Peninsula Club: Silver
April 2023 Shipment
2021 Pinot Noir Rosé
We are nearing the end of the 2021 Pinot Noir Rosé, which entered April with just three cases left and is exclusively available to our wine club members this month. This Rosé was a part of a 2021 season that saw low yields due to a long, warm season with below-average rainfalls. Because of that, you’ll notice a bright acidity in this wine, coupling with the appealing aromas and flavors of strawberries and cherries. Having friends over for a Taco Tuesday night? Give this wine a try.
Suggested pairing:
Chicken Tacos
2022 Pinot Grigio
You are among the first to try our 2022 Pinot Grigio, a new estate wine released this month. This Pinot Grigio has a palate of honey and lemon and an aroma of fresh apricots and stone fruits. In 2022, our vineyards had great results, bringing us wines with great structure and body. We have Pinot Gris at three different vineyard sites. One site was picked early to bring that bright flavor you taste on the front end, while the other two had a later harvest to provide a subtle dryness and crisp acidity you taste at the end. It’s a perfect wine for a date night with pasta, board games, and your favorite feel-good movie.
Suggested pairing:
Garlic Shrimp Pasta
2018 Merlot
The 2018 Merlot features a similar leaner style of Merlot that we enjoyed with the 2017 vintage. You can taste the subtle hints of cedar to add to the dryness of the wine along with the dark fruits to create a smooth finish. Have family visiting town? Get this wine ready to pair with your nice dinner and you’ll be good to go.
Suggested pairing:
Spaghetti and Meatballs
Suggested pairing:
Chicken Tacos
Suggested pairing:
Garlic Shrimp Pasta
Suggested pairing:
Spaghetti and Meatballs
Strawberry Pinot Grigio Mojito
¼ cup of fresh, sliced strawberries
2 oz. simple syrup
1 tbsp. fresh mint
2 oz. fresh lime juice
1 ½ oz. of vodka
2 oz. of 2022 Pinot Grigio
Ice
Muddle the strawberries, simple syrup and mint in a cocktail shaker. Add lime juice, vodka, and ice. Cover and shake until well combined and chilled. Add Pinot Grigio. Garnish with fresh mint and sliced strawberries, if desired
Spicy Chicken Tacos
Ingredients
1 small onion, chopped
1 large jalapeno, finely chopped
4-6 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon smoked paprika or chipotle chili powder
salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste
juice of ½-1 lime
flour or corn tortillas
Preparations
1. In a large skillet brown chicken pieces, onion, pepper, garlic, and olive oil over medium heat until chicken is cooked through.
2. Add tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika or chipotle, salt, pepper, cayenne, and lime juice. I sometimes will add 1/4 cup of water or chicken broth to make it a little saucy. Serve with desired toppings.
