Chateau de Malleprat Pessac-Leognan

Attributes:
Producer:

Chateau de Malleprat
Region:

Pessac-Leognan, France
Varietal:

Bordeaux - Red
Bottle Size:

750 ML

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

Pessac-Léognan:

One of the youngest appellations in France, this region just outside the modern city of Bordeaux (and once part of the appellation Graves) boasts vineyards that have won prestige for the entire Bordeaux region. Its hilly, well-drained soil suits the Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc grapes used to make their dry whites and the Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot used in their supple, earthy reds.

Chateau Coufran Cru Bourgeois

Attributes:
Producer:

Chateau Coufran
Region:

Haut Médoc, France
Varietal:

Bordeaux - Red
Bottle Size:

750 ML

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

Haut-Médoc:

The most important district of the Bordeaux region, home to four famous wine communes: St. Estéphe, Pauillac, St-Julien, and Margaux. In general, wines labeled with the Haut-Médoc AC are much better than those simply labeled Médoc AC, but they are not as good as wines from one of the individual commune appellations such as Pauillac AC or Margaux AC. The main grapes used throughout the Haut-Médoc are cabernet franc, cabernet sauvignon, and merlot.

Branson Coach House 'Greenock Block' Shiraz

Attributes:
Producer:

Branson Coach House
Region:

Barossa Valley, Australia/New Zealand
Varietal:

Syrah / Shiraz
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2005: Tanzer Rating: 92
Acidity:

fresh
Complexity:

layered, suave
Compliments:

powerful
Flavors:

blackberry, blueberry, creme de cassis, dark fruit, flowers, oak, plum, raspberry, spices
Fruit:

sweet

2005: WineSpectator Rating: 93
Flavors:

black cherry, plum, raspberry, spice
Texture:

creamy, strong

2004: Tanzer Rating: 91
Acidity:

crisp
Complexity:

rich, suave
Flavors:

blackberry, candied, dark fruit, oak, plum, red berry, violet
Fruit:

sweet

2004: Tanzer Rating: 92

2003: Tanzer Rating: 91
Flavors:

boysenberry, cassis, cherry, coffee, maple, oak, plum, spice, tar, toffee
Fruit:

ripe, sweet

2003: WineSpectator Rating: 92
Flavors:

black cherry, black pepper, licorice, oak, smoky, spicy, tomato
Fruit:

ripe
Texture:

syrupy, thick

2003: Tanzer Rating: 91
Texture:

velvety

2002: WineSpectator Rating: 92
Complexity:

focused
Flavors:

berry, earthy, gamy, spice
Fruit:

ripe

Food Matches:
Cheese: Brie, Feta, Parmesan, Sharp Cheddar
Herbs & Spices: Bay Leaf, Cayenne, Chili Powder, Juniper, Lavender, Mint, Pepper (black, white, green), Rosemary, Thyme
Pasta & Grains: Lasagna w/Meat, Spicy Couscous
Poultry & Eggs: Coq Au Vin
Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Chili, Game, Grilled Sausage, Hamburgers, Red Meat Cajun Style, Roast Beef
Sauces: Red Wine Sauce
Vegetables: Garlic, Mushrooms, Ratatouille

Barossa Valley:

North of Adelaide, this relatively warm region of South Australia is home to Australia’s largest winery. It is famous for its robust Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon as well as rich Sémillon and Riesling (both of which are grown in the cooler hills).


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.

Apple Cider Bread Or Muffins

Rated

Ingredients

1 cup butter
1 1/2 cups sugar
3 eggs
4 cups flour
1 1/2 tbsp baking powder
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
2 cups apple cider
2 cups apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
1 teaspoon cinnamon

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease and flour two loaf pans or eighteen muffin cups.

2. Cream the butter and 1-1/4 cup of the sugar together in a large bowl. Add eggs and cream thoroughly.

3. Sift the dry ingredients together. Add them to the egg mixture, alternating with the apple cider. Stir in the chopped apples.

4. Divide the batter between the prepared loaf pans. Combine the remaining 1/4 cup sugar with the cinnamon in a small bowl, and sprinkle it over the batter.

5. Bake for 50 to 70 minutes for bread, or for 30 to 40 minutes for muffins, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Yield

Yields 2 loaves

Cook Time

Prep Time: 15 mins.
Cook Time: 70 mins.

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information is provided as a resource. Values will vary depending on specific ingredients used.
Serving Size: 1
Number of Servings: Yields 2 loaves
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 278 Calories from Fat: 95
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Total Fat 10.57g
16%  
Carbohydrates 43.74g
14%  
Dietary Fiber 1.24g
4%  
Saturated Fat 6.53g
32%  
Calories 277.92kcal
13%  
Cholesterol 27.11mg
9%  
Protein 3.04g
5%  
Sodium 165.57mg
6%  
Calcium
1%  
Iron
2%  
Vitamin A
6%  
Vitamin C
1%  
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.