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Concannon Cabernet Sauvignon Selected Vineyard

Attributes:
Producer:

Concannon
Region:

Central Coast, United States
Varietal:

Cabernet Sauvignon
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2003: Tastings Rating: 83
Body:

medium-bodied
Flavors:

black cherry, black fruit, earthy, mint, oak

2003: WineEnthusiast Rating: 84
Body:

full-bodied
Flavors:

cherries, herbs, oak
Fruit:

ripe

2002: WineEnthusiast Rating: 81
Flavors:

raisiny

2001: WineSpectator Rating: 76
Acidity:

fresh
Flavors:

berry, cedar, earth, sage

2001: WineEnthusiast Rating: 85
Flavors:

blackberry, cherry, oak

2001: Tastings Rating: 85
Acidity:

soft
Body:

medium-bodied
Fruit:

sweet

2001: Tastings Rating: 83
Body:

medium-bodied
Flavors:

berry, black cherry, earth, oak

2000: Tastings Rating: 86
Flavors:

black currant, oak

Food Matches:
Cheese: Blue Cheese, Brie, Provolone
Fish or Shellfish: Sea Bass
Herbs & Spices: Basil, Mint, Oregano, Rosemary, Thyme
Poultry & Eggs: Game Birds
Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Game, Kidney, Roast Beef, Sausage, Variety Meats or Organ Meats, Veal Carpaccio
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce
Vegetables: Potatoes, Roasted Mixed Vegetables

Cabernet Sauvignon:

(cab er nay saw vee nyon)—This highly adaptable grape grows almost anywhere it is relatively warm, but the best wines come from the Burgundy region of France (where it is a noble variety), California, and Australia. It became famous through the red wines of the Médoc district of Bordeaux and is now grown in Washington, southern France, Italy, Australia, South Africa, Chile, and Argentina. Cabernet Sauvignon grapes make wines that are high in tannin and medium- to full-bodied. Usually identified as having black currant or cassis flavors, the grape can also possess vegetal tones when the grapes are less than ideally ripe. The best wines are rich and firm with great depth, and are often aged for fifteen years or more. Because it is highly tannic, Cabernet Sauvignon is often blended with other less-tannic grapes such as Merlot.


Central Coast:

The Central Coast AVA is a large American Viticultural Area that spans from Santa Barbara County to the San Francisco Bay Area. With around 100,000 acres planted, Chardonnay accounts for more then half of the total plantings. Within this larger AVA are several smaller appellations that share the same cooling influence from the Pacific Ocean. These include Arroyo Grande Valley AVA Arroyo Seco AVA Carmel Valley AVA Chalone AVA Cienega Valley AVA Contra Costa County AVA Edna Valley AVA Hames Valley AVA Lime Kiln AVA Livermore Valley AVA Monterey AVA Monterey County AVA Pacheco Pass AVA Paicines AVA Paso Robles AVA San Antonio Valley AVA San Benito AVA San Bernabe AVA San Francisco Bay AVA San Lucas AVA San Luis Obispo County AVA San Ysidro District AVA Santa Barbara County AVA Santa Clara County AVA Santa Clara Valley AVA Santa Cruz County AVA Santa Lucia Highlands AVA Santa Maria Valley AVA Santa Ynez Valley AVA Sta. Rita Hills AVA York Mountain AVA

Rosenblum 'Rockpile Road' Zinfandel

Attributes:
Producer:

Rosenblum Cellars
Region:

Rockpile, United States
Varietal:

Zinfandel
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2005: CGCW Rating: 86
Acidity:

soft
Compliments:

drinkable
Flavors:

blackberry
Fruit:

sweet

2004: WineAdvocate Rating: (90-92)

2004: CGCW Rating: 90
Body:

full-bodied
Complexity:

rich
Texture:

glycerin

2003: WineSpectator Rating: 94
Body:

light
Complexity:

rich
Compliments:

delicious
Flavors:

blackberry, raspberry, toasty oak, wild berry
Fruit:

ripe

2003: CGCW Rating: 92
Flavors:

berries, caramel, chocolate, oak
Fruit:

ripe

2002: WineSpectator Rating: 92
Complexity:

opulent, rich
Compliments:

tasty
Flavors:

black cherry, hazelnut, oak, smoky, spice, wild berry
Fruit:

ripe

2002: WineEnthusiast Rating: 92
Flavors:

