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Two Mountain Tempranillo

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BBQ pork with cheesy grits

BBQ Pork with Cheesy Grits

INGREDIENTS:

  • 3 cups of water
  • 1 cup stone ground yellow grits
  • 1 tsp of salt
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • fresh cracked black pepper
  • 2 cups rib meat from leftover pork ribs
  • ¾ cup BBQ sauce

DIRECTIONS:

  1. In a large pot bring the water to a boil. Next add the salt, cayenne pepper and butter.
  2. Gradually add the grits to the boiling water using a whisk to prevent any lumps.
  3. Lower the heat to simmer and cook for 20 minutes.
  4. While grits are simmering, pick meat from pork ribs and chop. Place in a small saucepan with BBQ sauce and cook on low for 10 minutes.
  5. Gradually whisk the cheese a little at a time into the grits until completely incorporated. Cook another 5 minutes.
  6. Plate with divided grits, topped with BBQ pork rib meat. Garnish with fresh cracked black pepper and chopped parsley (optional).

© Recipe courtesy of Kevin is Cooking.

JUNE WINE CLUB:

Mellow style logo2-Mountain-Tempranillo-bottleTwo Mountain Winery
Tempranillo
Yakima Valley, Washington

MELLOW WINE STYLE

The Two Mountain Tempranillo opens with hints of overripe fig, forest-fresh Hemlock, and a smidge of toasted pine nuts. It is then followed by dried tobacco, sun-dried tomatoes, and coriander dust. Once you have been tantalized by the aromatics, the palate is treated to soft tannins mixed with nice acid, a touch of subtle oak and flavors of rich earth, dark huckleberry, sage and a freshly rolled cigar. This is definitely an old world-esque Tempranillo from the new world Washington State. Be prepared, be very prepared.

Varietal: 100% Tempranillo
Analysis: 13.9% alcohol / volume
Appellation: Yakima Valley, Washington
Vineyard: Various Estate Vineyard Plots
Production: 200 cases

About Two Mountain Winery:

“Our name, Two Mountain Winery, is inspired by the majestic views of Mt. Adams and Mt. Rainier which serve as the backdrop of Copeland Vineyard. It’s a simple moniker that reflects our minimalistic approach to growing and making wine with a proud nod to the incredible valley in which we farm.

There’s something uniquely fulfilling in working the same ground as our uncle, grandfather, and great- grandfather. It would be easy to take this humble life for granted, but we consider our role as growers to be more than just wine grape production. We have an obligation to operate in a way that ensures the next generation inherits a world worthy of their potential. Becoming Washington State’s first certified sustainable vineyard not only validates our efforts as growers, but reminds us of how fortunate we are to be surrounded and supported by an incredible team that is committed to making the right decisions for our land, our planet, and our customers.

We like to joke that four generations of Yakima Valley farming pulsing through our veins predisposed us to dirty fingernails and an inherent love of the land, but it really is the truth. We love this life, and we’re lucky to have it. We hope that shines through in our wines and that you enjoy them as we prefer—with friends and family.” – The Brothers, Matthew & Patrick Rawn

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Two Mountain Winery Rosé

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Homemade,Cheesy,Pull,Apart,Bread,With,Garlic,And,ParsleyCheese and Garlic Pull Apart Bread

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 crusty loaf , preferably sourdough or Vienna
  • 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese (or other melting cheese)
  • 1 stick (8 tbsp) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large garlic cloves, minced
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
  2. Combine butter, garlic and salt in a heatproof bowl and melt in the microwave. Stir through parsley.
  3. Cut the bread on a diagonal into one inch diamonds but do not cut all the way through the bread.
  4. Use your fingers or a knife to pry open each crack and drizzle in a teaspoon of butter and stuff in a pinch of cheese. This might sound like a bit of an effort, but I promise you it is worth it! You don’t need to be super neat, it’s nice to have some of the butter drizzled over the crust.
  5. Brush surface with remaining butter. 
  6. Wrap with foil and bake for 20 minutes until the cheese has mostly melted, then unwrap and bake for 5 – 10 minutes more to make the bread nice and crusty.
  7. Serve immediately.

