Fontodi 'Case Via' Syrah Add
Poliziano Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Add
Fratelli Revello Vigna Conca Add
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Fontodi 'Case Via' Syrah

Attributes:
Producer:

Fontodi
Region:

Colli della Toscana Centrale, Italy
Varietal:

Syrah / Shiraz
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2004: WineSpectator Rating: 92
Body:

full-bodied
Compliments:

stylish
Flavors:

berry, blackberry, meat, plum
Fruit:

ripe

2003: WineSpectator Rating: 91
Complexity:

rich
Flavors:

blackberry, pepper

2003: Tanzer Rating: 92
Body:

solid
Flavors:

bacon, black pepper, leather, red fruits, smoke, smoky, truffle

2003: WineSpectator Rating: 92
Flavors:

black pepper, blueberry, graphite

2003: WineAdvocate Rating: 93
Body:

full-bodied

2001: WineSpectator Rating: 91
Body:

full-bodied
Flavors:

berry, meat, peat, ripe fruit

2001: WineAdvocate Rating: 90
Acidity:

soft
Texture:

silky

2001: WineSpectator Rating: 91
Flavors:

blackberry, peppery, plum

Food Matches:
Cheese: Parmesan
Pasta & Grains: (Grilled) Tofu, Lasagna, Mushroom Risotto, Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauces, Risotto
Poultry & Eggs: Duck, Game Birds
Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Curried Beef, Curried Lamb, Curried Pork, Grilled Beef, Grilled Flank Steak, Lamb Stew, Rabbit, Salami or Sausage, Sausage
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce, Stock Reductions
Vegetables: Beans, White, Eggplant, Mushroom Risotto, Mushrooms, Peppers, Spinach Ricotta, Tomato Bread Soup, Vegetable Gratin or Stew

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.

Poliziano Vino Nobile di Montepulciano

Attributes:
Producer:

Poliziano
Region:

Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Italy
Varietal:

Montepulciano
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2004: Tanzer Rating: 88
Acidity:

fresh
Aromas:

funky
Flavors:

cassis, flint, redcurrant
Fruit:

sweet

2004: WineAdvocate Rating: 89
Texture:

smooth

2003: WineSpectator Rating: 88
Body:

medium-bodied
Flavors:

berry, cherry, plum

2002: WineEnthusiast Rating: 87
Flavors:

bitter, cherry, chocolate, lemon, smoky

2002: WineSpectator Rating: 88
Acidity:

fresh
Body:

light, medium-bodied
Flavors:

berry, chocolate, vanilla

2001: WineSpectator Rating: 88
Body:

full-bodied
Flavors:

plum, red fruits

2001: WineAdvocate Rating: 90
Complexity:

deep
Flavors:

spicy
Fruit:

ripe
Texture:

chewy

2000: WineSpectator Rating: 86
Body:

full-bodied
Flavors:

berry, jammy, meat, raisin
Fruit:

ripe

Food Matches:
Cheese: Parmesan
Pasta & Grains: (Grilled) Tofu, Lasagna, Mushroom Risotto, Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauces, Risotto
Poultry & Eggs: Duck, Game Birds
Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Curried Beef, Curried Lamb, Curried Pork, Grilled Beef, Grilled Flank Steak, Lamb Stew, Rabbit, Salami or Sausage, Sausage
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce, Stock Reductions
Vegetables: Beans, White, Eggplant, Mushroom Risotto, Mushrooms, Peppers, Spinach Ricotta, Tomato Bread Soup, Vegetable Gratin or Stew

Fratelli Revello Vigna Conca

Attributes:
Producer:

Fratelli Revello
Region:

Piedmont, Italy
Varietal:

Nebbiolo
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2004: Tanzer Rating: 89(+?)
Acidity:

fresh
Aromas:

minty nose
Flavors:

medicinal
Fruit:

sweet

2003: WineSpectator Rating: 90
Acidity:

bright
Body:

full-bodied
Flavors:

citrus, dried cherry, plum

2001: WineSpectator Rating: 93
Body:

full-bodied
Flavors:

flowers, red fruits
Fruit:

fruity

2000: WineSpectator Rating: 94
Acidity:

clean, fresh
Body:

full-bodied
Complexity:

focused

1999: WineSpectator Rating: 92
Acidity:

clean
Aromas:

floral
Body:

