Dr. H. Thanisch Riesling-Auslese 'Berncasteler Doctor'

Attributes:
Producer:

Dr H Thanisch
Region:

Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Germany
Varietal:

Riesling
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2006: WineAndSpirits Rating: 92
Acidity:

clean
Flavors:

mandarin orange, mango

2006: WineAndSpirits Rating: 91
Complexity:

rich
Compliments:

fragrant
Flavors:

mango, orange
Fruit:

concentrated

2006: WineAndSpirits Rating: 89

2005: WineAndSpirits Rating: 92
Compliments:

distinctive, fragrant, racy

2005: WineAndSpirits Rating: 92
Acidity:

fresh
Complexity:

rich
Flavors:

mango, peach

2004: WineAndSpirits Rating: 93
Acidity:

fresh
Complexity:

complex
Compliments:

mouthwatering
Flavors:

peach, pear

2002: WineAdvocate Rating: 88
Complexity:

complex, rich
Flavors:

minerals
Fruit:

concentrated, sweet

2002: WineAdvocate Rating: 88
Acidity:

fat
Aromas:

*-scented
Body:

light, medium-bodied
Complexity:

deep, rich
Flavors:

candied, minerals
Fruit:

concentrated, sweet
Texture:

dense, thick

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.


Riesling:

(REESE ling)—a grape that comes mostly from the Mosel and Rheingau regions of Germany (where it is a noble variety), the Finger Lakes region of New York, and Alsace region of France, and Austria. Although often thought of as “sweet,” many Rieslings are quite dry. The word trocken on German bottles indicates dryness. The trademarks of Riesling are high acidity, low to medium alcohol levels, and aromas and flavors that range from fruity and flowery to mineral. Also called Johannesburg Riesling or White Riesling.

Simi 'Goldfields' Chardonnay Reserve

Attributes:
Producer:

Simi Winery
Region:

Russian River Valley, United States
Varietal:

Chardonnay
Bottle Size:

750 ML

1999: WineSpectator Rating: 91
Complexity:

rich
Flavors:

anise, earth, nectarine, spicy, toasty oak

1999: WineEnthusiast Rating: 87
Body:

full-bodied
Complexity:

rich
Texture:

creamy, smooth

1999: CGCW Rating: 75
Flavors:

oak, peach, ripe fruit, smoky

1998: WineSpectator Rating: 87
Compliments:

racy
Flavors:

earthy, herbal, oak, pear

1998: WineEnthusiast Rating: 92
Acidity:

lively
Complexity:

focused
Compliments:

elegant

1996: WineSpectator Rating: 92
Complexity:

rich
Compliments:

delicious, elegant
Flavors:

citrus, nutmeg, pear, vanilla

1996: WineAdvocate Rating: 89
Body:

full-bodied, light
Complexity:

rich
Flavors:

butterscotch, honeysuckle
Fruit:

concentrated

Food Matches:
Cheese: Brie, Gouda, Soft Pungent Cheese, Swiss
Fish or Shellfish: Garlic Shrimp, Lobster Salad, Sea Bass
Fruits & Nuts: Citrus Fruits
Herbs & Spices: Anise, Fennel Seed, Tarragon, Basil, Curry, Ginger, Nutmeg, Mace, Allspice, Rosemary, Saffron, Thyme
Poultry & Eggs: Chicken or Turkey, Roast Turkey
Sauces: White Wine Sauce
Vegetables: Caesar Salad

Chardonnay:

(shar dohn nay)—This noble grape’s reputation was established in France, particularly in the Burgundy region, and the highly prized Chardonnay wines from Chablis, Mâcon, Mersault, and Pouilly-Fuissé are imitated by winemakers around the world. Generally an oaked wine (whether from expensive oak barrels or a quick soak in oak chips), its fruity aromas and flavors range from apple in the cooler regions to tropical fruits such a pineapple in the warmer regions. It can also display subtle earthy aromas, such as mushroom or minerals. It has a medium to high acidity and is generally full-bodied. Classical Chardonnay wines are dry. Chardonnay is also an important grape in the Champagne district where it's picked before fully ripe and while it still has high acid and understated fruit flavors—the perfect combination for champagne. California has adopted this grape with a fervor and there are some 200 wineries producing Chardonnay wines in other parts of the United States. Chardonnay has also seen a tremendous planting surge in Australia, and new vineyards are being planted in Italy, Lebanon, New Zealand, Spain, and South Africa.

Foppiano Pinot Noir

Attributes:
Producer:

Foppiano Vineyards
Region:

Russian River Valley, United States
Varietal:

Pinot Noir
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2005: CGCW Rating: 84
Complexity:

muddled
Flavors:

cherries, smoky

2004: CGCW Rating: 84
Flavors:

chalk, cherries, sour
Fruit:

fruity, ripe

2002: CGCW Rating: 84
Body:

light
Flavors:

cherries

2000: WineSpectator Rating: 83
Acidity:

tangy, tart

2000: WineEnthusiast Rating: 85
Body:

light
Flavors:

cranberry, plum, wild berry

2000: CGCW Rating: 83
Texture:

delicate

Food Matches:
Cheese: Brie, Feta, Goat Cheese, Gouda, Sharp Cheddar, Swiss
Fish or Shellfish: Seared Ahi Tuna
Herbs & Spices: Anise, Fennel Seed, Tarragon, Basil, Cinnamon, Mint, Pepper (black, white, green), Rosemary
Pasta & Grains: (Grilled) Tofu, Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauces, Pasta with Truffles
Poultry & Eggs: Roast Chicken with Herbs, Roast Duck, Roast Turkey
Red Meat: Curried Beef, Curried Lamb, Curried Pork, Grilled Flank Steak, Hamburgers, Pork w/Fruit Sauce, Roast Pork Tenderloin w/Sage, Sausage
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce
Vegetables: Beans, White, Beets, Mushrooms, Tomato, Vegetable Gratin or Stew

Pinot Noir:

(pee noh nwahr)—A tricky grape to grow, Pinot Noir makes some of the best wines in the world. The prototype wine is red Burgundy from France but Oregon, California, New Zealand, and parts of Australia also produce good Pinot Noir. The wine is lighter in color than Cabernet or Merlot with relatively high alcohol, medium-to-high acidity, and medium-to-low tannin. Its flavors and aromas can be very fruity or earthy and woodsy, depending on how it is grown. It is rarely blended with other grapes.

Garlic and Rosemary Roasted Pork Tenderloin

Rated

Ingredients

2 lb pork tenderloin, 2 16 oz roasts trimmed
4 garlic clove, crushed
3/4 tsp dried rosemary
3/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/2 tsp salt
cooking oil spray

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 500°F.

Place the garlic, rosemary, black pepper, and salt in a small dish, and stir to mix well. Rub the mixture evenly over the tenderloins.

Place the roasts in a baking pan, and spray the tops lightly with cooking spray. Place the pan in the oven, and reduce the oven temperature to 475°F.

Roast for about 25 minutes, or just until the meat in the center of the roast is no longer pink when cut with a knife.

Slice the roasts thinly on the diagonal, and serve immediately.

Yield

Serves 4

Cook Time

Prep Time: 10 mins.
Cook Time: 25 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 4
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 341 Calories from Fat: 108
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Total Fat 12g
18%  
Carbohydrates 3g
1%  
Dietary Fiber 3g
12%  
Saturated Fat 7g
35%  
Calories 341kcal
17%  
Cholesterol 166mg
55%  
Protein 63g
105%  
Sodium 424mg
17%  
Calcium
0%  
Iron
11%  
Vitamin A
0%  
Vitamin C
5%  
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.