© Recipe courtesy of RecipeTin Eats.

JUNE WINE CLUB:

Two-Mountain-Winery_2022_Rosé_bottle_imageTwo Mountain Winery
Rosé
Yakima Valley, Washington

FRUITY WINE STYLE

The Two Mountain Rosé blooms with ripe wild strawberry, a touch of watermelon and hints of fragrant violet. Not to be outdone, the palate explodes with rich, red fruit and balanced acid, making it a natural to sip on its own or with a fresh baguette and your formage of choice. Rattan bistro chair optional.

Sustainable_WineryVarietal: 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Cabernet Franc
Analysis: 13% alcohol / volume
Vineyard: Portteus Vineyard, Copeland Vineyard
Aging: 100% Stainless Steel Tanks
Production: 794 cases

About the Vineyards:

Today, Two Mountain Winery operates 300 acres of vineyards and 100% of their wines come from their estate acreage. Warm days and cool nights provide the Yakima Valley with near-perfect growing conditions, allowing both white and red grape varietals to fully express their classic characteristics. The Cascade Mountain Range provides a wonderful rain-shadow effect on the vineyard. Two Mountain Winery has warm sites with ideal 190-day growing seasons and annual precipitation between six to seven inches in total. Learn more about their vineyards here.

Two Mountain Rawn brothers in the vineyard with their dogs

Brothers Matthew Rawn (Winemaker) and Patrick Rawn (Vineyard Operations) with Cash (black Lab) and Fievel.

About Two Mountain Winery:

Two Mountain logoTwo Mountain Winery produces approachable, handcrafted wines that are worth saving for that special occasion, but are accessibly priced for a casual dinner with family and friends. This family-owned operation draws on the experience of three generations who have farmed the rich soil of the Yakima Valley. The Rawn brothers oversee every aspect of the winemaking process from the grapes to the glass. Inspired by majestic Mt. Rainier and Mt. Adams that form the breathtaking backdrop of the Estate Copeland Vineyard, their award-winning wines are a reflection of the perfect climate in which they were grown. Learn more here.

Two Mountain Vineyard

© Two Mountain Winery – Vineyard

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June Wine Club Pairing Recipe

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Organic,Roasted,Grilled,Eggplant,With,Parsley,And,GarlicGarlic & Herb Grilled Eggplant

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 eggplants
  • 2 tsp salt
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic crushed
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh oregano
  • ½ tsp pepper
  • ¼ tsp salt

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Cut the eggplant into ¼ inch thick slices and generously salt each slice. Let them rest for about 15 minutes so that the salt can draw out the moisture and bitterness. Wipe each of the slices with a paper towel to remove the salt and moisture. 
  2. Preheat the barbecue to medium heat.
  3. In a large dish combine the olive oil, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt and pepper. Place each of the eggplant slices in the dish, flipping them over to ensure both sides are covered in oil. 
  4. Grill for approximately 6 minutes per side until golden in color with grill marks. If the eggplant slices become dry and stick to the grill, brush them with more oil. 
  5. Once the eggplant is tender and cooked. Remove from the grill and return back to oil, herb and garlic mixture in the pan. Flip once so that both sides are coated before transferring to a serving platter. Spoon any of the excess herbs & garlic overtop before serving. The eggplant can be enjoyed hot or at room temperature and will last for up to 4 days in the fridge. 

© Recipe courtesy of Every Last Bite.

