is almost never fermented, its light flavor, acidity and sweetness goes well with a wide variety of foods. More specifically, Reisling pairs beautifully with white fish and pork; it also stands up well to the intense flavors and rich spices of Thai and Chinese cooking.
Tip: Cabbage is often cooked with Riesling to reduce the vegetables unfavorable smell.
Photo credit: Sheldrake Point
— Written by Alix Weiner
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Tags : Wine of the Day, 2006, Sheldrake Point Reserve, Riesling, Alix Weiner, Behind the Burner
July 15, 2010 11:15 am
As Chardonnnay continues to be the most popular wine in the US, wine lovers are well-adjusted to the typical accents of caramel, oak and light stone fruit. But Lustre Vineyards' California Chardonnay (2008) isn't your typical buttery blend— it's deliciously fruity with a touch of sour green apples, light notes of tangerines, citrus and hints of melon. The crisp flavor and mild oaky notes leave the perfect touch of vanilla on your palate.
Tip: Pair this bottle with chicken, lobster and rich cheeses like Gruyere or Brie.
Photo credit: http://www.usatodaywineclub.com/
— Written by Alix Weiner
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Tags : Lustre, Vineyards, California, Chardonnary, Alix Weiner, Wine of the Day, Behind the Burner
May 15, 2010 4:00 pm
Encompassing the French culture as the birth mother of today's wine industry and the uninhibited beauty of their hillside vineyards, the Hahn family chose this distinct logo to grace their wine bottles. The Hahn family produces a number of labels including Smith and Hook as well as many varieties of wines from their vineyard in Soledad, California. They recently celebrated their 30th anniversary.
This Pinot Noir from their Cycles Gladiator label demonstrates their love of the countryside as well as French culture in its uninhibited flavor. This medium-bodied red wine boasts a sweet, creamy taste. This gem also tempts your palate with a long, smooth finish with hints of berry and even peppermint. Tip: Although this would be superb paired with a burger or a cheese varietal, try to it also with a dark chocolate as a dessert instead of an extra sweet port.
Photo credit: www.cyclesgladiator.com
— Written by Jennifer Ambrose
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Tags : Cycles Gladiator wine, Hahn family wines, banned in Alabama wines, Jennifer Ambrose, Behind the Burner, Wine of the Day
May 4, 2010 10:26 am
Sweet wines are usually either hit or miss. I've never liked syrupy wines that linger in your mouth and taste like drinking candy, but I think everyone can agree that nothing tops off a great meal quite like a drink to compliment dessert. Our wine of the day gives you the best of both worlds: Charles Hours Jurançon.
Made from 100% Petit Manseng, this wine has a pale golden color in the glass, but bursts with intense flavors of light stone fruits, almonds, honey and pineapples on the palate. Notes of lemon zest and citrus fruit cut the sweetness, creating a balanced finish. Tip: Pair lightly colored sweet wines like this with nut, fruit or caramel based desserts.
Photo credit: www.klwines.com
— Written by Lisa Curry
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Tags : Behind the Burner, Lisa Curry, Wine of the Day, Charles Uroulat, Jurancon
April 6, 2010 1:04 pm
Spring is here, the weather is warm, the trees are blossoming, life is good. It's times like these that beg for a fruity, floral white wine to further boost your spirits. That's why Dr. Frank Semi-Dry Riesling is our pick for Wine of the Day. Although Germany and Alsace are best known for producing those tall, skinny white bottles that we love so much; American Rieslings from Washington and New York have been recently wowing sommeliers and customers alike.
Riesling can be bone-dry or syrupy sweet, but this wine has is nicely balanced with intense aromas of tropical fruits and clean flavors of citrus fruits, honey and minerals. Tip: Pair sweeter wines like Rieslings with spicy foods or sushi to enhance and compliment their flavors.
If you can't find this in your local wine shop, order yourself a bottle today on Snooth.
Photo credit: www.drfrankwines.com
— Written by Lisa Curry
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Tags : Behind the Burner, Wine of the Day, Lisa Curry, Dr. Frank, Riesling
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