Monthly Archives: July 2013
La Jolla Wine Tasting Selections for 7/26/13-7/27/13
Wines made from Syrah are often powerfully flavored and full-bodied. The variety produces wines with a wide range of flavor notes, depending on the climate and soils where it is grown. Aroma characters can range from violets to berries (usually … Continue reading
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El Cajon Wine Tasting Selections for 7/26/13
Syrah or Shiraz is a dark-skinned grape grown throughout the world, but traces its origins to the Rhone Valley of southeastern France. The wines that made Syrah famous were those from Hermitage and the Cote Rotie, or “Roasted Slope”. These … Continue reading
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La Jolla Wine Tasting Selections for 7/19/13-7/20/13
Giorgio Rivetti of La Spinetta in Piedmont started out as a Moscato d’Asti producer but dreamed of making a serious red wine. First he got into Barbera with his extraordinary Cà di Pian. Next he took on Barbaresco and Barolo … Continue reading
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El Cajon Wine Tasting Selections for 7/19/13
Legend has it the ugly duckling is passed over by everyone, until finally, it becomes the beautiful swan; at which point everyone wants it. This Friday at El Cajon, we will sample some “ugly duckling wines” that have been passed … Continue reading
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El Cajon Wine Tasting Selections for 7/12/13
If you had to pick one, Napa Valley would probably be our favorite region for big Cabernets and Red Blends. Alexander Valley, Washington, and Paso Robles have had their champions as well, but could not match the sheer numbers of … Continue reading
La Jolla Wine Tasting Selections for 7/5/13-7/6/13
In celebration of our Independence Day I have decided to up the ante somewhat on our wines. Therefore, our most faithful wine tasters are in for a treat. On Friday we will begin with a couple great value whites that … Continue reading
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El Cajon Wine Tasting Selections for July 5th, 2013
One of our favorite holidays is Independence Day, when we celebrate our country, our families, and good times. Our Friday wine tasting this week falls right in the middle of a long weekend of fun and, most likely, a lot … Continue reading
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Grilling Tip: Tri-tip
Tri-tip is a tender, lean beef cut that gets its name from its triangular shape. It is sold as a small roast from the bottom sirloin or cut into tri-tip steaks. What makes it special is the full flavor it … Continue reading
Grilling Tip: Alaskan Halibut
Prized by seafood lovers, Wild Alaskan Halibut has established its supremacy in white tablecloth restaurants from New York to San Diego. Halibut is a flatfish, from the family of the right-eye flounders. The name is derived from haly and butt, … Continue reading
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Veggie Kabobs
Grilling is a delightful way of preparing the season’s freshest produce. At Harvest Ranch and Jonathan’s market we hand make great vegetable kabobs with the very freshest produce. We use corn on the cob, Italian squash, red onions, assorted bell … Continue reading
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