Cline Cellars Cool Climate Syrah Add
Gallo 'Sonoma Reserve' Pinot Noir Add
Laetitia Pinot Noir Add
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Cline Cellars Cool Climate Syrah

Attributes:
Producer:

Cline Cellars
Region:

Sonoma Coast, United States
Varietal:

Syrah / Shiraz
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2003: WineSpectator Rating: 85
Flavors:

black pepper, blackberry, espresso
Fruit:

ripe, sweet

2002: WineSpectator Rating: 87
Flavors:

beef, black cherry, coconut, cola, espresso, toasty oak, vanilla
Fruit:

ripe

2002: WineEnthusiast Rating: 87
Flavors:

blackberry, cherry, chocolate, coffee
Fruit:

ripe

2000: WineEnthusiast Rating: 90
Complexity:

deep

1999: WineSpectator Rating: 90
Compliments:

fragrant
Flavors:

black cherry, earth, game, leather, mineral, spice, toasty oak

1999: Tanzer Rating: 88
Flavors:

bitter, blackberry, chocolate, flinty, oak
Texture:

round

1999: WineEnthusiast Rating: 88
Acidity:

tart
Complexity:

deep, rustic
Flavors:

berry, earthy, leather, peppery, sour, spice, spicy
Texture:

dense, strong

1998: WineSpectator Rating: 91
Compliments:

distinctive
Flavors:

cherry, currant, earthy, game, leather

Food Matches:
Cheese: Feta, Goat Cheese, Parmesan
Fish or Shellfish: Tuna, Mahi-Mahi
Herbs & Spices: Bay Leaf, Juniper, Lavender, Mint, Rosemary, Thyme
Pasta & Grains: Spicy Couscous
Poultry & Eggs: Coq Au Vin
Red Meat: Grilled Sausage
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce

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.


Sonoma Coast:

In California, This is a 500,000 acre wine region spanning from San Pablo Bay to the border of Mendocino County. The appellation runs down the coast of the Pacific Ocean and is known for its cool climate and high rainfall. The grapes that produce the best wines from this region are Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.

Gallo 'Sonoma Reserve' Pinot Noir

Attributes:
Producer:

Gallo Sonoma Winery
Region:

California, United States
Varietal:

Pinot Noir
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2004: CGCW Rating: 86
Acidity:

soft
Complexity:

simple, straightforward
Compliments:

tasty

2004: WineEnthusiast Rating: 87
Acidity:

clean, fresh
Body:

light
Texture:

open

2004: Tastings Rating: 87
Acidity:

tart
Compliments:

elegant, tasty
Flavors:

cherry, cola

2003: CGCW Rating: 84
Body:

light
Flavors:

cherries

2003: WineSpectator Rating: 77
Acidity:

tart
Texture:

thin, watery

2003: WineEnthusiast Rating: 89
Acidity:

crisp
Complexity:

complex, rich
Flavors:

cherry, earth, herb, raspberry, sour

2001: WineEnthusiast Rating: 90
Flavors:

cherries, clove, coffee, herbs, plum, raspberries

2001: WineEnthusiast Rating: 87
Acidity:

soft
Flavors:

cherries, coffee, cola, spicy
Texture:

silky

Food Matches:
Cheese: Brie, Feta, Goat Cheese, Gouda, Sharp Cheddar, Swiss
Fish or Shellfish: Seared Ahi Tuna
Herbs & Spices: Anise, Fennel Seed, Tarragon, Basil, Cinnamon, Mint, Pepper (black, white, green), Rosemary
Pasta & Grains: (Grilled) Tofu, Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauces, Pasta with Truffles
Poultry & Eggs: Roast Chicken with Herbs, Roast Duck, Roast Turkey
Red Meat: Curried Beef, Curried Lamb, Curried Pork, Grilled Flank Steak, Hamburgers, Pork w/Fruit Sauce, Roast Pork Tenderloin w/Sage, Sausage
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce
Vegetables: Beans, White, Beets, Mushrooms, Tomato, Vegetable Gratin or Stew

Pinot Noir:

(pee noh nwahr)—A tricky grape to grow, Pinot Noir makes some of the best wines in the world. The prototype wine is red Burgundy from France but Oregon, California, New Zealand, and parts of Australia also produce good Pinot Noir. The wine is lighter in color than Cabernet or Merlot with relatively high alcohol, medium-to-high acidity, and medium-to-low tannin. Its flavors and aromas can be very fruity or earthy and woodsy, depending on how it is grown. It is rarely blended with other grapes.


