In honor of Cinco de Mayo the Rutherford Appellation Wineries will hold their spring passport event, a “Rutherford Passport to Fiesta,” on the weekend of May 5 & 6, 2012. Eleven wineries will offer special tastings and comidato those who purchase a two-day passport for $75 or a Sunday-only passport for $60.
Sawyer Cellars 2008 Merlot and Mole-Style Chili
In honor of Cinco de Mayo the Rutherford Appellation Wineries will hold their spring passport event, a “Rutherford Passport to Fiesta,” on the weekend of May 5th and 6th. Eleven wineries will offer special tastings and comida to those who purchase a two-day passport for $75 or a Sunday-only passport for $60…Sawyer Cellars will be serving Napa chef Jonathan Bodnar’s Mole-Style Chile (click here for recipe). Chef’s dish will be paired with the Sawyer Cellars 2008 Estate Merlot. There is no mistaking the distinctive flavor profile of Rutherford wines. There’s something very special about the terroir that screams this is ”The Place” and “The Taste” of great wines.
Flore de Moscato and Chile-Pork Wontons
This slightly spritzy wine goes well with a variety of foods like Maple Glazed Ham, Souvlaki, a dessert that has almonds, coconut cream pie, salmon and crab. I personally love it with Chef Scott Drewno’s Chile-Pork Wontons and Chef Chris Newsome’s Ginger-Lime Shrimp Salad.
Blazing Roasted Mussels and Shrimp Skillet + A Lively Torrontes
Located in the canal walk in the Venetian Hotel, Las Vegas, Taqueria Canonita restaurant is a favorite of mine for their spicy Mexican Soul Food. Bringing to mind the authentic marketplace taquerias of Mexico, the menu is a creative blend of the rustic new casual concept that offers guests an unforgettable, “true taste of Mexico.”
Tips for Tasting at a Winery
All of the answers plus etiquette tips can be found in my ”Tips for Tasting at a Winery” video. You’re going to love this easy to follow instructional guide .