This blend of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot, and 23% Cabernet Franc pairs exceptionally well with beef. The winemaker describes it, “Anise mingles with floral notes of lavender, violets and roses. There are hints of cloves, baking spices and sweet dark bing cherries. It is all combined with vanilla and sweet oak/cedar from the barrels used for aging.”
For our guests who are gluten intolerant or who prefer to consume a gluten–free diet, Bard’s Gold American Lager provides an excellent gluten–free beer option. Brewed in Missouri, this refreshing and flavorful beer contains no wheat, barley, rye or oats, and we love that it boasts fuller flavor and richer aromas than other gluten–free beers.
Bright red berry fruit, very little oak and refreshing acidity. Pinot Noir is quite possibly the easiest wine varietal with which to pair food. From salmon to pork, and with a variety of cheeses and salads, this is a workhorse around the table.
$15.99, save $4.00
{Price valid April 4, 2012 - April 10, 2012}
Perfect for Easter brunch, but you don’t need a special occasion to enjoy Prosecco. Light on the palate, it’s a great starter wine but can also be enjoyed throughout the meal.
$8.99, save $4.00
{Price valid April 4, 2012 - April 10, 2012}
If Pinot Noir is the most versatile red varietal, then Riesling is the white equivalent. This wine has just a touch of sweetness that works well with any spicy foods. The good news is that the sweetness is balanced with a backbone of acidity. It also pairs well with ham.
$9.99, save $3.00
{Price valid April 4, 2012 - April 10, 2012}
We love this Sac-town Irish Red! Dark crystal malts and Irish Northdown and Centennial hops make this strong, hoppy ale one of our favorites. RateBeer gives this beer 90 points, and many compliment its complexity and depth.
$3.99 + crv, save 70¢, 22 oz. Bottle. Price valid through 3/20/12.
This just in: Ruhstaller California Red Ale, from one of Sacramento’s first premium craft breweries, founded in 1881.
The Botran family has been making rum in Guatemala for six decades. This Reserva won a Gold Medal at the Ministry of Rum's 2010 tasting competition. It is a blend of rums aged 5 to 14 years using the same multi-barrel aging process as their Solera.
These two are practically made for each other! Sauvignon Blanc and Chevre cheese are a natural pairing because the wine's acidity cuts through the creaminess of the cheese. Some of our favorite California Chevres got a make-over! Enjoy new flavors like PsycheDillic, Sgt. Pepper, and Herbes de Humboldt. All handmade in Humboldt county, with all-natural unique ingredients. Pair these scrumptious Cypress Grove chevres with this Benziger, a beautifully crisp aromatic wine made from organically grown grapes.
Whether you’re flying solo or celebrating the day of love with your plus-one, this wine makes for a perfect companion. Wine Spectator gives it 90 points and describes it as, “Elegant and focused with creamy vanilla and apple aromas. Rich yet crisp flavors of baked pear and cinnamon bread.” Gruet Blanc de Noirs NV, $14.99, save $3 through March 31, 2012.