Tenuta di Ghizzano 'Nambrot' Add
Volpaia Chianti Classico Add
Avignonesi Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Add
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Tenuta di Ghizzano 'Nambrot'

Attributes:
Producer:

Tenuta di Ghizzano
Region:

Tuscany, Italy
Varietal:

Merlot
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2005: WineAdvocate Rating: 92
Complexity:

layered
Flavors:

dark fruit, oak

2005: WineSpectator Rating: 91
Acidity:

soft
Body:

full-bodied, solid
Flavors:

coffee, currant, flowers, ripe fruit, toasty oak
Texture:

strong

2004: Tanzer Rating: 89
Acidity:

fat, soft
Complexity:

awkward, complex
Flavors:

black fruit, blueberry, coffee, oak, plum

2004: WineAdvocate Rating: 90
Flavors:

new oak, spices, toasted oak
Fruit:

ripe, sweet

2004: WineAndSpirits Rating: 93
Acidity:

fat, fresh
Fruit:

sweet

2004: WineAdvocate Rating: 92
Flavors:

black cherry, earth, meaty, new oak, plum

2003: WineSpectator Rating: 91
Body:

full-bodied

2003: Tanzer Rating: 91
Acidity:

bright
Aromas:

floral
Complexity:

complex, densely packed
Flavors:

berries, berry, blackberries, flowers
Fruit:

concentrated, ripe

Food Matches:
Cheese: Parmesan
Pasta & Grains: (Grilled) Tofu, Lasagna, Mushroom Risotto, Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauces, Risotto
Poultry & Eggs: Duck, Game Birds
Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Curried Beef, Curried Lamb, Curried Pork, Grilled Beef, Grilled Flank Steak, Lamb Stew, Rabbit, Salami or Sausage, Sausage
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce, Stock Reductions
Vegetables: Beans, White, Eggplant, Mushroom Risotto, Mushrooms, Peppers, Spinach Ricotta, Tomato Bread Soup, Vegetable Gratin or Stew

Merlot:

(mer loh) Deep in color, high in alcohol and low in tannins, this grape is grown mostly in California, France, Washington, New York and Chile. The aromas and flavors can be plummy, chocolaty, and even redolent of tea leaves. It is often blended with Cabernet Sauvignon although it is the most prevalent grape variety in Bordeaux.

Volpaia Chianti Classico

Attributes:
Producer:

Volpaia
Region:

Chianti Classico, Italy
Varietal:

Sangiovese
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2002: WineEnthusiast Rating: 87
Compliments:

racy

2002: WineAdvocate Rating: 86
Acidity:

clean, soft
Flavors:

cherry, chocolate

2001: WineAdvocate Rating: 87
Acidity:

crisp, fresh
Flavors:

cherry, red currant

2000: WineEnthusiast Rating: 90
Compliments:

tasty
Flavors:

black currant, blackberry, mushroom

2000: WineAdvocate Rating: 87
Body:

medium-bodied
Complexity:

deep, supple
Flavors:

cherries, leather, raspberries, spice
Texture:

chewy, thick

1999: Tanzer Rating: 86
Acidity:

bright, fresh
Body:

light, medium weight
Complexity:

focused
Flavors:

cherry, mint, sage

1998: WineEnthusiast Rating: 85
Body:

medium-weight, solid

1998: Tastings Rating: 90
Acidity:

fresh
Aromas:

berry aromas
Body:

full-bodied
Flavors:

licorice, tart cherry, tobacco

Food Matches:
Cheese: Parmesan
Pasta & Grains: (Grilled) Tofu, Lasagna, Mushroom Risotto, Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauces, Risotto
Poultry & Eggs: Duck, Game Birds
Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Curried Beef, Curried Lamb, Curried Pork, Grilled Beef, Grilled Flank Steak, Lamb Stew, Rabbit, Salami or Sausage, Sausage
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce, Stock Reductions
Vegetables: Beans, White, Eggplant, Mushroom Risotto, Mushrooms, Peppers, Spinach Ricotta, Tomato Bread Soup, Vegetable Gratin or Stew

Sangiovese:

The best wines from this noble grape come from Tuscany, particularly in the Brunello di Montalcino and Chianti districts, although it is gaining in popularity in California. Sangiovese grapes make wine that is medium to high in acidity and firm in tannin; the wines can be light to full-bodied depending on where the grapes are grown. The aromas and flavors are fruity, often of a cherry-like quality. Hints of violets or a nutty character can also be present.

Avignonesi Vino Nobile di Montepulciano

Attributes:
Producer:

Avignonesi
Region:

Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Italy
Varietal:

Montepulciano
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2004: WineAdvocate Rating: 90
Acidity:

fresh
Compliments:

delicious

2003: WineSpectator Rating: 90
Complexity:

rich
Flavors:

berry, jammy, strawberry

2003: WineAdvocate Rating: 90
Texture:

round

2002: WineSpectator Rating: 83
Body:

light

2002: WineSpectator Rating: 90
Flavors:

chocolate, dried cherry

2001: WineSpectator Rating: 88
Body:

full-bodied
Flavors:

berry, cherry

2001: WineAdvocate Rating: 87
Body:

medium body
Flavors:

herbs, licorice, tar
Texture:

velvety

2001: WineSpectator Rating: 83
Texture:

strong

Food Matches:
Cheese: Parmesan
Pasta & Grains: (Grilled) Tofu, Lasagna, Mushroom Risotto, Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauces, Risotto
Poultry & Eggs: Duck, Game Birds
Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Curried Beef, Curried Lamb, Curried Pork, Grilled Beef, Grilled Flank Steak, Lamb Stew, Rabbit, Salami or Sausage, Sausage
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce, Stock Reductions
Vegetables: Beans, White, Eggplant, Mushroom Risotto, Mushrooms, Peppers, Spinach Ricotta, Tomato Bread Soup, Vegetable Gratin or Stew

Corn Chowder With Chili Peppers

Rated

Ingredients

1 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 onion, diced
1 poblano chili pepper, seeded & diced
2 garlic clove, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded & diced
3 cups milk
2 cups fresh corn kernels (from 2 to 3 ears)
1 tsp salt
1 red-ripe tomato, peeled, seeded & coarsely chopped
1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
1 lime, cut into wedges

Preparation

Heat butter in a small stock pot until melted. Add the chopped vegetable (except corn and tomatoes) and saute until soft and onions are translucent.

Stir in the milk and let come to a simmer. let the mixture simmer for 2-5 minutes so the flavors marry.

With a slotted spoon, remove 1-1/2 cups solids from the soup and puree until smooth. Return to the soup. Heat gently just to warm through. Stir in corn and tomatoes. Season to taste with cilantro and salt.

Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer gently until the corn is tender, about 3 minutes.

Ladle into warmed bowls. If you like, garnish the soup with a bowl of lime wedges on the side.

Yield

Serves 5

Cook Time

Prep Time: 15 mins.
Cook Time: 15 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 5
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 194 Calories from Fat: 144
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Total Fat 16g
24%  
Carbohydrates 33g
11%  
Dietary Fiber 9g
36%  
Saturated Fat 12g
60%  
Calories 194kcal
9%  
Cholesterol 15mg
5%  
Protein 15g
25%  
Sodium 622mg
25%  
Calcium
4%  
Iron
18%  
Vitamin A
14%  
Vitamin C
85%  
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.