Wine Labels with Tasting Notes

Wine Tasting Notes refer to the aroma, taste identification, acidity, structure, texture, and balance of a wine. We have assembled tasting notes for the wine parings in our blog posts. shop Sokol Blosser

Friday Fish Dish – Roasted Salmon with Lentils Braised in Red Wine

This weeks Friday Fish Dish for is a Pacific Northwest paring of roasted salmon with a light bodied Oregon Pinot Noir. The roasted salmon is served on a bed of French baby lentils, braised in red wine with a simple green salad, dressed with a mustard vinaigrette. For a beautiful presentation, plate on a platter and serve family-style. For a wine pairing, we suggest an Oregon Pinot Noir, for the silky, subtle tannin structure and strawberry and raspberry fruit character. The earthy undertones of Pinot Noir bring out the savory and rich flavors of the salmon and braised lentils. Suggested Wine Pairing 2011 Ponzi Pinot Noir buy Method – risotto-style lentils It is important to use French lentils, such as du […]

Best Bunnies – Chocolate Easter Bunnies to Dye For!

Easter morning conjures childhood memories of the basket hunt with the prized Chocolate Bunny nested in the center with a medley of sugary pastel sweets. The Chocolate Bunny, wrapped in foil or in a box was the sweet reward, much to sweet for a grownup palate. Chocolate Bunnies have grown up, perhaps to Chocolate Rabbits, made with quality dark chocolate, organic and gluten free. Bunnies in classic standing poses, in cars, motorcycles and boats. Bunnies filled with caramel, nuts, sea salt, fruits, even hot chile peppers and on a stick. We found, classic, silly, dapper and ever-so-tiny, Chocolate Bunnies. Chocolate Bunnies as gifts, decor, place cards and centerpieces. We went on our own Easter hunt, for the best artisan crafted […]