JUNE WINE CLUB:

Bold wine Style logoTwo-Mountain-Winery_2020_Syrah_bottleTwo Mountain Winery
Syrah
Yakima Valley, Washington

BOLD WINE STYLE

Whoa, Paradise City—in a bottle! Blue fruit, graham cracker spice and the bad a#$ richness of wet tobacco leaves are sprinkled with a touch of black pepper to create some sweet, aromatic chords. These flavors are followed by a blackberry/bing cherry fruit melody, with a touch of cola, cedar leaf, and a savory herb mélange. This wine has a very pretty oak, great acid and supple tannins.

Sustainable_WineryVarietal: 100% Syrah
Analysis: 13.9% alcohol / volume
Vineyard: Copeland Vineyard, Schmidt Vineyard
Aging: 22 months – 100% French (40% new)
Production: 528 cases

Matthew Rawn – Winemaker, Director of Sales and Marketing
Matt Rawn

Matthew Rawn – Winemaker, Director of Sales and Marketing

Matthew Rawn has been winemaker for Two Mountain Winery since its inception. He helped plant the estate vineyard with his uncle Ron Schmidt in 2000 and has produced Two Mountain’s wines since the first vintage in 2002. While the vineyard was growing, Matt honed his winemaking skills by working alongside neighboring Yakima Valley wine producers and learning their craft. A passionate advocate for the Washington wine industry, Matt manages sales and marketing for the winery and enjoys talking with wine retailers and restaurateurs about the state’s world-class wines. Matt also shares vineyard duties with his brother, Patrick. Matt holds a bachelor’s degree in agricultural business from Montana State University in Bozeman, Mont. and completed enology and viticulture courses at Walla Walla Community College in Walla Walla, Wash.

Patrick Rawn – General Manager, Vineyard Operations
Patrick Rawn

Photo by Two Mountain Winery: Patrick Rawn

Patrick Rawn manages finances and daily operations for Two Mountain Winery and estate vineyard and shares vineyard management duties with his brother, Matt. After college, Patrick traveled the globe and spent extensive time in Europe. Patrick returned to the U.S. with plans to enter law school, but a six-month stint working for the family wine business took his career path in a new direction. Patrick’s passion for wine blossomed at Two Mountain Winery, and quickly grew into a full-fledged love affair. Patrick lives and works in the Yakima Valley, where he is a Yakima County Planning Commissioner and serves on the Yakima County Wine Tourism Consortium. Patrick holds a bachelor’s degree in political science and a minor in economics/international finance from the University of Washington in Seattle. Learn more about Matt, Patrick, and their team here.

Two Mountain Building

About Two Mountain Winery:

Two Mountain Winery is a family affair – owned and operated by brothers Matthew and Patrick Rawn, their family has been farming the rich soil of the Rattlesnake Hills area of Washington State for more than half a century. In 1951, Phil Schmidt established Schmidt Orchards with 40 acres of peaches, apricots, prunes, and apples. Today, the Rawn brothers continue that legacy through Two Mountain Winery and the estate farming operation. The small family winery produces a modest 10,000 cases annually, but is poised for growth under the leadership of the Rawn Brothers who believe great wine is the result of the perfect blend of elegance and fun. After purchasing Two Mountain Winery and Estate Vineyard from their late uncle Ron Schmidt’s estate in 2006, the brothers set out to put their own fingerprint on the family business by launching a new look for their classic, hand-crafted varietal wines. Learn more here.

Information © Two Mountain Winery – All Rights Reserved.

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Winery Spotlight Series: Oct 7th Two Mountain Winery

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Virtual Wine Tasting Event on Zoom and Facebook LIVE

Two Mountain Winery

Wednesday, October 7th at 6:00pm CST / 7:00pm EST

Zoom Facebook LivePlease join us for a virtual wine tasting event, featuring the winemaker of our October Wine Club, Matthew Rawn from Two Mountain Winery, Washington. 

