Smokra from Rick's Picks
Yeah, that's pickled okra with some smoked paprika thrown in. Spicy, juicy, perfection.
While wandering around the Union Square Greenmarket, I noticed a sign saying they had the best bacon in the world. A bold statement. And as a self-proclaimed bacon addict, I had to give it a try. Even after eating the bacon this weekend at Peter Lugar, I still think Tamarack Hollow Farms has the best I've ever tried. (photo from www.cheesebyhand.com)
CigarZin from Cosentino Winery
Spicy, big, rich cherry and raspberry fruits, a little bit of tobacco. Great with food, but can also hold it's own during the conversation before a meal. Montepulciano d' Abruzzo from Cantina Zaccagnini
My friends call this the stick wine because we can't ever remember the name but the bottle does have a small "stick" that is a piece of vine tied to the front. The varietal is montepulciano--and it is not to be confused with Vino Noble di Montepulciano--which is actually made with nebbiolo. This wine is round in the mouth, velvety, and a little jammy. It is probably my all time favorite wine for it's price.
5 comments:
I'm always looking for new wines! I'll add these to my list. And its a plus that they're both red since the hubs claims to only like red wine.
Mmm...bacon. ;)
Okra is my favorite thing, like, ever (aside from cake) so I am super psyched to come across this Smokra!
Haha, this is too funny. It reminds me of me and my friends, if I drank wine that is. Great picture!
I think I will have you take me through a wine tasting lesson next time I see you, with all your knowledge of my favorite beverage!!
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