Perfectly Pairing Wines with Summer Meals

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This post brought to you by Sonoma-Cutrer Vineyards. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Crystal and Comp.

Are you a wine connoisseur? I am one of Crystal’s sister-in-laws and I enjoy a perfect pairing from time to time.

Do you pass the aisle at the grocery store with curiosity or ever find yourself standing in front of shelves and shelves of wines you know nothing about? Been there done that. Turns out you do not have to be a major wine drinker or a professional to know wine or find a wine to enjoy.

Wine tasting is not just about the bottle, the brand, or the type. When searching for wine there are easy things to follow to ensure you end up with something you find tasty. Wine tasting requires some sensitizing such as the smell and the taste. Also pair it with a food that is going to bring out the boldness of the wine. This makes it even better!

Sonoma-Cutrer is known for their world class Chardonnay and Pinot Noir Wines. Sonoma-Cutrer is releasing an exclusive Winemaker’s release of Sauvignon Blanc. This is the first time ever that Sonoma-Cutrer has created a wine outside of the two varietals they are known for!  Sonoma-Cutrer has been a top producer of fabulous wines since it opened its vineyard in 1973.

The Savignon Blanc is a classic Russian River Valley. Its craft of vibrant style showcases the wonderful aromas of passion fruit, lychee, lime, and white peach.

The Pinot Noir is a clssic with deep dark fruit undertones that include blackberries, raspberries, and black cherries. It also contains hints of baking spices, cola, tobacco, licorice, and dark chocolate. Divine!

The Chardonnay contains stronger fruit aromas with Golden Delicious apples, Bose pears, and white peach. There are also hints of vanilla, toasted nuts, and floral notes with butterscotch.

Wine and your best girlfriends are often times the best destressor along with being a romantic note to those date nights with the husband. For this we are going to get a few gals together who are willing to experiment that do not know a bunch about wine. A good wine for this group sets the perfect mood! The idea is to create the perfect wine party with the best foods to highlight all of those wonderful notes and aromas of each wine.

These are the items that we have on the menu to pair perfectly with our wine and are easy to make!

Make a simple fruit, veggie, and cheese spread that includes apples, grapes, and several types of specialty cheeses like gouda, mozzarella, and white cheddar.

Parmesan Rosemary Crackers are homemade crackers paired with yummy cheese and rosemary- Sacramento Street

Bruschetta With Tomato and Basil is the perfect blend of olive oil, tomatoes, garlic, and aromatic basil – Apron and Sneakers

Crab Stuffed Mushrooms are a blend of crab, cream cheese, and herbs..enough to make you feel guilty! – Chocolate, Chocolate, and More

Sonoma-Cutrer has a fabulous wine club that offers 3 shipments per year to its members. This is an excellent way to get all of you favorites shipped right to your door. Also, Sonoma-Cutrer offers Winery Tours and tastings in Sonoma! Doesn’t that sound interesting and fun!

Why not host your own wine party with your favorite ladies. Try these recipe along with these delicious @SonomaCutrer wines for the perfect combination in flavor. Check back in soon to hear all about our experiences with Sonoma-Cutrer wines and our tasty recipes!

Oh, make sure you follow the Sonoma-Cutrer Instagram page and their Sonoma-Cutrer Facebook page to stay up to date with their selections and how folks all over the states are incorporating wines into their summer menus!