Matthew will be guiding us through a tasting of 7 different wines from Two Mountain Winery; starting with their Riesling, then moving into their Sauvignon Blanc, Hidden Horse Red Blend, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Reserve Cabernet Franc.  Be sure to RSVP at your local WineStyles location or on Eventbrite.  Pre-order your wines in advance at your local participating WineStyles location and taste alongside Matthew with a front seat on Zoom!  Or watch on our Facebook LIVE event.Two Mountain Wines

Two Mountain Winery Wine Tasting

ABOUT TWO MOUNTAIN WINERY:

Two Mountain Winery is a family affair – owned and operated by brothers Matthew and Patrick Rawn, their family has been farming the rich soil of the Rattlesnake Hills area of Washington State for more than half a century. In 1951, Phil Schmidt established Schmidt Orchards with 40 acres of peaches, apricots, prunes, and apples. Today, the Rawn brothers continue that legacy through Two Mountain Winery and the estate farming operation. The small family winery produces a modest 10,000 cases annually, but is poised for growth under the leadership of the Rawn Brothers who believe great wine is the result of the perfect blend of elegance and fun. After purchasing Two Mountain Winery and Estate Vineyard from their late uncle Ron Schmidt’s estate in 2006, the brothers set out to put their own fingerprint on the family business by launching a new look for their classic, hand-crafted varietal wines.

Two Mountain Winery continues to produce approachable, handcrafted wines that are worth saving for that special occasion, but are accessibly priced for a casual dinner with family and friends. This family-owned operation draws on the experience of three generations who have farmed the rich soil of the Yakima Valley. The Rawn brothers oversee every aspect of the winemaking process from the grapes to the glass. Inspired by majestic Mt. Rainier and Mt. Adams that form the breathtaking backdrop of the Estate Copeland Vineyard, their award-winning wines are a reflection of the perfect climate in which they were grown.

Matthew Rawn – Winemaker, Director of Sales and Marketing

Matt Rawn

Matthew Rawn

Matthew Rawn has been winemaker for Two Mountain Winery since its inception. He helped plant the estate vineyard with his uncle Ron Schmidt in 2000 and has produced Two Mountain’s wines since the first vintage in 2002. While the vineyard was growing, Matt honed his winemaking skills by working alongside neighboring Yakima Valley wine producers and learning their craft. A passionate advocate for the Washington wine industry, Matt manages sales and marketing for the winery and enjoys talking with wine retailers and restaurateurs about the state’s world-class wines. Matt also shares vineyard duties with his brother, Patrick. Matt holds a bachelor’s degree in agricultural business from Montana State University in Bozeman, Mont. and completed enology and viticulture courses at Walla Walla Community College in Walla Walla, Wash.

Patrick Rawn – General Manager, Vineyard Operations

Patrick Rawn

Patrick Rawn

Patrick Rawn manages finances and daily operations for Two Mountain Winery and estate vineyard and shares vineyard management duties with his brother, Matt. After college, Patrick traveled the globe and spent extensive time in Europe. Patrick returned to the U.S. with plans to enter law school, but a six-month stint working for the family wine business took his career path in a new direction. Patrick’s passion for wine blossomed at Two Mountain Winery, and quickly grew into a full-fledged love affair. Patrick lives and works in the Yakima Valley, where he is a Yakima County Planning Commissioner and serves on the Yakima County Wine Tourism Consortium. Patrick holds a bachelor’s degree in political science and a minor in economics/international finance from the University of Washington in Seattle. Learn more about Matt, Patrick, and their team here.

ABOUT THE VINEYARDS:

Today Two Mountain Winery operates 300 acres of vineyards and 100% of their wines come from their estate acreage. Warm days and cool nights provide the Yakima Valley with near-perfect growing conditions, allowing both white and red grape varietals to fully express their classic characteristics. The Cascade Mountain Range provides a wonderful rain-shadow effect on the vineyard. Two Mountain Winery has warm sites averaging to 2980-degree days with an ideal 190-day growing season and annual precipitation between six to seven inches total. Learn more about their vineyards here.

Let’s Taste, Learn and Enjoy® together! 

Contact your local WineStyles to RSVP for this tasting event.

