Apex II Syrah Add
Chateau Kirwan Margaux Grand Cru Add
Robert Mondavi 'Private Selection' Syrah Add
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Apex II Syrah

Attributes:
Producer:

Apex
Region:

Yakima Valley, United States
Varietal:

Syrah / Shiraz
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2003: WineAdvocate Rating: 89
Body:

full-bodied
Flavors:

bacon, blueberry, leather, smoke
Fruit:

ripe

2002: WineEnthusiast Rating: 86
Acidity:

clean
Compliments:

pleasant

2002: WineSpectator Rating: 80
Flavors:

blueberry, raspberry

2001: WineSpectator Rating: 85
Flavors:

blueberry, cedar

2000: WineAdvocate Rating: 87
Body:

medium-bodied

1998: WineSpectator Rating: 87
Acidity:

bright, crisp
Complexity:

focused

Food Matches:
Cheese: Feta, Goat Cheese, Parmesan
Fish or Shellfish: Tuna, Mahi-Mahi
Herbs & Spices: Bay Leaf, Juniper, Lavender, Mint, Rosemary, Thyme
Pasta & Grains: Spicy Couscous
Poultry & Eggs: Coq Au Vin
Red Meat: Grilled Sausage
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce

Syrah:

Originally grown in France’s Northern Rhône Valley (where it is a noble variety) this grape has spread to Australia, California, Washington, Italy and Spain. In the Rhone region this grape produces deeply colored wines with full body and firm tannin, however in Australia, where it is known as Shiraz, the wines are lighter and fruitier. Aromas and flavors for these wines vary as much as their geographical breadth suggests: berries, smoked meat, bell peppers, even tar.


Shiraz:

Australian name for the grape known as Syrah in France.


Yakima Valley:

The Yakima Valley AVA was the first American Viticultural Area established within Washington State, gaining the recognition in 1983. Part of the larger Columbia Valley AVA, Yakima Valley AVA is home to more than 11,000 acres of vineyards, giving the area the largest concentration of wineries and vineyards in the state of Washington. The most widely planted varietals in the area are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Chardonnay and Riesling. Nearly 40% of Washington state yearly wine production is made from Yakima Valley grapes.

Chateau Kirwan Margaux Grand Cru

Attributes:
Producer:

Chateau Kirwan
Region:

Margaux, France
Varietal:

Bordeaux - Red
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2006: WineAdvocate Rating: (88-91)
Body:

full-bodied
Complexity:

rustic

2006: Tanzer Rating: 89-91

Flavors:

cherries, roasted herbs
Fruit:

ripe, sweet

2005: WineAdvocate Rating: (93-95)
Flavors:

creme de cassis, incense, licorice

2005: Tanzer Rating: 86-89

Acidity:

bright
Flavors:

black fruit, blueberry
Fruit:

sweet
Texture:

glycerin

2005: WineEnthusiast Rating: 93
Acidity:

fresh
Complexity:

opulent
Texture:

chewy, dense

2005: WineAdvocate Rating: (91-94)
Body:

full-bodied
Compliments:

powerful
Flavors:

black currant, espresso, graphite, toasty oak

2004: WineAdvocate Rating: (90-92)
Body:

medium-bodied
Flavors:

cassis, cherries, flowers, licorice, toasty oak

2004: WineEnthusiast Rating: 92
Flavors:

spicy
Texture:

dense

Food Matches:
Cheese: Aged Cheddar, Blue Cheese, Feta, Goat Cheese, Mozzarella, Sharp Cheddar
Herbs & Spices: Anise, Fennel Seed, Tarragon, Bay Leaf, Lavender, Mint, Rosemary, Thyme
Poultry & Eggs: Spicy Chicken Dishes
Red Meat: Beef Stew, Kidney, Lamb, Lamb Stew, Roast Beef, Salami, Sausage, Variety Meats or Organ Meats
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce
Vegetables: Ratatouille

Margaux:

a commune in the Haut Medoc district of Bordeaux. Its wines, considered some of the best within the Medoc district, are fragrant and supple with complex aromas and flavors. They are made from Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot grapes.

