Ameztoi’s “Rubentis” rosado is one of my favorite things about the arrival of summer. Spritzy, (yes that’s right it’s supposed to be that way) delicate and with just a whiff of wild strawberry, the Rubentis is so easy and fun to drink that I really have to pace myself. I usually stock up with a [...]
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Txicken and Txakoli..
Posted in food and wine, tagged rosé, Spain on July 11, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Bip and Bandol (rosé)
Posted in food and wine, tagged Provence, rosé on July 5, 2010 | 1 Comment »
For me, one of the most satisfying food/wine pairings is a glass of Bandol rosé and tapenade. This olive based gourmet condiment from the south of France is extremely easy to prepare, and can be enjoyed in a multitude of ways. My good friend Elisabeth (Bip) Schriber has her own, super tasty version that I whip up [...]
La Vie en Rosé
Posted in food and wine, tagged rosé on June 30, 2010 | 1 Comment »
Summer is finally here in northern California! After a cool and very rainy first half of 2010, I am really ready for some warm weather and sun. The change of season also coincides with the arrival of one of my favorite styles of wine. Rosé! For so many years pink wine has gotten a bad rap. Many [...]
International Malbec Days..the final frontier
Posted in food and wine, in the vineyard, la route du vin - travel, tagged Argentina, Cahors, malbec on June 18, 2010 | 6 Comments »
Our final day of International Malbec days brought us to the Château de Grezels for a farewell luncheon and tasting. While ascending the stairs of the Chateau towards the courtyard entrance, I stopped, caught my breath, and the turned around to this most serene view of the Cahors countryside and the Lot Valley. Magnifique! At [...]
mumu in Cahors..troisieme partie
Posted in food and wine, la route du vin - travel, tastings, tagged Cahors, malbec on June 14, 2010 | 2 Comments »
Our second morning at International Malbec Days got underway at the “Malbec Lounge” with a second (very) comprehensive tasting and presentation by a group of world renowned wine and soil experts. First, renowned soil experts Lydia and Claude Bourguignon presented a summary of their research on the specific soils of Cahors. More specifically, they stressed [...]
What to eat while in Cahors?
Posted in food and wine, la route du vin - travel, tagged Cahors, funghi on June 9, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Well, now that you know something about the wines of Cahors..but what about the local cuisine? Below is a brief summary of the food specialties of the region. The next time you visit, be sure to seek them out! Rare, seasonal and delicious, one cannot explore the cuisine of the region without considering this magical funghi. [...]
mumu in Cahors..premier partie
Posted in food and wine, la route du vin - travel, life, tastings, tagged Cahors, malbec on June 4, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
My first full day in the region on Cahors started with a glorious morning and breakfast at the Château de Mercuès, a Relais et Châteaux overlooking the Cahors countryside and the Lot river. The Château’s history is important to the region, having been the the summer residence of the bishops of Cahors since the 13th [...]
Où est Mumu?
Posted in food and wine, la route du vin - travel, tastings, tagged malbec on May 23, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Coming at you from southwest France! This is the 3rd annual International Malbec Days convention being held in the varietal’s ancestral home of Cahors. I am learning more than I ever thought that I could about the grape, region and culture of this wine growing region. Also meeting many interesting people from all over the [...]
Spring has sprung! ..dîner chez Plymptech
Posted in food and wine, tagged rosé on May 15, 2010 | 2 Comments »
I interrupt my regularly scheduled HdR programming to let you all know that spring has officially sprung! Yes, indeed I believe that the winter rains are behind us once and for all. Here in the Bay Area, or Oakland, Ca to be more precise, everything’s a bloomin! Red, orange, green, violet..morning walks in my “urban” neighborhood of [...]
Adiós Argentina..
Posted in food and wine, in the vineyard, la route du vin - travel, tagged Argentina, malbec, Mendoza, video on April 28, 2010 | 1 Comment »
Well, for now we will say adiós to Argentina. I had a marvelous time getting to know the land, people and wine of Mendoza. Our last day and a half was spent swimming, horseback riding, and relaxing around a large open fire as we recounted our adventures and sipped on a glass or two of Argentine [...]
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