Two Mountain Winery
Yakima Valley, Washington

Cheers!

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Two Mountain Hidden Horse Red Blend

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Pizza Night Three Ways!

Pizzette

Hidden Horse Red Blend by Two Mountain Winery is a great wine for any occasion. This Cabernet Sauvignon based blend is easy enough to watch a movie and unwind after a long day; comforting enough while still finishing paying bills or helping with homework, and complex/rich enough to stand on its own, or pair with any meal…hence pizza three ways!

THE “BASIC WAY”
– Pre-made pizza crust or Flatbread
– Olive oil or Red Sauce
– Pepperoni, Cooked Sausage, Cooked Bacon, Cooked Chicken or some other protein
– Sliced vegetables (onions, mushrooms, peppers, olives, tomatoes, etc.)
– Fresh leafy greens if desired (basil, spinach, kale, etc)
– Cheese of choice, if desired

Directions:
1. Pre-heat oven to 425°F
2. Open crust or flatbread, place on a pizza pan, or baking sheet, then spread oil or sauce (or both) over crust/flatbread
3. Layer your meat of choice in a circular, yet sporadic pattern (if meat is wanted)
4. Sprinkle vegetables of choice, not too many, not too few.
5. Lightly top with cheese of choice (if desired)
6. Place in oven and bake until hot and golden. Once cooked to your liking, remove from the oven, let cool, and top with leafy greens (optional)
7. Slice on a cutting board, and unwind for the day

THE “MORE COMPLICATED, BUT FUN DINNER PARTY WAY”
– Google, “How to make pizza dough.”
– Procure the same ingredients as above + corn Meal
– Use Pizza Stone or Baking Sheet

Directions:
1. Pre-heat oven or BBQ to 425°F+
2. Place pizza stone in oven or BBQ to heat through
3. Make the dough according to directions
4. Heavily dust counter or cookie sheet with cornmeal and place rolled/flattened dough on cornmeal dusted sheet
5. Follow steps 3-6 from the “Basic Way”
6. Gently slide pizza from sheet to pizza stone
7. Cook until crust is golden and bubbly
8. Remove, slice/cut, serve on patio table or dining room table while enjoying your friends and company

THE “I’M EXHAUSTED” WAY
– Credit Card
– Phone Winestyles

Directions:
1. Go to WineStyles store locator
2. Order a couple pizzettes of your choice
3. Pay with credit card…curbside pick-up pizzettes and a bottle of Hidden Horse Red Blend
4. Get home, pour a glass of Hidden Horse Red Blend
5. Search favorite on-demand movie platform
6. Watch movie and enjoy Hidden Horse Red Blend. You deserve it!

© Pizza Night recipes courtesy of Two Mountain Winery.

OCTOBER WINE CLUB:

Hidden Horse Red BlendBold wine Style logoTwo Mountain Winery
Hidden Horse No. 17 Red Blend
Yakima Valley, Washington

BOLD WINE STYLE

Two Mountain Winery is a family affair. Owned and operated by brothers Matthew and Patrick Rawn, their family has been farming the rich soil of the Rattlesnake Hills area of Washington State for more than half a century. In 1951, Phil Schmidt established Schmidt Orchards with 40 acres of peaches, apricots, prunes, and apples. Today, the Rawn brothers continue that legacy through Two Mountain Winery and the estate farming operation. The small family winery produces a modest 10,000 cases annually but is poised for growth under the leadership of the Rawn Brothers who believe great wine is the result of the perfect blend of elegance and fun. After purchasing Two Mountain Winery and Estate Vineyard from their late uncle Ron Schmidt’s estate in 2006, the brothers set out to put their own fingerprint on the family business by launching a new look for their classic, hand-crafted varietal wines.

Aromas of spice, dark fruit, pipe tobacco and hints of oak are followed by flavors of dark berries, overripe cherries and leather. Well balanced acidity and ripe tannins finish off this signature blend.

