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" New" Pinot
Grigio
 Pinot Grigio is one gnarly white wine. Zesty,
fresh and floral, the wine opens up with intense
tropical flavors of honeysuckle, tangerine and
apricot, followed
by a lively dash of ginger spice.
Gnarly Head Pinot Grigio is a refreshing,
mouth-watering wine with bright acidity and
mineral notes that will stand alone as a delightful
apéritif and pairs beautifully with fresh crab or
pan seared tuna.
The 2008 Gnarly Head Pinot Grigio was
crafted using grapes from specially selected
vineyards in the Lodi region. Known for its
classic Mediterranean climate of warm days
and cool maritime breezes, Lodi produces
well-balanced Pinot Grigio grapes, which combine
delicate floral aromas
with full, ripe flavor.
Merlot
 
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Big waves of rich, ripe fruit flavors splash
over the palate
as the introduction to Gnarly Merlot. Dark, lush
black cherry character is layered with hints of
toasted almond, vanilla and cocoa, which carries into
a smooth, intriguing finish.
Gnarly Head Merlot fits right in at a beachside
barbecue or a formal fete. Gnarly Merlot pairs as
well with pizza or a turkey sandwich and chips as it
does with a pork loin, a porterhouse steak, roasted
vegetables and wild rice.
Gnarly Head Merlot is crafted using grapes primarily
from vineyards in Monterey. The vineyards feature
loamy, free-draining soils with trellising that gives
the grapes ideal exposure to sunlight. Dry summer weather,
combined with cool breezes off Monterey Bay provide the
perfect conditions for controlling growth and stress
through irrigation—resulting in grapes of intense fruit flavors.
Old
Vine Zinfandel
Robust berry flavors and exotic spice notes from the
small grape clusters are balanced with French, American and Hungarian
oak, which creates heady layers of vanilla and chocolate and a lingering
finish.
This luscious wine pairs well with raucous fun at barbecue or pizza
parties, a family dinner of hearty pasta or chili, and on its own to
celebrate personal triumphs.
Gnarly Zin grapes are from
Lodi, the zinfamous appellation due to its ideal climate – long, warm summer days and cooling nighttime breezes
from the ocean – and its well-draining, sandy soil.
Cab.
 Aromas
of black peppercorn,
cranberries and blackberries
lead in
this dark, bold Cab. A wave of juicy currants breaks on the palate
followed by hints of violets, earth, cloves and bay leaf. Supported
by solid tannins, the flavor lingers like a long, smooth ride on a perfect
wave.
This crowd pleaser is great at a party with spicy
meatballs or
strong cheeses, but it’s equally comfortable with dinner for one or two
with steak, lamb,
fire-roasted vegetables or hearty lasagna.
The 2006 Gnarly Head Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted
using grapes
from specially selected vineyards in Mendocino, Paso Robles, Monterey
and Lodi. The Cabernet from each area adds a unique aspect to the Gnarly Cab.
Mendocino Cab adds tannin and structure. The Paso Robles Cab adds a layer
of jammy, ripe black fruit. The Monterey Cab, from our San Bernabe vineyard,
contributes nuances of spices and herbs. The Lodi Cab is from an eastern area
long known amongst California winemakers for its ability to fully ripen
Bordeaux varieties. This east-side Lodi Cab delivers the dense, juicy core
for
this Gnarly Cab. Petite Sirah and Malbec from Lodi fill out this wine by adding
juicy fruit, violet top notes and round out the voluptuous body.
The finest California appellations and a selection of Bordeaux grapes create
this Gnarly Cab.
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PRESENTS
Diamond Series
Abbondanza: It Means Abundance, so I say to you
Abbondana! ~ Francis Ford Coppola
Blue Label Merlot
Our Merlot combines
fruit from Napa, Sonoma, and Monterey. The flavors and
textures unique to each region harmonize
beautifully together to create a wine that has dark,
succulent fruit balanced by natural acidity.
Intense aromatics of raspberry and blueberry
lead to flavors of crushed berries, vanilla, and leather,
which are wrapped up in a soft, smooth tannin structure.
Silver Label Pinot Noir
The Monterey vineyards where our Pinot Noir
grapes are grown offer ideal sun exposure, which
ensures ripe fruit for us to make a rich, complex,
fruit-driven wine.
Seductive aromas of plum
and
spice lead to black cherry, currant, and
strawberry
flavors, a plush texture, and an elegant finish.
Black Label Claret
Claret is a term originally coined by the British
to describe Cabernet-based wines.
This Cabernet,
Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec blend
is a deep, rich, firmly structured wine that offers lively
aromas and succulent flavors of wild berries, plum, and anise.
Ivory Label Cabernet Sauvignon
For our Ivory Label Cabernet
Sauvignon,
we combine fruit from appellations as far north
as El Dorado and as far south as Paso Robles
where some of our vineyards experience
diurnal temperature extremes,
which slows
the ripening process and enhances the rich,
succulent flavors of the fruit, as well as
the
complexity of the palate.
Emerald Label Pinot Grigio
Grown in the cool climate of Monterey
County,
ideal conditions for this delicate grape, our Pinot Grigio
is delightfully bright and crisp.
