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Numanthia 'Termanthia' Tempranillo Add
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Tapena Garnacha

Attributes:
Producer:

Tapena
Region:

Spain
Varietal:

Dry Red Table Wine
Bottle Size:

750 ML

Food Matches:
Cheese: Aged Cheddar, Goat Cheese, Sharp Cheddar, Soft Pungent Cheese
Fruits & Nuts: Almonds, Dates, Figs & Raisins, Hazelnuts
Herbs & Spices: Cilantro, Coriander, Cinnamon, Cumin, Saffron
Poultry & Eggs: Coq Au Vin, Roast Chicken with Herbs, Roast Turkey
Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Beef Stew, Grilled Pork Tenderloin, Ham, Spicy Sausage, Wild Game - Elk, Caribou, Moose, Venison
Vegetables: Artichokes, Beans, Green, Beans, White, Carrots, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Gazpacho, Mushrooms, Potatoes, Roasted Sweet Peppers, Swiss chard or Kale, Tomato, Vegetable Gratin or Stew, White Aspargus with Mustard Vinagrette

Spain:

This mountainous country possesses more vineyard land than any other country on earth, and ranks third in wine production after France and Italy. Spain is best known for its red Riojas and its Sherries, however other wines and regions are quickly gaining notoriety. Like France, Spain divides wine into categories; table wine at the bottom level and quality wine at the top, with a large emphasis on geographical origin. VdM (Vino de Mesa) is a basic table wine. VC (Vino Comarcal) wines are a level up. VdlT (Vino de la Tierra) refers to one of the country’s 25 distinct regions, and each wine possesses a local character. At the top level, only about fifty wines are considered DO (Denominacion de Origen). These wines come from the best-known regions and are the equivalent of France’s Appellation Contrôlée. DOC (Denominacion de Origen Calificada) is reserved for wines that adhere to the most stringent regulations. So far, Rioja is the only wine to gain the Calificada classification.

1707 Almansa

Attributes:
Producer:

Bodegas Y Vinedos 1707
Region:

Almansa, Spain
Varietal:

Red
Bottle Size:

750 ML

1707: NatDecants Rating: 87
Body:

full-bodied
Complexity:

simple
Compliments:

pleasant
Flavors:

bitter, chocolate

Food Matches:
Cheese: Aged Cheddar, Goat Cheese, Sharp Cheddar, Soft Pungent Cheese
Fruits & Nuts: Almonds, Dates, Figs & Raisins, Hazelnuts
Herbs & Spices: Cilantro, Coriander, Cinnamon, Cumin, Saffron
Poultry & Eggs: Coq Au Vin, Roast Chicken with Herbs, Roast Turkey
Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Beef Stew, Grilled Pork Tenderloin, Ham, Spicy Sausage, Wild Game - Elk, Caribou, Moose, Venison
Vegetables: Artichokes, Beans, Green, Beans, White, Carrots, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Gazpacho, Mushrooms, Potatoes, Roasted Sweet Peppers, Swiss chard or Kale, Tomato, Vegetable Gratin or Stew, White Aspargus with Mustard Vinagrette

Numanthia 'Termanthia' Tempranillo

Attributes:
Producer:

Bodega Numanthia Termes
Region:

Toro, Spain
Varietal:

Tempranillo
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2004: WineAndSpirits Rating: 93
Flavors:

cinnamon, fig
Fruit:

huge

2003: WineAdvocate Rating: 96
Complexity:

rich
Compliments:

drinkable
Flavors:

oak

2003: Tanzer Rating: 94
Acidity:

fresh
Complexity:

deep, suave
Compliments:

elegant
Flavors:

blackberry, boysenberry, cassis, cola, dark chocolate, dark fruit, tobacco, violet
Texture:

dense

2003: WineSpectator Rating: 95
Complexity:

deep, rich
Compliments:

powerful
Flavors:

dark chocolate, mineral, plum, tobacco
Texture:

dense

2002: WineAdvocate Rating: 94
Body:

full-bodied
Complexity:

deep
Compliments:

distinctive
Flavors:

creme de cassis, kirsch, licorice, smoke, white chocolate
Fruit:

sweet

2002: Tanzer Rating: 93
Acidity:

bright, fat
Body:

solid
Complexity:

rich
Flavors:

cassis, oak, spicy, strawberry
Texture:

dense, glycerin

2002: WineSpectator Rating: 96
Aromas:

floral
Flavors:

blackberry, cassis, coffee, mineral
Fruit:

ripe
Texture:

thick

2001: Tanzer Rating: 95(+?)
Complexity:

suave, tightly wound
Flavors:

ripe fruit, toasty oak
Fruit:

huge, juicy

Food Matches:
Cheese: Aged Cheddar, Goat Cheese, Sharp Cheddar, Soft Pungent Cheese
Fruits & Nuts: Almonds, Dates, Figs & Raisins, Hazelnuts
Herbs & Spices: Cilantro, Coriander, Cinnamon, Cumin, Saffron
Poultry & Eggs: Coq Au Vin, Roast Chicken with Herbs, Roast Turkey
Red Meat: Barbeque Pulled-Pork or Ribs, Beef Stew, Grilled Pork Tenderloin, Ham, Spicy Sausage, Wild Game - Elk, Caribou, Moose, Venison
Vegetables: Artichokes, Beans, Green, Beans, White, Carrots, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Gazpacho, Mushrooms, Potatoes, Roasted Sweet Peppers, Swiss chard or Kale, Tomato, Vegetable Gratin or Stew, White Aspargus with Mustard Vinagrette

Tempranillo:

This Spanish grape gives wines deep color, low acidity and only moderate alcohol content. In recent years the Ribera del Duero region has been producing wonderful wines featuring this grape; in older, more traditional regions such as Rioja, the grape is blended with others.


Toro:

This district just northwest of Madrid produces powerful reds.

Glazed Carrots

Rated

Ingredients

1/4 cup water
3 cups chopped carrots
1 tsp butter
1 tbsp honey
Nutmeg to taste

Preparation

1. In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the carrots and cook, covered, over medium heat for 10 - 15 minutes, until the carrots are tender. Drain.

2. Add the honey and butter to the hot saucepan, and stir until they are melted together. Add the carrots and gently toss. Sprinkle with nutmeg.

Yield

Makes 4 servings

Cook Time

Prep Time: 5 mins.
Cook Time: 20 mins.

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information is provided as a resource. Values will vary depending on specific ingredients used.
Serving Size: 1
Number of Servings: Makes 4 servings
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 64 Calories from Fat: 11
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Total Fat 1.2g
1%  
Carbohydrates 13.6g
4%  
Dietary Fiber 2.9g
11%  
Saturated Fat < 1g
3%  
Calories 64.2kcal
3%  
Cholesterol 2.5mg
0%  
Protein < 1g
1%  
Sodium 66.9mg
2%  
Calcium
0%  
Iron
0%  
Vitamin A
231%  
Vitamin C
9%  
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.