Seis de Luberri Add
Selbach-Oster 'Bernkasteler Badstube' Riesling Beerenauslese Add
Boutari Merlot-Xinomavro Add
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Seis de Luberri

Attributes:
Producer:

Bodegas Luberri
Region:

Rioja, Spain
Varietal:

Tempranillo
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2005: WineAdvocate Rating: 87
Body:

medium body
Complexity:

straightforward
Flavors:

currant, oak, spice

2004: WineAdvocate Rating: 87
Flavors:

herbs, licorice

Food Matches:
Cheese: Blue Cheese
Herbs & Spices: Paprika, Rosemary
Pasta & Grains: Lasagna w/Meat
Poultry & Eggs: Game Birds, Glazed Duck
Red Meat: Beef, Grilled Filet Mignon, Grilled or Roast Leg, Grilled or Broiled Chops or Rack of Lamb, Lamb, Rabbit, Wild Game - Elk, Caribou, Moose, Venison
Sauces: Aioli
Spicy Food: Baby Goose Baked w/Pears, Baby Squid and Pork in Chocolate Sauce, Esoteric Spainish Cuisine, Rabbit with quince & honey, Spiny Lobster & Chicken in Hazelnut Sauce
Vegetables: Caramelized Shallots, Onions, Leeks, Roasted Mixed Vegetables, Shallots, Tomato, Wild Mushroom Strudel, Wild Mushrooms

Rioja:

(ree OH hah)—This region in north-central Spain makes the country’s most popular red wine from Tempranillo, Garnacha (Grenache), Graciano and Mazuelo grapes. Rosado (rose) and white wines are also produced here. Traditionally red Rioja was aged for many years in small barrels made from American oak; this produced wines that were pale, gentle, and lacking in fruitiness. Current trends have been away from only oak aging and the wines are now much fresher tasting. In addition, the introduction of French oak barrels has contributed to its distinctive vanilla quality. The Rioja region is divided into three zones, the most well known being Rioja Alta. Alta-based wines tend to be firmer and leaner in style. Rioja Alavesa produces delicate, perfumed reds. Both Alavesa- and Alta-based wines are blended with wines from the third region, Rioja Baja, a somewhat warmer area that produces heavier grapes. The label of a Rioja will reveal much about the characteristics of its contents. Sin crianza Riojas receive no oak aging and are released young; they are Beaujolais-like, fruity and fresh. Some wines are aged for two years in oak or bottles; these are labeled crianza and, while still fresh and fruity, begin take on the famous oakiness. Wines aged for three years, at least one year in a barrel, are labeled reserva. These are often the most enjoyable of all Riojas. The most expensive wines are aged for five years or more, earning the status of gran reserva. The youngest Riojas pair well with seafood, spicy sausages, and Spanish-style bean dishes. The mature reds should be eaten with game, stews, and cheese.


Tempranillo:

This Spanish grape gives wines deep color, low acidity and only moderate alcohol content. In recent years the Ribera del Duero region has been producing wonderful wines featuring this grape; in older, more traditional regions such as Rioja, the grape is blended with others.

Selbach-Oster 'Bernkasteler Badstube' Riesling Beerenauslese

Attributes:
Producer:

Selbach Oster
Region:

Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Germany
Varietal:

Riesling Beerenauslese
Bottle Size:

750 ML

Food Matches:
Cheese: Blue Cheese
Desserts: Apple Strudel, Caramel, Cheesecake, Linzer Torte
Fish or Shellfish: Shellfish (scallops, clams, crab, lobster, shrimp, etc...), Smoked Salmon
Fruits & Nuts: Cherries
Herbs & Spices: Cayenne, Chili Powder, Cilantro, Coriander
Pasta & Grains: Spaetzle or Dumplings
Poultry & Eggs: Roast Turkey, Spicy Chicken Dishes
Red Meat: Liver, Pate or Liver, Pork, Red Meat Cajun Style
Sauces: Soy Sauce, Spicy Sauce, White Wine Sauce
Spicy Food: Chili Seafood, Curry Dishes, Mexican & South American, Pad Thai, Szechuan
Vegetables: Asparagus, Avocado, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Chile Peppers, Jalapeno and other hot peppers

Mosel-Saar-Ruwer:

(MOH zel zar ROO ver)—This dramatically beautiful region of western Germany produces exceptional white wines from the Riesling grape. Among the lightest in Germany, these wines usually contain less than 10% alcohol and they are generally delicate, fresh, and bursting with flavor. With its flowery tastes and aromas, Mosel Riesling is a great wine to drink in the spring. Look for the words “Erzeugerabfüllung” or Gutsabfüllung,” which indicate that the wine was estate bottled and not mass-produced.

Boutari Merlot-Xinomavro

Attributes:
Producer:

Boutari
Region:

Macedonia, Other
Varietal:

Dry Red Table Wine
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2005: WineSpectator Rating: 86
Complexity:

rich

2000: WineSpectator Rating: 82
Flavors:

berry, mineral, mushroom, smoky

2000: WineSpectator Rating: 86

1999: WineSpectator Rating: 82

1999: WineEnthusiast Rating: 86
Flavors:

tobacco

1997: WineSpectator Rating: 79
Flavors:

leather, raisin, tomato

1997: WineEnthusiast Rating: 86
Texture:

tough

1996: WineSpectator Rating: 83
Complexity:

focused
Flavors:

dried cherry, herbal, plum

Food Matches:
Pasta & Grains: Lasagna
Red Meat: Beef, Buffalo
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce

Beef Stir-Fry

Rated

Ingredients

2/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 scallions, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
Pepper to taste
2 tsp brown sugar
1-1/2 lbs lean beef, cut into bite-size pieces
2 tbsp sesame oil
4 cups chopped broccoli

Preparation

1. In a large bowl, combine the soy sauce, scallions, onion, pepper, and brown sugar. Add the beef and marinate for 10 minutes.

2. In a large wok or skillet over medium heat, warm the oil. Add the beef, and sauté until the meat is cooked to your liking, stirring occasionally. Remove the cooked beef from the pan and reserve. Add the broccoli and saute until tender. Add water if you need additional moisture. Add reserved beef to pan and toss to warm and coat the broccoli. Serve with a side brown or white rice.

Yield

Serves 4 serving