things are about to get messy!

Expecting (stage 2)

The big brother...

1st recommendation tonight was Auratus, Alvarinho... I can't remember specifically, but know that I've had it & I enjoyed it ... so Marc suggested this. This is the "Big Brother"

It definitely has a sweetness to it, but overall, I wouldn't call it a sweet wine. Driving here tonight, I thought I wanted a burger... Once I took a couple of sips, I knew that I wanted the trout. Perfect pairing. The sweetness of the golden raisins with the buttery hollandaise made for a nice accompaniment.

About $19 @ 3rdCorner- Dorado, Alvarinho 2010

I'm beginning to think these people know us...

Brunch & bottomless mimosas. A perfect Easter.

$16.95 @ 3rdCorner

(notice the decanter in the background, they have high hopes)

I'm not usually a fan of merlots, but...

This is much dryer than expected. Big tannins & overall very pleasant. It drinks more like a cab. You might want a steak with it (or even a rack of lamb), but I'm fine just enjoying it alone.

Found @ a Cooking with Class tasting last Saturday & grabbed a couple bottles. I think it was $19/bottle. Epic wines

Yummy, cheers!

I don't know what it is about Spanish wines...

Well, Dave's working late tonight & I know I wouldn't get anything done if I went home... Soooo, I'm out for a nice glass of wine.

In the mood for a white, but something with a little more body than a savignon blanc & I've never been a fan of chardonnay... Maybe a Gavi or Soave... With Ed's help I selected a Verdejo & it's exactly what I was craving! (new wine to add to my study list ;) )

To top it all off, It's only $14 bucks @ 3rdCorner!

Here's to research & exploration!

Cheers!

Down to the fruit!

What a perfect Sunday afternoon! Dave came home with the craving for sangria... Some frozen fruit & berries with cheap sav blanc from Trader Joe's (both of which are always stocked in our house). Easy & perfect. 

80° sunny & breezy... Now all we need is a BBQ.

Cheers- Mi

Perfect for a warm(ish) evening!

Light with good spice!