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.

Laetitia Pinot Noir

Attributes:
Producer:

Laetitia Vineyards
Region:

Arroyo Grande, United States
Varietal:

Pinot Noir
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2005: CGCW Rating: 86
Flavors:

cherries, jammy

2005: WineSpectator Rating: 79
Complexity:

simple
Fruit:

ripe

2004: CGCW Rating: 87
Flavors:

red cherry

2003: CGCW Rating: 86
Complexity:

deep

2003: Tanzer Rating: 88
Acidity:

soft
Complexity:

deep
Flavors:

earth
Fruit:

sweet

2003: WineAdvocate Rating: 85
Body:

solid
Complexity:

deep, simple
Texture:

creamy

2003: WineSpectator Rating: 87
Body:

solid
Flavors:

cherries, raspberries
Fruit:

ripe

2003: WineEnthusiast Rating: 89
Acidity:

clean, high acidity
Texture:

round

Food Matches:
Cheese: Brie, Feta, Goat Cheese, Gouda, Sharp Cheddar, Swiss
Fish or Shellfish: Seared Ahi Tuna
Herbs & Spices: Anise, Fennel Seed, Tarragon, Basil, Cinnamon, Mint, Pepper (black, white, green), Rosemary
Pasta & Grains: (Grilled) Tofu, Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauces, Pasta with Truffles
Poultry & Eggs: Roast Chicken with Herbs, Roast Duck, Roast Turkey
Red Meat: Curried Beef, Curried Lamb, Curried Pork, Grilled Flank Steak, Hamburgers, Pork w/Fruit Sauce, Roast Pork Tenderloin w/Sage, Sausage
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce
Vegetables: Beans, White, Beets, Mushrooms, Tomato, Vegetable Gratin or Stew

Pinot Noir:

(pee noh nwahr)—A tricky grape to grow, Pinot Noir makes some of the best wines in the world. The prototype wine is red Burgundy from France but Oregon, California, New Zealand, and parts of Australia also produce good Pinot Noir. The wine is lighter in color than Cabernet or Merlot with relatively high alcohol, medium-to-high acidity, and medium-to-low tannin. Its flavors and aromas can be very fruity or earthy and woodsy, depending on how it is grown. It is rarely blended with other grapes.

Spinach Salad with Cheese

Rated

Ingredients

2 pkgs. fresh spinach, washed and broken into bite-sized pieces
1/2 lb. fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 cup water chestnuts, sliced
2 chopped hard-boiled eggs
1 small onion, sliced
8 oz. Swiss cheese, cubed
1/4 c. red wine vinegar
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup safflower or vegetable oil
1/8 tsp onion powder
1/2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2-1/2 tbsp catsup

Preparation

1. Combine vinegar and sugar in a small saucepan and heat until sugar melts. Add all remaining dressing ingredients and mix well.

2. Combine salad ingredients in a large bowl; toss with salad dressing and serve immediately. Garnish with croutons if desired.

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: 488 Calories from Fat: 268
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Total Fat 29.83g
45%  
Carbohydrates 40.22g
13%  
Dietary Fiber 2.74g
10%  
Saturated Fat 10.98g
54%  
Calories 488.41kcal
24%  
Cholesterol 52.16mg
17%  
Protein 18.22g
30%  
Sodium 355.34mg
14%  
Calcium
9%  
Iron
1%  
Vitamin A
11%  
Vitamin C
8%  
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.