But how much do you know about the people behind producing your favorites? The centuries-old profession of winemaking may have once seemed old, stuffy and stuck up to some, but winemaking is seeing a renaissance of young people passionate about agriculture and epicure. Follow our newest weekly installment, #WineCrushWednesday, where we”ll spotlight innovative wine…
This week”s #WineCrushWednesday are two brothers taking over the family business. Jean-Jaques and Fabrice Dubourdieu Together they oversee several properties of their family”s 333 acres and five châteaux. Their château, Château Cantegril, is a 22-hectare enclosed vineyard on the calcareous plateau of Haut-Barsac. It”s located on the site of an old castle named…
That’s why we are taking a different, decidedly more French, route and celebrating with Bordeaux. But hold onto your leprechauns, we aren’t forsaking the traditional green game. Instead we’re serving Bordeaux dressed to the nines in green labels! Château Chantegrive Soft floral nose- creamy palate with flavors of lemongrass, appealing…
Follow below as we take a trip down memory lane: JANUARY A #snowday in NYC makes us crave white Bordeaux. This one is a Bordeaux Superieur white from Chateau Argadens. Less than $15, clean and crisp. #winter #wine A photo posted by Bordeaux Wines (@bordeauxwines) on Jan 9, 2015 at…
Here are 3 Bordeaux wines at $10, $15 and $20 dollars that each offer a little something different. $10 Michel Lynch 2011 Bordeaux, 60% Merlot & 40% Cabernet Sauvignon In need of an inexpensive, easy-drinking red? Look no further than this classic clairet from Michel Lynch. At only $10 this Bordeaux red is…
Whether you are planning a grand Easter feast or celebrating the arrival of spring Gwendolyn Osborn of Wine.com has you covered. With the long awaited arrival of season you might be tempted to reach for your tried-and-true bottle of Bordeaux to celebrate, but why not take advantage of Wine.com’s promotion…
Making resolutions you actually want to keep is easy: Just add wine. Read on for some fun, pressure-free goals to pursue throughout 2016 to make you a well-rounded person and wine lover. Travel more Visit the places you never thought you would. Touring a vineyard is the best way to learn…
Ever wonder where your favorite chefs eat? Or what they can”t live without? Today we”re talking to Andy Ricker, Carla Hall, JJ Johnson, Jose Garces, and Kenichi Tajima to learn all about their favorite Harlem haunts. Harlem is a neighborhood with hidden gems around every corner, a place steeped in history and brightened by…
Brian Q. Brooklyn, New York Please tell us a little about yourself! My name is Brian Q, and I live in Brooklyn, NY.Over the last decade, I have created, curated and produced events in a wide range of creative fields, including everything from jazz concerts, to underground supperclubs, and more…
For those unfamiliar with viticulture – the science, production and study of grapes – many do not realize that cultivating grapevines requires yearlong care. There are the obvious tasks to attend to during the spring, summer and fall as flowers blossom and grapes mature for harvest. But, what happens during the winter months…
Yet, so many great Bordeaux wines were still in need of a ranking. Thus, the Cru Bourgeois category in the appellation of Medoc was created in order to help customers identify more top quality wines from the Bordeaux region.Last month, the Alliance de Cru Bourgeois voted to change classification into a two tier…
We recently asked 5 top sommeliers across the country to choose their favorite Bordeaux wine for BYOB. Click through for more information on sommelier Patrick Cappiello”s choice and stay tuned for our BYO-Bordeaux feature, coming soon! Patrick”s Pick Chateau La Grave 2010 Appellation: Fronsac Blend: 66% Merlot, 26% Cabernet Franc, Malbec 8%…
We recently asked 5 top sommeliers across the country to choose their favorite Bordeaux wine for BYOB. Click through for more information on sommelier Jill Zimorski”s choice and stay tuned for our BYO-Bordeaux feature, coming soon! Jill”s Pick Chateau La Rame 2010 Appellation: Sainte-Croix-du-Mont Blend: Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc Price: $28 (375ml) Tasting…
When it comes to wine and food pairings, there are a few tried and true options to decide between this year. If white wine is your thing, go for salads, seafood, light appetizers, ham and turkey breast. Red wine almost always pairs well with meats like prime rib, steaks, lamb…
