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" New" Pinot Grigio

gnarly head Pinot GrigioPinot 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.

 

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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.

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Old Vine Zinfandel

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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.

 

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Cab.

Cabernet Sauvignon

gnarly head spicesAromas 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.


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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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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.

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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.

 

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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.

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Seductive aromas of plum and spice lead to black cherry, currant, and strawberry flavors, a plush texture, and an elegant finish.

 

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Claret

Claret is a term originally coined by the British
to describe Cabernet-based wines.

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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
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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,

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which slows the ripening process and enhances the rich, succulent flavors of the fruit, as well as the
complexity of the palate.

 

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Grown in the cool climate of Monterey County,
ideal conditions for this delicate grape, our Pinot Grigio is delightfully bright and crisp.

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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.

 

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Our Chardonnay reflects the distinctive personality

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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.
Sutter Home 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 Wine Sutter HomeRed: 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.


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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.

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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

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Sweet n' Spicy 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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