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Mushroom Thyme Flatbread with Right Bank Bordeaux: When Earthy Meets Elegant
Sometimes the most sophisticated pairings come from the simplest ingredients. This mushroom thyme flatbread isn't trying to impress you with complexity—it's showing you how earthy, herbal flavors create the perfect canvas for Merlot-based wines. Why This Pairing Works...
Pepperoni Flatbread with Left Bank Bordeaux: A Match Made in Wine Heaven
Pepperoni Flatbread with Left Bank Bordeaux: A Match Made in Wine Heaven There's something magical about the moment when a simple recipe becomes extraordinary through the right wine pairing. This pepperoni flatbread isn't just dinner—it's your gateway to understanding...
The Grocery Store Dinner That Tastes Like You Tried (Thanks to Wine)
It's January. It's cold. You're tired. And the last thing you want to do is spend two hours cooking dinner from scratch. But you also don't want to feel like you're just "surviving" on takeout and frozen meals. Here's the solution: the grab-and-go aisle + the right...
Sémillon: The Grape That’s Not Always Sweet (And Why You Should Care)
Here's what most people think when they hear "Sémillon": sweet wine. They think Sauternes. They think dessert. They think honey, apricots, and sticky golden liquid in tiny glasses. And yes—Sémillon makes some of the world's greatest dessert wines. But here's what...
Mindful January | Segment 5 | Creating Rituals for a Mindful Wine Lifestyle
In today's fast-paced world, maintaining a mindful lifestyle can be a game-changer for your overall well-being. At Food Wine and Flavor, we explore innovative ways to enjoy life's pleasures—like turning a simple glass of wine into a self-care ritual. Discover how to...
The White Wines of Bordeaux You Need to Know (But Probably Don’t)
When most people think of Bordeaux, they think red. Big, structured, age-worthy Cabernet blends from the Left Bank. Merlot-driven elegance from the Right Bank. But here's what they're missing: Bordeaux makes extraordinary white wines. And if you've never explored...
Left Bank vs. Right Bank Flatbread Experiment
Last week, I did something I'd been wanting to try for months: a side-by-side comparison of Left Bank vs. Right Bank Bordeaux with food. Not in a stuffy tasting room. Not with a sommelier hovering. Just me, my husband, our 26-year-old son, two bottles of Bordeaux, and...
Why Merlot is a Cheese Plate’s Best Friend
Happy Thursday! 🧀🍷 If there's one wine that deserves recognition as the ultimate cheese pairing companion, it's Merlot—specifically, Merlot-based wines from Bordeaux's Right Bank. While everyone's talking about Champagne with Brie or Port with Stilton (both excellent,...
Merlot: The Misunderstood Grape That Deserves Your Attention
Merlot has an image problem. Thanks to the 2004 film "Sideways," where the main character famously declares, "I am NOT drinking any f***ing Merlot!", this noble grape became unfairly maligned. Sales plummeted. Wine drinkers avoided it. Merlot became synonymous with...
Mindful January | Segment 4 | Fascinating Wine Stories
The Story of People & Places Behind the Bottle Often, when visiting a restaurant or wine shop, we select a wine, enjoy it, and move on. However, each bottle has a rich history of wine waiting to be discovered. With the internet at our fingertips, we can easily...
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