Picked early in the morning
and fermented in stainless steel tanks at cool temperatures
brings out aromas of apricots and tangerines followed by
flavors of pear, green apple and grapefruit,
with an accent of minerals.
Gold Label Chardonnay
Our Chardonnay reflects
the distinctive
personality
of Monterrey vineyards,
which boast juicy apple, guava and melon flavors.
Whole-cluster pressing and a combination
of barrel
and stainless steel fermentation ensures that the
creamy texture and caramelized sugar finish is
balanced by a crisp acidity.
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SUTTER HOME RED
Summertime, and the living’s easy
with Red.
This carefree, lightly sweet wine is the epitome
of cool when served slightly chilled.
Varietal Information
Sutter Home Red was produced primarily
from grapes grown in California's Lodi
region,
the state's largest premium winegrowing region.
Nutritional Information
5oz serving size, 5 servings per 750ml container
Calories Carbohydrates Fat Protein
130 8.26 gm 0 gm <1 gm
 Red: For the yin, soft, silky
cherries; for the yang, lightly
sweet peaches. In the glass, perfectly balanced. Ohm!
Surrender to the enticing fresh berry flavors and heady
peach aromas! This carefree, uncomplicated red wine
brings together all the refinement of Merlot, the sensual
spirit of Zinfandel and the lovely floral notes of Moscato
in a most delightful and unexpected way. Our rich blend
of premium California wine is crafted in an easy-drinking
style with a luscious mouth feel and natural residual grape
sweetness that delivers a velvety smooth finish. Voluptuous
and smooth, this is the kind of everyday wine that goes
well with just about everything.
Try our
softer-styled red served chilled as an apéritif
or with grilled meats,
delicately–spiced Asian cuisine, and light cheeses.
History
The history of Sutter Home Winery dates
back to the late 1800's, when a Swiss-German
immigrant named John Thomann established
a small winery and distillery in the heart of
California's Napa Valley. Although much has
changed for the Trincheros and Sutter Home,
the motto and philosophy originated by their
father more than a half-century ago remains the same:"A great product
for a fair price."
The family's cohesion kept Sutter Home together
and eventually made it the success it is today.
After resurrecting Sutter Home in 1948, the Trincheros
struggled to keep the family winery afloat, imbuing
it with the values of hard work, ingenuity, humility and
integrity that have characterized them ever since.
Each member of the family played a vital role in keeping
the business running: Mother Mary Trinchero kept the books,
younger children Vera and Roger helped on the bottling line,
while older brother Bob assisted his dad, Mario, and
uncle John in cleaning out tanks and barrels.
The family's cohesion kept Sutter Home together and eventually
made it the success it is today. With its creation of White
Zinfandel
in the early 1970s and the introduction of high-quality,
affordably priced varietal wines during the 1980s and '90s,
Sutter Home became a household name and the second largest,
independent family-run winery in the U.S.
BUILD A SUTTER HOME BURGER
Sweet and Spicy Red Fez Burgers
Ingredients
Marrakesh Carrot Salad :
Juice of 1 lemon
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground paprika
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons Colavita Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 pound carrots, peeled and grated
Chermoula Mayonnaise:
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
4 garlic cloves, crushed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground paprika
1 teaspoon harissa (North African hot sauce)
Juice of 1 lemon
1 teaspoon kosher salt
6 tablespoons Colavita Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 cup mayonnaise
Patties:
1 1/2 pounds ground chuck
1/2 pound merguez (North African-style lamb sausage), casing discarded
2 ounces dried apricots, diced
2 ounces dried dates, diced
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
2 teaspoons harissa
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Vegetable oil, for brushing the grill rack
6 Kaiser rolls, split
3 ounces red food coloring
3 cups shredded romaine lettuce
Directions
Prepare a medium-hot fire in a charcoal
grill with a cover, or preheat a gas grill to medium-high.
To make the carrot salad, combine the lemon juice,
garlic, cumin, cinnamon, paprika, red pepper flakes,
and salt in a bowl. Mix well to combine. Add the honey,
parsley, olive oil, and carrots. Mix well and refrigerate until serving.
To make the chermoula mayonnaise, combine the
cilantro, garlic, cumin, paprika, harissa, lemon juice, salt, and
olive
oil in a blender and process until well blended. Remove
the mixture to a small bowl and fold in the mayonnaise.
Refrigerate until serving.
To make the patties, combine the beef, merguez,
apricots, dates, cumin, cinnamon, cilantro, mint, harissa, salt,
and
pepper in a large bowl. Handling the meat as little as possible
to avoid compacting it, mix well. Divide the mixture into 6
equal portions and form the portions into patties to fit the rolls.
Brush the grill rack with oil. Place the patties
on the rack, cover, and grill until browned on the bottoms, 3 to
4 minutes.
Turn the patties and continue grilling until done to preference,
about 5 minutes longer for medium. During the last few minutes
of cooking, brush the tops of the rolls with the red food coloring
and carefully place the rolls, cut side down, on the outer edges
of the rack to toast lightly.
To assemble the burgers, place a generous amount
of the chermoula mayonnaise over the cut sides of the rolls.
On each roll bottom, place 1/2 cup of the shredded romaine,
a patty, and an equal amount of the carrot salad.
Add the roll tops and serve.
Makes 6 burgers:
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With
Your Burger.
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