Sonoma-Cutrer
Sonoma County Chardonnay
750ml, Reg: $24.99 SALE: $21.99
Fermented in oak and undergoing complete malolactic fermentation, the wine shows a mature influence by older vines and promises to evolve over time, bringing joy to both winemakers and those lucky enough to savor a glass. Pairing tip: A great complement to poultry, shellfish and vegetables. Ideal with goat cheese or sheeps' milk cheese.
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Very often our Easter feasts include some sort of ham. This tradition dates back centuries to when culinary choices were limited by availability. The autumnal pig slaughter would lead to the cured hams availability in the spring for the Easter feast.
If this is your family tradition, here are some wines to elevate your meal.
Chateau la Chapelle Aux
Moines Saint Emilion Grand Cru
750ml, $26.99
Wine Enthusiast 90 Points
To the east of the town of Saint-Émilion, this vineyard has produced a ripe, structured wine. Perfumed while also bold in its richness, it has acidity to balance the powerful black fruits and alcohol. Drink the wine from 2022.
More traditionally, at this time a year would have been Lamb as that was a long held Jewish tradition of a Passover sacrificial lamb.
Due to my upbringing in a large Eastern orthodox neighborhood, this is what I will be having for my Easter accompanied with a fine Bordeaux such as:
