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Wine of the Week

Friday, August 13th, 2010

This weeks wine is a  Zaca Mesa Roussanne.

Roussanne is a richly complex white grape variety know mostly in the Rhône Valley of France.  Honey, figs, apricots and spice are found on the nose, while a long finish with hints of minerality are noticed on the palate.

Food Pairing:  Grilled Halibut, Sea Bass, Shellfish, Risotto or Roasted Chicken with a light Beurre Blanc.

Purchase your bottle of Zaca Mesa at Vino Bello in Burien.  A fantastic wine shop and tasting room.

Wine of the Week

Thursday, July 15th, 2010

This week’s wine of the week comes from The Northern Rhone Valley.

Ferraton Pere & Fils 2005 Hermitage (Syrah)

Visual: inky purple with a paler rim, deep core, clear

Nose: jammy fruit, blackberries, white pepper

Palate: medium alcohol, medium-plus acid, blackberries, tobacco, bitter chocolate, cinnamon

Pairing: Venison, Spare Ribs, Lamb, Swordfish, Edam or Gouda



 
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