Sunday, February 7, 2016

Sips & Tips for Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab

Since 1973, Cakebread Cellars has been paving the way for lovers of California wine.  Known internationally for their Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, Cakebread is considered one of the most successful wineries in Napa Valley.  As part of our upcoming Sommelier Series, Joe’s will be pouring the following selections, February 22-28:

True to the style of Sauvignon Blanc, the Cakebread Cellars, Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley, California ($15 6oz) is fresh and fragrant,  with aromatic notes of grapefruit and citrus. On the palate, the wine exhibits vibrant melon and gooseberry flavors, creating a great pairing for oysters on the half shell.

Sourced primarily from the cool-climate Carneros wine region, located in the southern portion of Napa Valley, the Cakebread Cellars, Chardonnay, Napa Valley, California ($9 3oz / $18 6oz) offers notes of  apple and nectarine on the palate, followed  by refreshing mineral and spicy oak tones.  This rich wine makes a delicious match for our Broiled Swordfish.

Located approximately 100 miles north of San Francisco, the Anderson Valley has become a wine growing region synonymous with world class Pinot Noir.  Bright raspberry and strawberry on the nose are followed by deeper notes of blackberry and plum on the palate.  Cakebread Cellars, Pinot Noir, Anderson Valley, California ($11 3oz / $22 6oz) pairs perfectly with Joe’s Salmon Au Poive.

As one of the pivotal characters in the development of Cabernet Sauvignon in Napa Valley, Jack Cakebread has created a nation of devoted followers to his namesake labels. The Cakebread Cellars, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California ($14 3oz / $28 6oz) is a shining example of over four decades of dedication to quality wine production in Napa Valley. Bold notes of cassis and blackberry lend themselves nicely to Joe’s Signature Bone-In Filet Mignon.

Wine Tip: Temperature is very important when it comes to properly serving & enjoying a glass of wine. As a general rule; white wine should be served between 45˚ to 55˚F, and red wine between 55˚ to 65˚F.  Anything outside of this range could negatively affect the flavor of your wine.

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