Category Archives: Team 4, Chrisitine G. and Zenas S.

Shelf Talk

Classic Red 70% Cabernet Franc, Sereca Lake 30% Riesling, Finger Lake Tasting notes: A light ruby red, medium bodied wine with balanced acidity and a short finish, hint of spice, plums, and dark cherry Food Pairing: Braised Beef Jardiniere and … Continue reading

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Sommelier Speak

Braised Beef Jardiniere and Duchess Potatoes is a very hearty dish. With so many ingredients such as tomatoes puree, onion, garlic which contain acidity. Other ingredients such as carrots, celery, bay leaves, potatoes, heavy cream, nutmeg and brown sauce bring … Continue reading

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Student blend

Blending the wine was great experience and Interesting process. It was definitely a tedious  process because you want to make sure that you get the right blend of wine that taste wonderful together.  Before going to Red Hook Winery, Christine … Continue reading

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Student Blend Requistion

After visiting Red Hook Winery, our team has decided to blend the Merlot with the Cabernet Franc to pair with our menu which consists of Braised Beef Jardiniere and Duchess Potatoes. We believe that with the heartiness of the meal, … Continue reading

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Sommelier Speak

Menu: Braised beef jardiniere and duchess potatoes is a rich and hearty dish. It can be compared to a beef stew with the kind of style that it use. The duchess potatoes can be compared to mashed potatoes but much … Continue reading

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