Robert Mondavi 'Private Selection' Syrah

Attributes:
Producer:

Robert Mondavi Winery
Region:

Central Coast, United States
Varietal:

Syrah / Shiraz
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2002: Tastings Rating: 87
Acidity:

tart
Body:

medium-bodied
Compliments:

tasty
Flavors:

blackberry, mace, violet

2002: WineEnthusiast Rating: 84
Flavors:

berries, jammy

2000: WineEnthusiast Rating: 83
Acidity:

clean
Complexity:

awkward
Fruit:

austere, fruity

2000: Tastings Rating: 84
Body:

medium-bodied
Flavors:

berry, candied
Fruit:

sweet

2000: Tastings Rating: 83
Acidity:

clean, soft
Body:

medium-bodied
Texture:

smooth

1999: WineEnthusiast Rating: 83
Acidity:

tart
Flavors:

herb, plum, raisin, rhubarb, smoke, sour
Fruit:

ripe, sweet

Food Matches:
Cheese: Feta, Goat Cheese, Parmesan
Fish or Shellfish: Tuna, Mahi-Mahi
Herbs & Spices: Bay Leaf, Juniper, Lavender, Mint, Rosemary, Thyme
Pasta & Grains: Spicy Couscous
Poultry & Eggs: Coq Au Vin
Red Meat: Grilled Sausage
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce

Syrah:

Originally grown in France’s Northern Rhône Valley (where it is a noble variety) this grape has spread to Australia, California, Washington, Italy and Spain. In the Rhone region this grape produces deeply colored wines with full body and firm tannin, however in Australia, where it is known as Shiraz, the wines are lighter and fruitier. Aromas and flavors for these wines vary as much as their geographical breadth suggests: berries, smoked meat, bell peppers, even tar.


Shiraz:

Australian name for the grape known as Syrah in France.


Central Coast:

The Central Coast AVA is a large American Viticultural Area that spans from Santa Barbara County to the San Francisco Bay Area. With around 100,000 acres planted, Chardonnay accounts for more then half of the total plantings. Within this larger AVA are several smaller appellations that share the same cooling influence from the Pacific Ocean. These include Arroyo Grande Valley AVA Arroyo Seco AVA Carmel Valley AVA Chalone AVA Cienega Valley AVA Contra Costa County AVA Edna Valley AVA Hames Valley AVA Lime Kiln AVA Livermore Valley AVA Monterey AVA Monterey County AVA Pacheco Pass AVA Paicines AVA Paso Robles AVA San Antonio Valley AVA San Benito AVA San Bernabe AVA San Francisco Bay AVA San Lucas AVA San Luis Obispo County AVA San Ysidro District AVA Santa Barbara County AVA Santa Clara County AVA Santa Clara Valley AVA Santa Cruz County AVA Santa Lucia Highlands AVA Santa Maria Valley AVA Santa Ynez Valley AVA Sta. Rita Hills AVA York Mountain AVA

Orzo Shrimp Salad

Rated

Ingredients

1 lb orzo
2 tsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 lb peeled, cooked small shrimp
1 cup frozen peas
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
3 oz feta cheese, crumbled
4 medium-size ripe tomatoes (1 pound), cored and chopped
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp red-wine vinegar
1 tsp fresh lemon juice
Salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
Salad greens (optional)
additional basil (optional)

Preparation

1. Prepare Salad: Cook orzo in large pot of boiling salted water until just done. Drain and rinse thoroughly to cool. Place in large mixing bowl and toss with olive oil. Add remaining salad ingredients and toss.

2. Prepare Dressing: Combine all ingredients in bowl and mix well. Add dressing to salad and toss well. (Salad will hold for several hours in refrigerator, but add basil and feta cheese at last minute.)

3. Before serving, allow salad to return to room temperature. Serve in large bowl or on individual plates lined with salad greens. Garnish with additional basil.

Yield

makes 4 to 6 servings

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information is provided as a resource. Values will vary depending on specific ingredients used.
Serving Size: 1
Number of Servings: makes 4 to 6 servings
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 548 Calories from Fat: 158
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Total Fat 17.53g
26%  
Carbohydrates 61.84g
20%  
Dietary Fiber 9.91g
39%  
Saturated Fat 5.15g
25%  
Calories 547.68kcal
27%  
Cholesterol 191.29mg
63%  
Protein 38.41g
64%  
Sodium 475.37mg
19%  
Calcium
4%  
Iron
11%  
Vitamin A
117%  
Vitamin C
138%  
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.