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Bad Fish Merlot Add
Villa Giada Ajan Add
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Ravenswood Zinfandel 'Amador'

Attributes:
Producer:

Ravenswood
Region:

Amador, United States
Varietal:

Zinfandel
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2002: Tanzer Rating: 87-89
Body:

solid
Flavors:

berries, blackberry, blueberry, coffee

2001: Tanzer Rating: 86
Complexity:

densely packed
Flavors:

black cherry, cola, fresh herbs, medicinal, menthol, spices
Fruit:

ripe

2000: WineSpectator Rating: 83
Flavors:

berries, coffee, earthy, herbal, leather

2000: WineEnthusiast Rating: 86
Complexity:

rich
Flavors:

blackberry, blueberry, cherry

1999: WineSpectator Rating: 85
Flavors:

currant, herb, raspberry, sour, vanilla
Fruit:

ripe

1999: Tanzer Rating: 87-89
Acidity:

firm acidity
Flavors:

bitter, blueberry, cassis, chocolate, licorice, raspberry

1999: WineAdvocate Rating: 86
Acidity:

lively
Body:

medium-bodied
Complexity:

straightforward
Fruit:

sweet

1999: WineEnthusiast Rating: 87
Acidity:

tangy
Flavors:

earth, earthy, herbaceous, pepper, peppery, spice

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.


Amador:

Amador County CA is located in the Sierra Foothills AVA. Like so many of the vineyards in California, after prohibition Amador lied dormant until the 1960's. The soils in Amador are in the present day, Amador stands out against its neighboring regions by growing grapes in a lower elevation. All though this flat region cools down at night, the lower elevation accounts for more heat during the day, and thus riper fruit. 75 % of the grapes planted in Amador are zinfandel, and is the variety Amador gains reputation from. The Amador Zinfandel is distinctive, with high alcohol, fruity or jammy tastes, with a briar smell. Besides Zinfandel, Syrah and Sauvignon Blanc do very well.

Bad Fish Merlot

Attributes:
Producer:

Bad Fish
Region:

California, United States
Varietal:

Merlot
Bottle Size:

750 ML

Food Matches:
Pasta & Grains: Lasagna
Poultry & Eggs: Roast Chicken with Herbs
Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Casseroles / Hot Dish, Grilled Pork Tenderloin, Wild Game - Elk, Caribou, Moose, Venison
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce
Vegetables: Beans, White, Mushrooms, Potatoes, Tomato

Merlot:

(mer loh) Deep in color, high in alcohol and low in tannins, this grape is grown mostly in California, France, Washington, New York and Chile. The aromas and flavors can be plummy, chocolaty, and even redolent of tea leaves. It is often blended with Cabernet Sauvignon although it is the most prevalent grape variety in Bordeaux.


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.

Villa Giada Ajan

Attributes:
Producer:

Villa Giada
Region:

Barbera d'Asti, Italy
Varietal:

Barbera
Bottle Size:

750 ML

1999: WineAdvocate Rating: 89
Body:

medium to full-bodied
Complexity:

uncomplicated
Flavors:

oak
Fruit:

ripe

1999: Tastings Rating: 90
Acidity:

crisp
Aromas:

floral
Body:

medium-bodied
Complexity:

deep
Compliments:

fragrant
Texture:

fleshy, glycerin

1998: WineAdvocate Rating: 87
Acidity:

soft
Body:

medium-bodied

Food Matches:
Cheese: Blue Cheese, Parmesan
Fish or Shellfish: Salmon / Trout, Bluefish and Mackerel
Pasta & Grains: (Grilled) Tofu, Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauces, Pasta with Meat & Tomato Sauce, Polenta, Squash or Pumpkin Ravioli
Poultry & Eggs: Duck Confit, Game Birds, Roast Chicken with Herbs
Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Ham, Hamburgers, Lamb Shish Kabobs, Pork Chops, Pork w/Fruit Sauce, Salami, Salami or Sausage, Sausage, Variety Meats or Organ Meats, Veal Scaloppini, Wild Game - Elk, Caribou, Moose, Venison
Sauces: Bagna Cauda, Red Wine Sauce, Tomato Sauce
Vegetables: Arugula (Bitter Lettuce), Beets, Cabbage, Eggplant, Fennel, Grilled Vegetables, Mediterranean, Grilled, Onions, Leeks, Peppers, Radishes, Shallots, Tomato, Vegetable Gratin or Stew, Wild Mushroom Strudel, Wild Mushrooms

Barbera:

An Italian grape that’s high in acidity and low in tannins; many producers age Barbera-made wines in oak to increase the level of tannins. The best wines made from Barbera grapes are made in Piedmont, specifically in the Asti and Alba regions. These wines are rich, with high acidity and generous black-cherry fruits. Barbera d’Asti is usually riper and richer than Barbera d’Alba, but the two wines can be equally powerful. Barbera is a wonderful everyday wine, perfect with pasta, pizza, or any tomato dish.

Gazpacho

Rated

Ingredients

3 lbs ripe tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
2 cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 garlic clove, peeled and very finely chopped
2 cups chilled tomato juice
1/3 cup olive oil
3 tbsp vinegar
salt
black pepper
1/4 tsp Tabasco
6 cubes frozen tomato juice
Tiny croutonof white bread (1/4 inch square), browned in olive oil

Preparation

Simply put all the ingredients (except for garnishes) in a large bowl, blend well, and season to taste.

Chill thoroughly. Serve in bowls with a frozen tomato juice cube and a sprinkling of croutons.

Yield

Serves 6

Cook Time

Prep Time: 20 mins.

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information is provided as a resource. Values will vary depending on specific ingredients used.
Serving Size: 1
Number of Servings: Serves 6
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 206 Calories from Fat: 198
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Total Fat 22g
33%  
Carbohydrates 27g
9%  
Dietary Fiber 11g
44%  
Saturated Fat 12g
60%  
Calories 206kcal
10%  
Cholesterol < 1mg
0%  
Protein 11g
18%  
Sodium 495mg
20%  
Calcium
1%  
Iron
21%  
Vitamin A
39%  
Vitamin C
103%  
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.