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A FEW WORDS ON CHARDONNAY

Submitted by admin on Wed, 09/16/2009 - 10:17
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From Michael Jordan, Master Sommelier & Certified Wine Educator

The noble Chardonnay grape is grown throughout the world and produces many styles of wine with lots of different flavors. Depending on the region of origin and treatment in the winery a fine chardonnay can be anywhere from steely, lean and tight with bracing acidity, lower alcohol, lots of minerality and the aroma of crushed seashells - to a rich, fat, higher alcohol wine with ripe fruit flavors, buttery aroma and creamy texture with vanilla, baking spices and caramel from the aging with oak contact. Oak is used by winemakers the way a great chef uses spices, to highlight and enhance the flavors if the grape.

AN ENVIRONMENTAL APPROACH TO WINE

Submitted by admin on Thu, 07/17/2008 - 17:45
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The following is a complete list of Bio-dynamic (all Organic) Wine Producers from around the world ...Some great names here!

Courtesy of Michael Jordan, Master Sommelier

Napa Rose Restaurant

at The Grand Californian Hotel at Downtown Disney

http://disneyland.disney.go.com

BURGUNDY

Domaine d'Auvenay

Domaine de L'Arlot

Domaine Comte Armand

Daniel Barraud

Domaine de la Cadette

Chandon de Briailles

Domaine Bruno Clavelier

Dominique & Catherine Derain

Master Sommelier MICHAEL JORDAN’S SPARKLING WINE PICKS

Submitted by admin on Fri, 12/04/2009 - 07:23
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Wine Recommendations courtesy of Michael Jordan, Master Sommelier
http://www.wordwines.com

White:

Saint-Hilare, Blanquet De Limoux, brut Blanc de Blancs $15.00
Mountadon, Brut $25.00
Ayala, Brut $29.00
Roederer Estate, L'Ermitage, Anderson Valley $28.00
Mionetto , Prosecco, Brut Spumante $15.00

Pink:

Laurent-Perrier, Brut Rose $60.00
Canard-Duchene, Brut rose $35.00
Schramsberg , Blanc de Noir $25.00
Tony Soter , Brut Rose Willamette Valley $40.00
Laurent-Perrier, Le Grand Siecle, " La Cuvee" - Multi Vintage … $95.00

Sweet:

Master Sommelier MICHAEL JORDAN’S SPARKLING WINE PICKS

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Wine Recommendations courtesy of Michael Jordan, Master Sommelier Napa Rose Restaurant at The Grand Californian Hotel at Downtown Disney

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White: 


Saint-Hilare, Blanquet De Limoux, brut Blanc de Blancs $15.00 


Mountadon, Brut  $25.00 


Ayala, Brut  $29.00


Roederer Estate, L'Ermitage, Anderson valley  $28.00 


MASTER SOMMELIER MICHAEL JORDAN’S SUMMER 2008 WINE PICKS

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Michael Jordan, Master Sommelier – Napa Rose Restaurant

at The Grand Californian Hotel at Downtown Disney




CRISP WHITES:

Tangent, Sauvignon Blanc, Edna Valley

Provenance , Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley

Martin Codax, Albarino, Rias Baixas, Spain

Lasorda, Pinot Grigio, Veneto IGT

PERFECT WINES for SUMMER BARBECUES

Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/07/2008 - 16:55
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When selecting wines for grilled, smoky foods, think big, bold, and drinkable. They should be big wines; full bodied and fruit-forward. They should be bold assertive wines with attributes of spice and pepper, preferably with a smooth velvetiness to them. Wines for barbecue should support the succulence of the meat and not be overwhelmed by the sweetness of the sauce. So, if you’re looking for the perfect wine to complement that juicy steak or smoky grilled chicken, these wines match up well for any and every barbecue!

Enjoy,

Jamie

PERFECT WINES for SUMMER BARBECUES

Submitted by admin on Wed, 07/14/2010 - 13:19
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New York Strip Steaks

Cabernet Sauvignon

The structured flavor of the beef stands up to a sturdy Cabernet. Black cherry and deep rich tones pair well with strip.

Ribeye Steaks

Merlot

For this rich, flavorful steak, the softer tones of Merlot balance the richness of the Ribeye.

Filet Mignon

Shiraz / Syrah

Filet is a soft, delicate cut of beef and Shiraz has body and a full flavor that enhances and deepens the taste of the Filet.

Veal

Pinot Noir

PINOT NOIR PARADISE

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Attention Pinot Noir Lovers:

I love a great Pinot Noir, the red wine that I believe has the greatest variation of characteristics and flavors than any other grape variety.

SPARKLING WINES for 2009

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SPARKLING WINES for 2009
from MICHAEL JORDAN, Master Sommelier
www.wordvineyards.com

Good Deals on Great Holiday Sparklers - The International Edition:

France (Cremant) :
Saint-Hilare, Blanquett De Limoux, Blanc de Blancs Brut $10.00
France (From Champagne) :
Mountadon, Brut $25.00
Canard-Duchene, Brut rose $38.00
Perrier-Jouet, Le Fleur (flower bottle) $120.00
Moet & Chandon, Dom Perignon $133.00

USA:
Gloria Ferrer, Brut 17.00
Mumm Cuvee Napa, Brut Prestige ("4 Star Gold" at OC Fair) $16.00
Korbel, Blanc de Blancs, Brut $8.00

UNDER PRICED WINES that OVER DELIVER

Submitted by admin on Fri, 10/17/2008 - 12:55
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MICHAEL JORDAN’S TOP PICKS for

UNDER PRICED WINES THAT OVER DELIVER!

Wine Recommendations courtesy of Michael Jordan, Master Sommelier Napa Rose Restaurant at The Grand Californian Hotel at Downtown Disney

All of these are high quality and low priced wines.... "A whole lot more meals will be tasting a lot better when we can find good everyday drinking wines at affordable prices!" Cheers!

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