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Tangent 'Paragon' Sauvignon Blanc

Attributes:
Producer:

Tangent
Region:

Edna Valley, United States
Varietal:

Sauvignon Blanc
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2006: Tanzer Rating: 87
Acidity:

soft

2005: WineEnthusiast Rating: 86
Acidity:

clean, crisp
Compliments:

delicious

2005: WineSpectator Rating: 84
Flavors:

lemon

Food Matches:
Cheese: Feta, Fondue, Goat Cheese, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Ricotta, Swiss
Fish or Shellfish: Ceviche, Salmon with Lemon
Fruits & Nuts: Citrus Fruits, Mango Salsa
Herbs & Spices: Anise, Fennel Seed, Tarragon, Basil, Cilantro, Coriander, Curry, Dill, Thyme
Pasta & Grains: Pasta with Pesto
Poultry & Eggs: Chicken Stir Fry, Chicken w/Lemon
Red Meat: Liver, Pate or Liver, Pork Chops
Sauces: Vinaigrette, White Wine Sauce
Spicy Food: Yakisoba
Vegetables: Artichokes, Asparagus Quiche, Roasted Asparagus, Roasted Sweet Peppers, Salad, Spinach, Tomato

Sauvignon Blanc:

Comes mostly from California, France, New Zealand, and South Africa. Its highly acidic wines are often suggestive of herbs or grass. Light to medium bodied and usually dry, European versions are generally not oaky while California Sauvignon Blanc can take on many of the qualities of Chardonnay. France has two classic wine regions for the Sauvignon Blanc gape: Bordeaux and the Loire Valley The Bordeaux wine is called Bordeaux Blanc and the two best known of the Loire wines are called Sancerre or Pouilly-Fumé. In Bordeaux, Sauvignon Blanc is sometimes blended with Sémillon.


Edna Valley:

Edna Valley is directly south of the coastal town of San Louis Obispo. The region was gained recognition in the 1970's for its chardonnay. Gewürztraminer and pinot noir have been planted as well but the results have not been as rewarding as the chardonnay. Low hills on three sides give the valley an open cup shape that collects moisture laden air from the Pacific Ocean. The cool, steady temperatures and fog cover result in a very long growing season producing very unique wine.

Tin Roof Sauvignon Blanc

Attributes:
Producer:

Tin Roof
Region:

North Coast, United States
Varietal:

Sauvignon Blanc
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2006: WineNews Rating: 87
Acidity:

crisp, tangy
Body:

light

2006: WineNews Rating: 87
Acidity:

crisp, tangy
Body:

light
Flavors:

grapefruit

2003: WineEnthusiast Rating: 86
Compliments:

fragrant

2003: WineSpectator Rating: 83
Acidity:

tangy
Flavors:

honey, minerals, stony, vanilla

2002: WineSpectator Rating: 86
Acidity:

tangy, tart

2002: WineEnthusiast Rating: 84
Acidity:

clean, crisp
Flavors:

anise, citrus, lemon

2002: CGCW Rating: 83
Flavors:

lemon

Food Matches:
Cheese: Feta, Fondue, Goat Cheese, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Ricotta, Swiss
Fish or Shellfish: Ceviche, Salmon with Lemon
Fruits & Nuts: Citrus Fruits, Mango Salsa
Herbs & Spices: Anise, Fennel Seed, Tarragon, Basil, Cilantro, Coriander, Curry, Dill, Thyme
Pasta & Grains: Pasta with Pesto
Poultry & Eggs: Chicken Stir Fry, Chicken w/Lemon
Red Meat: Liver, Pate or Liver, Pork Chops
Sauces: Vinaigrette, White Wine Sauce
Spicy Food: Yakisoba
Vegetables: Artichokes, Asparagus Quiche, Roasted Asparagus, Roasted Sweet Peppers, Salad, Spinach, Tomato

Sauvignon Blanc:

Comes mostly from California, France, New Zealand, and South Africa. Its highly acidic wines are often suggestive of herbs or grass. Light to medium bodied and usually dry, European versions are generally not oaky while California Sauvignon Blanc can take on many of the qualities of Chardonnay. France has two classic wine regions for the Sauvignon Blanc gape: Bordeaux and the Loire Valley The Bordeaux wine is called Bordeaux Blanc and the two best known of the Loire wines are called Sancerre or Pouilly-Fumé. In Bordeaux, Sauvignon Blanc is sometimes blended with Sémillon.

Adler Fels Sauvignon Blanc

Attributes:
Producer:

Adler Fels
Region:

Russian River Valley, United States
Varietal:

Sauvignon Blanc
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2006: CGCW Rating: 83

2001: Tastings Rating: 84
Acidity:

tart
Body:

full-bodied
Complexity:

rich
Flavors:

apple, dill, earthy, oak

2000: CGCW Rating: 82
Body:

full-bodied
Flavors:

earth
Fruit:

ripe

1998: WineEnthusiast Rating: 86
Acidity:

clean, tart

1997: WineSpectator Rating: 89
Acidity:

clean

1997: WineEnthusiast Rating: 86
Acidity:

clean, zesty
Flavors:

gooseberry, grapefruit, herbal, lemon, mineral

1994: WineAdvocate Rating: 88
Flavors:

herbaceous
Fruit:

concentrated

Food Matches:
Cheese: Feta, Fondue, Goat Cheese, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Ricotta, Swiss
Fish or Shellfish: Ceviche, Salmon with Lemon
Fruits & Nuts: Citrus Fruits, Mango Salsa
Herbs & Spices: Anise, Fennel Seed, Tarragon, Basil, Cilantro, Coriander, Curry, Dill, Thyme
Pasta & Grains: Pasta with Pesto
Poultry & Eggs: Chicken Stir Fry, Chicken w/Lemon
Red Meat: Liver, Pate or Liver, Pork Chops
Sauces: Vinaigrette, White Wine Sauce
Spicy Food: Yakisoba
Vegetables: Artichokes, Asparagus Quiche, Roasted Asparagus, Roasted Sweet Peppers, Salad, Spinach, Tomato

Sauvignon Blanc:

Comes mostly from California, France, New Zealand, and South Africa. Its highly acidic wines are often suggestive of herbs or grass. Light to medium bodied and usually dry, European versions are generally not oaky while California Sauvignon Blanc can take on many of the qualities of Chardonnay. France has two classic wine regions for the Sauvignon Blanc gape: Bordeaux and the Loire Valley The Bordeaux wine is called Bordeaux Blanc and the two best known of the Loire wines are called Sancerre or Pouilly-Fumé. In Bordeaux, Sauvignon Blanc is sometimes blended with Sémillon.

Cucumber Dill Soup

Rated

Ingredients

4 medium cucumbers
2 cups nonfat plain yogurt
2 tbsp fresh dill
1/2 tsp (3 ml) salt
1 tsp lemon juice

Preparation

1. Slice the cucumbers lengthwise. Scoop out and discard the seeds, then slice into rounds.

2. Process all the ingredients in a blender until smooth.

3. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Serve cold.

Yield

Makes 4 servings