We tend to think of the sweet wines of Bordeaux as dessert wines and as a “classic” pairing for foie gras. However, many of these wines are only lightly sweet and even the richer bottles are well-balanced by acidity. They are good as aperitifs or paired with savory courses throughout a meal. – Fred Swan…
Tag: Sauternes
Wine Pairing Recommendations for Hometown Foods #SundaySupper
This week’s #SundaySupper theme is all about hometown and the wonderful memories one’s favorite hometown foods may evoke. What I call “hometown” has always been a challenge for me. I was born in Chicago, but moved to California with my parents as a teenager. I’ve spent (way) more than half my life in California. But…
Oyster and Brie Soup and Wine Pairings for Celebrity Chef #SundaySupper
This week’s Favorite Celebrity Chef #SundaySupper theme was a blast from the past for me. While I count Alton Brown, Paula Deen, Tyler Florence and Emeril Lagasse, among my favorite celebrity chefs, it wasn’t one of their dishes that was top of mind for me. You know how there are dishes you will always remember because…
Dessert Wine Primer – Part 2; Late Harvest Dessert Wines
Late harvest is a term applied to wines that are made from grapes left on the vine longer than usual. Allowing the grapes to “hang” longer (to the point where the grapes may be similar to raisins) increases their sugar levels, making a sweeter wine. How long the grapes are left on the vine determines…
How To Spend $270,000 On Wine For Dinner Without Really Trying…
How to spend $270,000 on wine for a meal without really trying!