Tonight, we have venison steaks, cooked on the gas top with red wine and dried cherries. I’ve stuffed a bag of pureed cauliflower in the microwave and topped it with butter, a touch of sour cream, salt and pepper. And, poured a couple of glasses of Stone House Vintners 2011 Special Reserve Merlot from Napa Valley. I’m glad we opened this wine tonight, because I fear it is at its peak. There’s the expected dried cherries and vanilla, but also a bit of a tart finish. The wine goes well with the venison, although, I cooked the meat a hint too long.
We don’t carry this Merlot at the shop, but we like this vineyard and if you’re in the area, stop in for a tasting. Check them out at https://stonehousevineyard.com/wines/
