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4 Tips for To-Die-For BBQ and Wine Pairings

Posted on May 3, 2017 by Robert Johnson

Summertime… and the grilling is easy… Oops. Sorry. Sometimes I subconsciously meld Gershwin and barbecuing. But you’ll never have that problem if you follow these tips for pairing wine with barbecue fare… Take your time. Barbecued food attains the height…

A Merlot-Friendly Short Rib Recipe

Posted on August 7, 2015 by Robert Johnson

Grilling season is still in full force, and around here, we do not believe that beer is the only acceptable adult beverage for accompanying grilled fare. The dish described below provides a tasty example. Not only does it pair well…

Tagged with: asian cuisine, cooking, grilling, Merlot, recipe, ribs, short ribs
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Grilling… and Wine Pairing… Secrets Revealed

Posted on July 29, 2015 by Robert Johnson

As I noted in a blog post a few years ago, pretty much everything I know about barbecue comes from Steven Raichlen, who has written several books on the subject. Raichlen’s books… and over-cooking quite a few chunks of meat…

Tagged with: barbecue, cooking, Grenache, grilling, meat, ribs, Rosé, Syrah, wine pairing, Zinfandel
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Keep on Grillin’ — A Tasty Dish to Serve With Big, Bold Red Wines

Posted on July 7, 2014 by Robert Johnson

What’s that? You say you didn’t get in enough grilling over the 4th of July weekend? You still have some briquettes in the bag? Well, here’s a dish that’s easy to prepare and makes a wonderful starter course. Petite Sirah, Zinfandel…

Tagged with: 4th of July, figs, gorgonzola, grilling, recipes, Syrah, wine pairings, Zinfandel
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