cassis, cherry, chocolate, vanilla
Texture:

smooth

2002: CGCW Rating: 88
Complexity:

deep
Fruit:

ripe, sweet

Food Matches:
Cheese: Aged Cheddar, Feta, Goat Cheese, Smoked Gouda, Soft Pungent Cheese
Fruits & Nuts: Citrus Fruits
Herbs & Spices: Anise, Fennel Seed, Tarragon, Bay Leaf, Cinnamon, Clove, Mint, Oregano, Pepper (black, white, green)
Pasta & Grains: Lasagna, Pasta with Peppery Mushroom Sauce
Poultry & Eggs: Coq Au Vin, Game Birds, Herb Marinated Chicken, Roast Chicken with Herbs, Roast Turkey, Spicy Chicken Dishes
Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Beef Stew, Game, Grilled Pork Tenderloin, Ham, Hamburgers, Lamb Stew, Minestrone, Sausage, Wild Game - Elk, Caribou, Moose, Venison
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce
Spicy Food: Beef Stir Fry
Vegetables: Lentils, Tomato

Zinfandel:

One of California’s oldest varietals, this grape actually hails from Croatia. Red Zinfandel makes rich dark wines that are high in alcohol and medium to high in tannin. The can have a blackberry or raspberry aroma, a spicy character and even a jammy flavor. Some Zinfandels are relatively light-bodied and meant to be enjoyed young, while others benefit from aging.

McPherson Cabernet Sauvignon

Attributes:
Producer:

McPherson
Region:

Murray Darling, Australia/New Zealand
Varietal:

Cabernet Sauvignon
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2002: Tastings Rating: 82

2001: WineEnthusiast Rating: 85
Acidity:

fresh
Body:

light
Complexity:

simple

Food Matches:
Cheese: Brie, Goat Cheese, Provolone
Herbs & Spices: Basil, Mint, Oregano, Thyme
Red Meat: Game, Kidney, Lamb, Lamb Stew, Sausage, Variety Meats or Organ Meats
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce

Cabernet Sauvignon:

(cab er nay saw vee nyon)—This highly adaptable grape grows almost anywhere it is relatively warm, but the best wines come from the Burgundy region of France (where it is a noble variety), California, and Australia. It became famous through the red wines of the Médoc district of Bordeaux and is now grown in Washington, southern France, Italy, Australia, South Africa, Chile, and Argentina. Cabernet Sauvignon grapes make wines that are high in tannin and medium- to full-bodied. Usually identified as having black currant or cassis flavors, the grape can also possess vegetal tones when the grapes are less than ideally ripe. The best wines are rich and firm with great depth, and are often aged for fifteen years or more. Because it is highly tannic, Cabernet Sauvignon is often blended with other less-tannic grapes such as Merlot.


Murray River:

This area between Victoria and New South Wales includes the Mildura region.

Southern-fried Chicken

Rated

Ingredients

1 chicken, about 3-1/4 lb.
3 cups buttermilk
2 tbsp hot red pepper sauce
1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp sweet paprika
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
2 tbsp oil
1 cup vegetable oil for frying

Preparation

Cut the chicken into eight pieces. In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk with the pepper sauce and season to taste with salt. Marinate the chicken for a least 1 hour, or preferably overnight in the refrigerator.

Drain the chicken and pat dry. Mix together the flour, paprika, oregano, 1 teaspoon salt and cayenne pepper in a dish and use to coat the chicken. Shake off the excess and set the chicken aside.

Preheat the oven to 300°F.

Heat oil in a large heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken, skin-side-down, and reduce the heat to medium. Cook for about 10 minutes, or until nicely browned. If necessary, cook in batches-do not crowd the pan, and leave enough space between the pieces to ensure even cooking. Turn the pieces over and cook until browned. Transfer to a baking dish or roasting pan, cover loosely with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.

Yield

Serves 8

Cook Time

Prep Time: 15 mins.
Cook Time: 55 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 8
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 468 Calories from Fat: 153
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Total Fat 17g
26%  
Carbohydrates 14g
4%  
Dietary Fiber < 1g
4%  
Saturated Fat 5g
25%  
Calories 468kcal
23%  
Cholesterol 320mg
106%  
Protein 51g
85%  
Sodium 983.9mg
41%  
Calcium
9%  
Iron
10%  
Vitamin A
17%  
Vitamin C
21%  
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.