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Dauphins 'Prestige' Côtes du Rhône Add
Evans & Tate Cabernet Sauvignon Add
Black Opal Shiraz Add
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Dauphins 'Prestige' Côtes du Rhône

Attributes:
Producer:

Cellier des Dauphins
Region:

Cotes du Rhône, France
Varietal:

Rhone Blend - Red
Bottle Size:

3 L

2003: WineEnthusiast Rating: 85
Body:

solid
Complexity:

straightforward

Food Matches:
Cheese: Brie, Feta, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Sharp Cheddar, Soft Pungent Cheese
Fish or Shellfish: Tuna, Mahi-Mahi
Herbs & Spices: Bay Leaf, Juniper, Lavender, Mint, Rosemary, Thyme
Poultry & Eggs: Coq Au Vin, Duck Confit, Game Birds, Glazed Duck, Pheasant, Roast Chicken with Herbs, Roast Turkey
Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Beef Stew, Casseroles / Hot Dish, Farmed Venison, Game, Goulash, Goulash, Grilled Beef, Grilled Sausage, Hamburgers, Lamb, Lamb Shish Kabobs, Pork Chops, Rabbit, Wild Game - Elk, Caribou, Moose, Venison
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce, Tomato Sauce
Vegetables: Lentils, Mushrooms, Olives, Black, Ratatouille

Côtes du Rhône:

This region in the Rhone Valley makes light- to medium-bodied reds from the Grenache, Mourvédre, and Carignan grapes, and provides the world with some of its best inexpensive wines. Some wines are labeled Côtes du Rhône-Villages, which indicates higher quality. These wines can be earthy with a good deal of raspberryish fruit.

Evans & Tate Cabernet Sauvignon

Attributes:
Producer:

Evans & Tate
Region:

Margaret River, Australia/New Zealand
Varietal:

Cabernet Sauvignon
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2005: WineAndSpirits Rating: 84
Acidity:

soft, tart

2004: WineAndSpirits Rating: 86
Acidity:

soft
Flavors:

beef, blackberry, blueberry

1996: WineSpectator Rating: 87
Flavors:

berry, mint
Fruit:

juicy

1991: WineSpectator Rating: 82
Aromas:

berry aromas
Body:

lean
Complexity:

focused
Compliments:

mature

Food Matches:
Cheese: Brie, Goat Cheese, Provolone
Herbs & Spices: Basil, Mint, Oregano, Thyme
Red Meat: Game, Kidney, Lamb, Lamb Stew, Sausage, Variety Meats or Organ Meats
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce

Cabernet Sauvignon:

(cab er nay saw vee nyon)—This highly adaptable grape grows almost anywhere it is relatively warm, but the best wines come from the Burgundy region of France (where it is a noble variety), California, and Australia. It became famous through the red wines of the Médoc district of Bordeaux and is now grown in Washington, southern France, Italy, Australia, South Africa, Chile, and Argentina. Cabernet Sauvignon grapes make wines that are high in tannin and medium- to full-bodied. Usually identified as having black currant or cassis flavors, the grape can also possess vegetal tones when the grapes are less than ideally ripe. The best wines are rich and firm with great depth, and are often aged for fifteen years or more. Because it is highly tannic, Cabernet Sauvignon is often blended with other less-tannic grapes such as Merlot.


Margaret River:

In Western Australia, this temperate coastal area is producing superbly elegant wines, especially Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnays, and Sémillons.

Black Opal Shiraz

Attributes:
Producer:

Black Opal
Region:

Southeastern Australia, Australia/New Zealand
Varietal:

Syrah / Shiraz
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2006: WineSpectator Rating: 85
Acidity:

tart
Body:

light
Flavors:

berry

2003: WineSpectator Rating: 84
Compliments:

distinctive

2002: WineSpectator Rating: 82
Body:

light
Complexity:

simple
Compliments:

pleasant

2001: WineSpectator Rating: 83
Body:

light
Complexity:

simple
Flavors:

plum, spice

2001: WineSpectator Rating: 80
Body:

light
Compliments:

pleasant
Texture:

smooth

2000: WineSpectator Rating: 84
Flavors:

cherry, cinnamon, spicy

1999: WineSpectator Rating: 85
Body:

light
Flavors:

blackberry, herbal flavors

1998: WineSpectator Rating: 83
Body:

solid

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.

Chicken & Bacon Press

Rated

Ingredients

1 whole chicken
2 lb bacon in one piece
1 onion
2 carrot
2 sprig parsley
2 stalks celery
sprigs thyme
1 sprig marjoram
5 peppercorns
2 tbsp chopped parsley

Preparation

Put the chicken and bacon into a saucepan with the onions, carrot, celery herbs, salt and a few peppercorns.

Add about 2 inch of water. Bring to a boil, cover, and cook in a moderate oven 350°F for 1-1/2 to 2 hours, depending on the size and age of chicken. Discard the vegetables.

When the chicken and bacon are cooked, skin and chop the meat into 3/4 inch dice while it is still hot. Add the parsley, taste and correct the seasoning, then press into a bowl. Pour a little of the cooking liquid over the top, cover with a plate and weight it down. Leave the mixture overnight in the fridge. Cut into slices and serve with a salad.

A more elaborate version can be made by layering the chicken, bacon and chopped parsley.

Yield

Serves 8 to 10

Cook Time

Prep Time: 20 mins.
Cook Time: 90 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 8 to 10
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 553 Calories from Fat: 432
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Total Fat 48g
73%  
Carbohydrates 13g
4%  
Dietary Fiber 8g
32%  
Saturated Fat 22g
110%  
Calories 553kcal
27%  
Cholesterol 116mg
38%  
Protein 48g
80%  
Sodium 2135mg
88%  
Calcium
1%  
Iron
18%  
Vitamin A
65%  
Vitamin C
35%  
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.