full-bodied, solid
Complexity:

rich
Compliments:

powerful
Fruit:

fruity

1998: WineSpectator Rating: 91
Acidity:

lively
Body:

full-bodied
Compliments:

delicious
Flavors:

spices, vanilla
Fruit:

juicy

1997: WineSpectator Rating: 93
Body:

full-bodied
Compliments:

well-balanced
Flavors:

mint, raspberry, violet

Food Matches:
Cheese: Blue Cheese, Parmesan
Fish or Shellfish: Salmon / Trout, Bluefish and Mackerel
Pasta & Grains: (Grilled) Tofu, Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauces, Pasta with Meat & Tomato Sauce, Polenta, Squash or Pumpkin Ravioli
Poultry & Eggs: Duck Confit, Game Birds, Roast Chicken with Herbs
Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Ham, Hamburgers, Lamb Shish Kabobs, Pork Chops, Pork w/Fruit Sauce, Salami, Salami or Sausage, Sausage, Variety Meats or Organ Meats, Veal Scaloppini, Wild Game - Elk, Caribou, Moose, Venison
Sauces: Bagna Cauda, Red Wine Sauce, Tomato Sauce
Vegetables: Arugula (Bitter Lettuce), Beets, Cabbage, Eggplant, Fennel, Grilled Vegetables, Mediterranean, Grilled, Onions, Leeks, Peppers, Radishes, Shallots, Tomato, Vegetable Gratin or Stew, Wild Mushroom Strudel, Wild Mushrooms

Nebbiolo:

This noble variety from Italy is used primarily in Barolo and Barbaresco, two Piedmontese wines. It is a powerful, lusty grape, high in both tannin and acidity but balanced by an ample alcoholic content. Its color can be deep when the wine is young, but orangey tinges can develop within a few years. Its complex aroma is fruity, earthy, woodsy, herbal and floral.


Piedmont:

Located in the northwest cuff of the “boot,” Piedmont is home to the famous Nebbiolo grape. Barolo and Barbaresco, two of the world’s great red wines, are made from Nebbiolo grapes in the Langhe hills around Alba. Both are DOCG wines named after the village in which it is produced. Less expensive red wines include Dolcetta, Barbera, and softer versions of Nebbiolo. White wines are less well known in Piedmont, but two interesting whites are Gavi, which is dry and fairly acidic, and Arneis, a medium-dry wine with a rich texture.

Stuffed Peppers

Rated

Ingredients

8 fresh poblano peppers or 4 green bell peppers
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 small yellow onion, peeled and diced
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
1/4 lb. ground beef
1/4 lb. ground pork
1 tsp salt
1 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
1 large tomato, peeled, seeded, and chopped
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1-1/4 cups cooked long-grain white rice
1 tbsp chopped fresh marjoram leaves
1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup fresh bread crumbs

Preparation

1. Char peppers over a gas flame or under a hot broiler, turning to blacken all over. Place in a paper bag, close tightly, and steam for 15 minutes. When cool enough to handle, rub off and remove blackened skin, taking care not to tear flesh. Cut a slit down the length of each, stopping about 1/2" from the tip. (If using bell peppers, simply cut off the top.) Scrape out ribs and seeds. Set aside.

2. Heat 2 tbsp. oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and garlic and cook until soft and golden, about 20 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high, add beef and pork, breaking meat up with the back of a spoon, and brown for 7 - 10 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, season to taste with salt and pepper, and stir in tomatoes and nutmeg. Cook for 5 minutes, then remove from heat and stir in rice, marjoram, thyme, parsley, and 1 tbsp. oil. Adjust seasoning.

3. Preheat broiler. Spoon about 1/4 cup filling into each pepper and place on a cookie sheet. Sprinkle with bread crumbs, drizzle with remaining oil, and broil until golden. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Yield

Serves 4

Cook Time

Prep Time: 15 mins.
Cook Time: 45 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: 521 Calories from Fat: 216
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Total Fat 24g
36%  
Carbohydrates 59.6g
19%  
Dietary Fiber 3.2g
12%  
Saturated Fat 5.5g
27%  
Calories 521.3kcal
26%  
Cholesterol 38.8mg
12%  
Protein 17.1g
28%  
Sodium 141.2mg
5%  
Calcium
1%  
Iron
8%  
Vitamin A
24%  
Vitamin C
228%  
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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