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Beringer White Zinfandel Add
Delamotte Brut Add
Perrier Jouet Grand Brut Add
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Beringer White Zinfandel

Attributes:
Producer:

Beringer Vineyards
Region:

California, United States
Varietal:

White Zinfandel
Bottle Size:

750 ML

1998: Tastings Rating: 81
Acidity:

crisp
Aromas:

berry aromas
Body:

medium-bodied
Compliments:

tasty
Flavors:

candied

1997: WineAdvocate Rating: 69
Body:

light
Complexity:

simple

1995: Tastings Rating: 84
Body:

light
Flavors:

candied, watermelon

1994: WineSpectator Rating: 81
Flavors:

berry, cherry

1994: Tastings Rating: 82
Acidity:

tart
Body:

solid
Fruit:

fruity, sweet

Food Matches:
Cheese: Blue Cheese, Dry Jack Cheese, Mozzarella, Sharp Cheddar
Fish or Shellfish: Grilled Salmon, Shellfish (scallops, clams, crab, lobster, shrimp, etc...), Tuna Nicoise Salad
Herbs & Spices: Anise, Fennel Seed, Tarragon, Ginger
Pasta & Grains: (Grilled) Tofu, Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauces, Pasta with Pesto, Pasta with Truffles
Poultry & Eggs: Duck Confit, Game Birds, Roast Chicken with Herbs, Roast Turkey
Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Curried Beef, Curried Lamb, Curried Pork, Ham, Hamburgers, Pork w/Fruit Sauce
Sauces: Oil-based Sauce
Vegetables: Avocado, Bruschetta, Caesar Salad, Leafy Greens, Lentil Salad, Nicoise Salad, Roasted Sweet Peppers, Root Vegetables, Salad, Vegetable Gratin or Stew

California:

California produces the majority of wine made in the United States. Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Zinfandel and Pinot Noir dominate the wine production in California, but many other varietials thrive in the California climate. Many fine wines are produced in California using Mediterranean grapes.


White Zinfandel:

This has been called an “American Wine” because it came from and is only produced in California. A version of Zinfandel, the skin is removed to create a soft pink rose that is sweet and not for aging.

Delamotte Brut

Attributes:
Producer:

Delamotte
Region:

Champagne, France
Varietal:

Brut
Bottle Size:

750 ML

NV: Tanzer Rating: 87
Acidity:

soft
Complexity:

rich
Flavors:

chalk, citrus, earth, nuts

NV: Tanzer Rating: 87
Complexity:

supple
Flavors:

apple, pear, spice, spices
Texture:

smooth, strong

NV: WineEnthusiast Rating: 92
Acidity:

crisp, fresh
Compliments:

elegant
Fruit:

ripe

NV: WineEnthusiast Rating: 88
Acidity:

high acidity
Body:

full-bodied
Complexity:

focused, rich
Flavors:

berries
Fruit:

austere, ripe

NV: WineEnthusiast Rating: 87
Acidity:

soft
Body:

light
Complexity:

plenty of depth

NV: WineEnthusiast Rating: 86
Acidity:

clean, crisp
Body:

full-bodied
Compliments:

powerful
Flavors:

brown sugar, lemon, pear, pepper, pineapple

NV: WineEnthusiast Rating: 88
Acidity:

crisp
Body:

medium-weight, solid

NV: WineEnthusiast Rating: 91
Acidity:

crisp, tart
Complexity:

complex
Compliments:

stylish
Flavors:

apple, citrus, toast

Food Matches:
Fish or Shellfish: Stews and Soups
Fruits & Nuts: Fruit Salad
Herbs & Spices: Wasabi
Poultry & Eggs: Quail
Vegetables: Fruit Salad, Leafy Greens, Risotto, Vegetable

Champagne:

A region in France that makes wines from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes. It is also the name of the world’s most famous sparkling wine. Although many winemakers outside of Europe can legally call their sparkling wine champagne, European Union regulations prevent any other member country from doing so.


Brut:

A French term meaning "crude" or "raw". Used widely for sparkling wines to indicate one that tastes bone dry. Particularly dry wines may also be labelled brut natur(e).

Perrier Jouet Grand Brut

Attributes:
Producer:

Perrier Jouet
Region:

Champagne, France
Varietal:

Brut
Bottle Size:

750 ML

NV: WineSpectator Rating: 90
Acidity:

lively
Complexity:

complex, focused
Compliments:

elegant
Flavors:

earth, pear, spice, toast, vanilla
Fruit:

ripe

NV: WineSpectator Rating: 89
Body:

medium-bodied
Complexity:

rich
Texture:

creamy, smooth

NV: WineSpectator Rating: 89
Acidity:

crisp, tangy, zesty
Complexity:

rich
Flavors:

citrus, hazelnut, honey, vanilla

NV: WineSpectator Rating: 88
Flavors:

apple, lemon, vanilla

NV: WineSpectator Rating: 88
Acidity:

lively acidity
Compliments:

elegant
Texture:

creamy

NV: WineSpectator Rating: 88
Body:

solid
Flavors:

citrus, honey

NV: WineSpectator Rating: 88
Body:

full-bodied
Complexity:

rich
Texture:

creamy

NV: WineSpectator Rating: 87
Acidity:

bright
Complexity:

rich
Flavors:

almond, caramel, pear

Food Matches:
Fish or Shellfish: Stews and Soups
Fruits & Nuts: Fruit Salad
Herbs & Spices: Wasabi
Poultry & Eggs: Quail
Vegetables: Fruit Salad, Leafy Greens, Risotto, Vegetable

Champagne:

A region in France that makes wines from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes. It is also the name of the world’s most famous sparkling wine. Although many winemakers outside of Europe can legally call their sparkling wine champagne, European Union regulations prevent any other member country from doing so.


Brut:

A French term meaning "crude" or "raw". Used widely for sparkling wines to indicate one that tastes bone dry. Particularly dry wines may also be labelled brut natur(e).

Louisiana Crab Cakes

Rated

Ingredients

1 lb fresh crabmeat, cleaned and flaked
½ cup green pepper, finely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 egg, beaten
1 tsp dry mustard
1/2 tsp Tabasco Pepper Sauce
3/4 cup plain dry bread crumbs, divided
Vegetable oil
Leaf lettuce

Preparation

Mix crabmeat, pepper, onion, egg, mustard, pepper sauce and 1/2 cup bread crumbs. Cover; refrigerate for 1 hour or until mixture firms up.

Shape crab mixture into 10 (3/4-inch-thick) parties; coat with remaining crumbs.

Pour oil into heavy large skillet to 1/2-inch depth; heat over medium heat. Brown crab cakes, in batches, for 3 to 5 minutes on each side or until done. Drain on paper towels.

Arrange crab cakes on a lettuce-lined platter. Serve warm.

Yield

Serves 10

Cook Time

Prep Time: 10 mins.
Cook Time: 20 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 10
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 78 Calories from Fat: 90
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Total Fat 10g
15%  
Carbohydrates 9g
3%  
Dietary Fiber 6g
24%  
Saturated Fat 9g
45%  
Calories 78kcal
3%  
Cholesterol 58mg
19%  
Protein 16g
26%  
Sodium 175mg
7%  
Calcium
1%  
Iron
13%  
Vitamin A
1%  
Vitamin C
20%  
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.