Monthly Archives: December 2009

Odd Wines

Posted on December 15, 2009 by james

I tried two new wines last night, Rico Suter Cabernet Sauvignon/Petit Verdot and Wyndam Estate Bin 525 Shiraz Grenache. Not sure what to make of the Suter wine (from S. Africa.) Firstly it’s 15% which is headed towards vermouth territory. … Continue reading →

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Holiday Gift Ideas

Posted on December 14, 2009 by james

Here’s the lineup from Jeff Rogstad today: Forty Creek Rye is missing from the picture. Any of them make great gifts. Under $15 – Pink: cheery easy drinking rose bubbly $35ish – Collazzi, french blends (cabernet sauvignon, merlot, cabernet franc) … Continue reading →

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Amarone

Posted on December 14, 2009 by james

Bolla amarone, roast beef, roasted potato & yams for supper. It was freezing here yesterday. So back to the basics. Bolla’s Amarone isn’t the best in the world but it’s never bad. It might have been my mood or it … Continue reading →

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More on Osso Wild-Boar-O

Posted on December 13, 2009 by james

Definitely a recipe worth repeating. The limes seem to be the key. Next time though, I’ll stew the hocks at least overnight. Eating it cold today, it tastes great, but like all game, the texture is a little tougher than … Continue reading →

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Malbec and Boar (and bore?)

Posted on December 12, 2009 by james

Trapiche Malbec. Not so good. Not bad, but not so good. I’m working my way through a billion cheap wines for the January columns. I don’t mind the wine, but this wasn’t the best pairing. I think a jammy Australian … Continue reading →

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