Vineyards: 100% Estate vineyard sites. A blend of all six of Two Mountains’ estate sites
Varietal: 52% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 5% Syrah, and 2% Malbec
Analysis: 13.9% alcohol / volume
pH: 3.71
Aging: 15 months in French and American oak, 22% new
Harvested: September 6 to October 30, 2017
Cases: 4157
Critical Acclaim: Reviewed & approved by Doug Frost, Master Sommelier and Master of Wine

ABOUT THE OWNERS:

Matthew Rawn – Winemaker, Director of Sales and Marketing

Matt Rawn

Photo by Two Mountain Winery: Matthew Rawn

Matthew Rawn has been winemaker for Two Mountain Winery since its inception. He helped plant the estate vineyard with his uncle Ron Schmidt in 2000 and has produced Two Mountain’s wines since the first vintage in 2002. While the vineyard was growing, Matt honed his winemaking skills by working alongside neighboring Yakima Valley wine producers and learning their craft. A passionate advocate for the Washington wine industry, Matt manages sales and marketing for the winery and enjoys talking with wine retailers and restaurateurs about the state’s world-class wines. Matt also shares vineyard duties with his brother, Patrick. Matt holds a bachelor’s degree in agricultural business from Montana State University in Bozeman, Mont. and completed enology and viticulture courses at Walla Walla Community College in Walla Walla, Wash.

Patrick Rawn – General Manager, Vineyard Operations

Patrick Rawn

Photo by Two Mountain Winery: Patrick Rawn

Patrick Rawn manages finances and daily operations for Two Mountain Winery and estate vineyard and shares vineyard management duties with his brother, Matt. After college, Patrick traveled the globe and spent extensive time in Europe. Patrick returned to the U.S. with plans to enter law school, but a six-month stint working for the family wine business took his career path in a new direction. Patrick’s passion for wine blossomed at Two Mountain Winery, and quickly grew into a full-fledged love affair. Patrick lives and works in the Yakima Valley, where he is a Yakima County Planning Commissioner and serves on the Yakima County Wine Tourism Consortium. Patrick holds a bachelor’s degree in political science and a minor in economics/international finance from the University of Washington in Seattle.

 

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Two Mountain Winery Riesling

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Ginger Carrot Soup

Carrot Ginger Soup

© Alexandra Hedin

Two Mountain Riesling is not sweet, but rather very fruity with nice acidity. The brightness of the wine, floral aromatics, and the crisp mouthfeel compliment the spice of the ginger and onion, while balancing the depth of the carrots and the freshness of the cilantro. The two together make for a perfect combination of end of summer and beginning of fall flavors.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 3 lb carrots, chopped
  • 2 Tbs olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion, sliced
  • 1 Inch ginger, peeled
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 bunch cilantro
  • 1⁄4 cup pepitas

DIRECTIONS:

  • Cook carrots and onion in olive oil until tender.
  • Add ginger & broth and bring to a boil.
  • Once carrots are fork tender, purée with an immersion blender, or in a blender in batches. Top with cilantro and pepitas.
  • Serve with slightly chilled glass of Two Mountain Riesling!
  • © Photo and recipe courtesy of Alexandra Hedin of Weeknight Society

OCTOBER WINE CLUB:

Two Mountain RieslingCrisp Wine StyleTwo Mountain Winery
Riesling
Rattlesnake Hills, Washington

CRISP WINE STYLE

Nestled in the Rattlesnake Hills within the Yakima Valley wine region of Washington state. Two Mountain Winery and vineyard is a family-owned operation that produces approachable, handcrafted wines that are worth saving for that special occasion, but are accessibly priced for a casual dinner with family and friends. Brothers Matthew and Patrick Rawn own and operate the winery and estate vineyard, overseeing every aspect of the winemaking process from the grapes to the glass.

