30945 1st St.
PO Box 358
Pequot Lakes, Minnesota 56472
218-568-5995

Bouchard Pere et Fils 'Les Duresses' Monthelie

Attributes:
Producer:

Bouchard Pere et Fils
Region:

Monthelie, France
Varietal:

Pinot Noir
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2004: Tanzer Rating: 85-88
Complexity:

deep
Flavors:

black cherry, licorice, medicinal

2002: WineAdvocate Rating: (87-89)
Body:

medium-bodied
Flavors:

cherries, jammy

Food Matches:
Cheese: Brie, Goat Cheese, Sharp Cheddar
Fish or Shellfish: Grilled Ahi Tuna, Grilled Salmon
Herbs & Spices: Anise, Fennel Seed, Tarragon, Basil, Cinnamon, Mint, Mustard, Pepper (black, white, green), Rosemary
Poultry & Eggs: Coq Au Vin, Roast Goose, Roast Turkey
Red Meat: Beef Stew, Pork Chops, Veal w/Fruit Sauce
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce
Vegetables: Beets, Mushrooms, Roasted Asparagus

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.

Eppalock Ridge Shiraz 'Heathcote'

Attributes:
Producer:

Eppalock Ridge
Region:

Heathcote, Australia/New Zealand
Varietal:

Syrah / Shiraz
Bottle Size:

750 ML

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.

Jacob's Creek Reserve Merlot

Attributes:
Producer:

Jacob's Creek
Region:

Barossa Valley, Australia/New Zealand
Varietal:

Merlot
Bottle Size:

750 ML

Food Matches:
Poultry & Eggs: Coq Au Vin
Red Meat: Casseroles / Hot Dish, Grilled Beef
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce
Vegetables: Tomato

Barossa Valley:

North of Adelaide, this relatively warm region of South Australia is home to Australia’s largest winery. It is famous for its robust Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon as well as rich Sémillon and Riesling (both of which are grown in the cooler hills).


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.

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.