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Chateau Xanadu Chardonnay

Attributes:
Producer:

Chateau Xanadu
Region:

Margaret River, Australia/New Zealand
Varietal:

Chardonnay
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2002: WineEnthusiast Rating: 86
Aromas:

stone fruit
Flavors:

buttery, hazelnut, oak, pear, spicy

2001: WineSpectator Rating: 88
Flavors:

pear, spicy

2000: WineEnthusiast Rating: 90
Acidity:

tart

1997: WineSpectator Rating: 91
Flavors:

apple, grapefruit, spice, vanilla

Food Matches:
Cheese: Blue Cheese, Brie, Goat Cheese, Gouda, Swiss
Fish or Shellfish: Catfish, Dover Sole, Red Snapper, Tilapia, Walleye, Garlic Shrimp, Grouper / Swordfish, Monkfish, Lobster Salad, Salmon / Trout, Bluefish and Mackerel, Shellfish (scallops, clams, crab, lobster, shrimp, etc...), Smoked Salmon
Herbs & Spices: Anise, Fennel Seed, Tarragon, Basil, Curry, Ginger, Nutmeg, Mace, Allspice, Rosemary, Saffron, Thyme
Poultry & Eggs: Chicken or Turkey, Glazed Duck, Goose, Roast Game Hen, Roast Turkey
Red Meat: Pork, Veal
Sauces: White Wine Sauce
Vegetables: Avocado

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.


Margaret River:

In Western Australia, this temperate coastal area is producing superbly elegant wines, especially Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnays, and Sémillons.

Reichsgraf Von Kesselstatt Riesling Auslese 'Piesporter Goldtrophchen'

Attributes:
Producer:

Reichsgraf Von Kesselstatt
Region:

Piesport, Germany
Varietal:

Riesling Auslese
Bottle Size:

375 ML

2006: WineSpectator Rating: 92
Aromas:

floral nose

2006: Tanzer Rating: 89(+?)
Complexity:

supple
Flavors:

mineral, peach

2006: WineSpectator Rating: 90
Compliments:

tasty
Flavors:

pepper, pineapple, stone
Texture:

creamy

2005: WineEnthusiast Rating: 89
Flavors:

apple, bitter, citrus, pineapple

2005: WineSpectator Rating: 90
Compliments:

delicious
Flavors:

peach, spice, vanilla
Fruit:

sweet

2005: WineAdvocate Rating: 91
Acidity:

clean, low acidity
Flavors:

grapefruit, raisin
Fruit:

ripe, sweet
Texture:

creamy

2005: WineSpectator Rating: 92
Flavors:

earthy

2005: WineAndSpirits Rating: 91
Aromas:

floral
Body:

light-bodied
Complexity:

deep, tightly wound
Compliments:

distinctive

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

Two Hands 'Samantha's Garden' Shiraz

Attributes:
Producer:

Two Hands
Region:

Clare, Australia/New Zealand
Varietal:

Syrah / Shiraz
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2005: Tanzer Rating: 93
Acidity:

fresh, tangy
Complexity:

suave
Compliments:

delicious
Flavors:

orange peel, raspberry, red berry, spice, spicy, strawberry
Fruit:

juicy

2005: WineSpectator Rating: 94
Acidity:

bright
Flavors:

cherry, mineral, plum
Texture:

silky

2004: WineSpectator Rating: 90
Acidity:

bright
Complexity:

focused
Compliments:

racy
Flavors:

blueberry, plum

2004: WineAdvocate Rating: 93
Body:

full-bodied
Complexity:

rich
Flavors:

licorice, raspberries, smoke, toast
Fruit:

austere

2003: WineAdvocate Rating: 93
Aromas:

floral
Complexity:

rich, supple
Compliments:

elegant, powerful
Fruit:

concentrated

2002: WineSpectator Rating: 91
Acidity:

bright, lively, tangy
Aromas:

floral

2002: WineAdvocate Rating: 95
Body:

full-bodied
Complexity:

deep, rich
Compliments:

elegant, powerful
Flavors:

blackberry, mineral, mint

Food Matches:
Cheese: Brie, Feta, Parmesan, Sharp Cheddar
Herbs & Spices: Bay Leaf, Cayenne, Chili Powder, Juniper, Lavender, Mint, Pepper (black, white, green), Rosemary, Thyme
Pasta & Grains: Lasagna w/Meat, Spicy Couscous
Poultry & Eggs: Coq Au Vin
Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Chili, Game, Grilled Sausage, Hamburgers, Red Meat Cajun Style, Roast Beef
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce
Vegetables: Garlic, Mushrooms, Ratatouille

Clare Valley:

This climatically diverse region of South Australia makes the country’s best Rieslings in a dry, crisp style with hints of lime. It is also known for its Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz.


Syrah:

Originally grown in France’s Northern Rhône Valley (where it is a noble variety) this grape has spread to Australia, California, Washington, Italy and Spain. In the Rhone region this grape produces deeply colored wines with full body and firm tannin, however in Australia, where it is known as Shiraz, the wines are lighter and fruitier. Aromas and flavors for these wines vary as much as their geographical breadth suggests: berries, smoked meat, bell peppers, even tar.


Shiraz:

Australian name for the grape known as Syrah in France.

Chicken Guacamole Tortillas

Rated

Ingredients

1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breast, trimmed of excess fat
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 tbsp olive oil
1 ripe avocados
1 whole jalapeno pepper or serrano pepper, seeded & minced
½ whole bermuda red onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 Tomatoes, seeded and diced
2 tablespoon Cliantro leaves
1/8 teaspoon lime juice
2 large flour tortillas
1/2 cup sour cream

Preparation

Season chicken breasts on both sides with 1/8tsp salt, 1/8 tsp each black pepper & cayenne pepper, and cumin. In a large skillet saute chicken in hot oil 3 to 4 minutes on each side, until golden. Remove and slice thin.

Make guacamole by mashing avocado, adding other ingredients, and seasoning to taste with remaining salt, peppers and lime juice.

Lay half the chicken slices in one of the tortillas, cover with half the guacamole, and roll up tortilla. Repeat. Serve with sour cream on the side for dipping.

Yield

Makes 2 Servings

Cook Time

Prep Time: 20 mins.
Cook Time: 8 mins.

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information is provided as a resource. Values will vary depending on specific ingredients used.
Serving Size: 1
Number of Servings: Makes 2 Servings
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 473 Calories from Fat: 414
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Total Fat 46g
70%  
Carbohydrates 43g
14%  
Dietary Fiber 17g
68%  
Saturated Fat 21g
105%  
Calories 473kcal
23%  
Cholesterol 30mg
10%  
Protein 17g
28%  
Sodium 551mg
22%  
Calcium
3%  
Iron
25%  
Vitamin A
31%  
Vitamin C
143%  
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.