This wine is an off-dry style Riesling with hints of hay, green pear, wild flowers and dust on the nose. These characteristics combine with incredible flavors of ripe citrus, green apple, and a hint of minerality. This wine lasts forever on your tongue and makes you remember why summer is so great!

Analysis: 13.0% alcohol / volume
pH: 3.18
Aging: 100% Stainless Steel
Cases: 897
Critical Acclaim: Reviewed & approved by Doug Frost, Master Sommelier and Master of Wine


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October Wine Club Pairing Recipe

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Braised Pork Shoulder FennelBraised Pork Shoulder w/ Fennel & Sage

  • 1 (3 1⁄2 -lb) pork shoulder or butt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 5 tbsp cold butter (divided)
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 3 shallots, thinly sliced
  • 2 bulbs fennel, cored & sliced lengthwise into 1⁄2 inch thick pieces
  • 7 sage leaves, plus extra
  • 1 cup Merlot
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 4 cups beef or chicken stock

DIRECTIONS:

  • Set aside pork until room temperature (1 to 1 1/2 hours), season generously with salt & pepper.
  • Pre-heat oven 325°F.
  • Melt oil and 1Tbsp butter in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • Add pork, fat-side down and sear on one side for 3-4 minutes. Repeat on all sides until sizzling, but not scorched. Transfer heat to a platter, then remove fat from the pan drippings and discard the fat.
  • Heat 2 Tbsp butter in the Dutch oven over medium heat. Add shallot & fennel and sauté for 10 minutes, or until tender and caramelized. Add sage and cook for 1 minute.
  • Stirring constantly, pour in Merlot (wine) and cook for 7-10 minutes…until reduced to a quarter of the original amount.
  • Add pork, fat side up, bay leaves, salt & pepper to the Dutch oven containing the wine, shallot, fennel, and sage.
  • Pour in stock and bring to a simmer, then partially cover and cook in the oven for 1 1⁄2 -2 hours, until pork is fork tender.
  • Uncover and cook for 15 minutes (Basting/spooning occasionally).
  • With a slotted spoon, transfer pork, fennel, & shallot to a platter.
  • Strain remaining sauce and bring to simmer, skimming any fat. Set aside. Whisk in 2 Tbsp cold butter and simmer for 30 seconds.
  • Ladle sauce over the pork, then garnish with a few sage leaves, fennel slaw and finishing salt. Serve with Two Mountain Merlot and enjoy!
  • © Recipe courtesy of Josh Henderson, Huxley Wallace Collective.

OCTOBER WINE CLUB:

Two Mountain 2018 MerlotBold wine Style logoTwo Mountain Winery
Merlot
Yakima Valley, Washington

BOLD WINE STYLE

Nestled in the Yakima Valley wine region of Washington State, Two Mountain Winery produces approachable, handcrafted wines that are worth saving for that special occasion, but are accessibly priced for a casual dinner with family and friends. Established in 2002, Two Mountain is a family-owned operation that draws on the experience of three generations who have farmed the rich soil of the Yakima Valley. Brothers Matthew and Patrick Rawn own and operate the winery and estate vineyard, overseeing every aspect of the winemaking process from the grapes to the glass. Inspired by majestic Mt. Rainier and Mt. Adams that form the breathtaking backdrop of the Estate Copeland Vineyard, their award-winning wines are a reflection of the perfect climate in which they were grown.

Aromas of rich toasted barrel, bright vibrant Bing cherry, blackberry, coffee, & a touch of caramel on the nose are followed by inviting flavors of ripe red fruits, baked fig, hints of toffee and vanilla, a touch of clove and soft integrated tannins.

Vineyard: 57% Copeland, 43% Schmidt Vineyard
Varietal: 92% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc, 1% Malbec
Analysis: 14.7% alcohol / volume
pH: 3.55
Aging: 20 months in French and American, 40% new
Harvested: September 23, and October 8, 2018
Cases: 1090
Critical Acclaim: Reviewed & approved by Doug Frost, Master Sommelier and Master of Wine.

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