5418 St Croix Trail
North Branch, Minnesota 55056
651-317-2100
San Guido Guidalberto Add
Monsanto Chianti Classico Riserva Add
Mazzei Castello di Fonterutoli Add
Wines are recomendations only and may not be carried by this store.

San Guido Guidalberto

Attributes:
Producer:

Tenuta San Guido
Region:

Toscana or Toscano, Italy
Varietal:

Other
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2005: WineSpectator Rating: 90
Body:

full-bodied
Flavors:

blackberry, cherry

2004: WineSpectator Rating: 88
Acidity:

soft
Body:

medium-bodied
Compliments:

delicious

2004: Tanzer Rating: 90
Acidity:

firm acidity
Flavors:

berries, coffee, toasted oak
Fruit:

ripe

2004: WineAdvocate Rating: 91
Acidity:

fresh, lively
Flavors:

cherries, toasted oak
Texture:

fleshy, smooth

2004: WineAndSpirits Rating: 91
Complexity:

rich
Flavors:

black fruit, spicy

2003: WineSpectator Rating: 87
Body:

light, medium-bodied
Flavors:

cherries, toasted oak, tobacco

2003: Tanzer Rating: 89
Body:

solid
Flavors:

berry, chocolate, coffee, mocha, plum, red cherry, smoky
Fruit:

juicy, ripe

2003: WineEnthusiast Rating: 89
Flavors:

berry, chocolate
Texture:

smooth

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

Monsanto Chianti Classico Riserva

Attributes:
Producer:

Monsanto
Region:

Chianti Classico, Italy
Varietal:

Sangiovese
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2003: WineSpectator Rating: 88
Acidity:

fresh
Body:

medium-bodied, solid
Flavors:

cedar, plum

2003: Tanzer Rating: 88(+?)
Complexity:

deep
Flavors:

black pepper, new oak, raspberry, red cherry, strawberry, tobacco
Fruit:

sweet

2003: WineAndSpirits Rating: 83
Complexity:

rustic
Texture:

delicate, smooth

2003: WineAdvocate Rating: 91
Body:

mid-weight
Flavors:

beef, cherry

2002: WineSpectator Rating: 85
Acidity:

fresh
Body:

medium-bodied
Flavors:

plum, spice, toasted oak

2001: WineSpectator Rating: 90
Flavors:

dried cherry, minerally, tobacco

2001: WineAdvocate Rating: 88
Aromas:

floral
Flavors:

red berry

2000: WineEnthusiast Rating: 86
Acidity:

soft, zesty

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

Sangiovese:

The best wines from this noble grape come from Tuscany, particularly in the Brunello di Montalcino and Chianti districts, although it is gaining in popularity in California. Sangiovese grapes make wine that is medium to high in acidity and firm in tannin; the wines can be light to full-bodied depending on where the grapes are grown. The aromas and flavors are fruity, often of a cherry-like quality. Hints of violets or a nutty character can also be present.

Mazzei Castello di Fonterutoli

Attributes:
Producer:

Mazzei
Region:

Chianti Classico, Italy
Varietal:

Sangiovese Red Blend
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2001: WineAndSpirits Rating: 90
Texture:

dense

200: Decanter Rating: 4
Complexity:

rich
Flavors:

oak

200: Decanter Rating: 4
Acidity:

fresh
Complexity:

deep
Flavors:

cherry, meaty
Fruit:

ripe

200: Decanter Rating: 3
Texture:

velvety

200: Decanter Rating: 4
Flavors:

black cherry, new oak

199: Decanter Rating: 4
Flavors:

black cherry, oak

199: Decanter Rating: 5

199: Decanter Rating: 3
Acidity:

clean
Complexity:

complex nose, rich
Compliments:

mature
Flavors:

spicy

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

Deviled Eggs

Rated

Ingredients

12 eggs, hard-boiled
3/4 cup mayonnaise (or a little more; the eggs need to be rather moist)
2 tsp dijon mustard
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
3 dashes tabasco or other hot sauce (optional)
Pimento strips (a type of red pepper; sold in various sizes of glass jars) or minced parsley for garnish

Preparation

Shell eggs and cut in half lengthwise. Remove yolks, keeping egg whites intact, and in medium bowl mash yolks with remaining ingredients except pimento strips and parsley, using a fork. Spoon into egg whites. Garnish as desired. Refrigerate until needed.

Yield

Serves 24

Cook Time

Prep Time: 20 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 24
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 51 Calories from Fat: 50
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Total Fat 5.58g
8%  
Carbohydrates < 1g
0%  
Dietary Fiber < 1g
4%  
Calories 51.33kcal
2%  
Protein < 1g
1%  
Sodium 2.08mg
0%  
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.