With a range of colors and styles, try a classic Bordeaux and burger combo or something unexpected like a chilled sweet Sauternes with a spicy jicama salad. Whatever the combo, happy grilling and a long awaited welcome to summer! Salads & Starters White Bordeaux blends more likely than not include…
Traditional Pairing Option: Château Argadens, Bordeaux Blanc 2012 Unexpected Pairing Option: Château Saint-Julian, Bordeaux Supérieur 2011…
While wings are ubiquitous with Super Bowl Sunday, we dare say that meatballs are a more satisfying (and cleaner) alternative to Buffalo wings. Whether you”re hosting a viewing party this weekend or simply have a hankering for some hearty comfort food, Chef Michael Toscano”s recipe for Sweet Italian Sausage meatballs…
Last Thanksgiving, we asked Chef Michael Toscano, Executive Chef and Partner of NYC”s Perla and Jeffrey”s Grocery, and Bordeaux Wines” Culinary Ambassador, for a seasonal recipe to kick off the big day. He came back with this savory Tarte Flambée, sure to please any crowd. As we sifted through our recipe…
While the earthy flavors of this elevated beef roast from Bordeaux Culinary Ambassador, Chef Michael Toscano, pair perfectly with well balanced Bordeaux reds, try an unexpected coupling from sommelier Patrick Cappiello. Here are two of his suggestions for this Oyster Mushroom Stuffed Roast. Traditional Wine Pairing: Château Meynard, Bordeaux 2012 Price:…
On July 14, 1789, French revolutionaries overtook the Bastille in Paris, an armory and prison that doubled as a symbol of monarchy and political authority. With tension growing due to a stalemate of the National Assembly and King Louis XVI, revolutionaries demanded a constitution and major political reform. In 1790,…
Q: How did you become food & wine experts? A: Andrew cooked for 10+ years, including with Chefs Chris Schlesinger, Lydia Shire and Anne Rosenzweig. He studied with Madeleine Kamman at the School for American Chefs in Napa Valley, and also earned a certificate through the Sommelier Society of America. Karen (alumna…
1. Patrick Cappiello Before his immense success as a sommelier, Patrick Cappiello was just another wine lover trying to make it in New York. After arriving in the city in 2001, he began as a waiter at Tribeca Grill, where he met wine director David Gordon. Within a year, Patrick was a…
While wine pairs beautifully with rich, hearty meals throughout the winter, there”s no reason you can”t stick to your resolution while enjoying a glass of Bordeaux! This month, we challenge you to pair any of the our wines with a low calorie, resolution-friendly meal. We”re starting the year with Chateau Jean Faux 2010, a Merlot-based red…
Comté Comté cheeses are a French cheese made from unpasteurized cow”s milk, produced out of the Franch-Comté region of eastern France. With a dusty brown outer rind, the cheese itself is pale yellow in color, hard in consistency and strong and slightly sweet in taste. The Kitchn counts it as…
Via Serious Eats Serious Eats” Fake Shack burger claims the foundation of the Shake Shack burger relies on a potato bun and a secret blend of ground beef. Via Time No plans to go to the west coast? Here”s a fix for your In-N-Out hankering. This recipe claims they”ve…
Roast Lamb with Red Graves The New York Times has a recipe for a roast leg of lamb slathered in butter and topped with anchovies. While anchovies might seem like an odd pairing with lamb they actually add depth to the meat that will make your Red Graves pop. Red…
Adding a dry white to this cake makes it incredibly moist and ensures a delicate crumb. Think of it as coffeecake’s more mature cousin — it has more depth of flavor but without a showy brown sugar crumble. This cake could easily take the centerpiece at your next brunch, boozy-glaze…
Harlem has gone through a lot of changes these past few years, but one Harlem characteristic that stands the test of time is its food scene. Known for its soul food, I decided to create a dish that would do the neighborhood proud. Classic fried chicken is given a spicy…
We are pleased to invite you to continue discovering Bordeaux with an updated website which includes a design overhaul, increased functionalities, new rubrics, and additional interactivity. It”s much more than just a redesign, it”s a profound transformation that catches your attention and offers the best of Bordeaux. New Content Organization…
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