Some Bold Flavor

     A popular red wine, known as the “King of Red Wine Grapes”, is Cabernet Sauvignon. This wine originated in Bordeaux but is also found in California. Cabernet Sauvignon can be combined with other grapes to mellow its flavor. Grapes such as Merlot can be blended to soften this wine without taking away it’s character. Although this wine can be found with high tannin content, it ranges from medium-bodied to full.
    Cabernet Sauvignon has great fruit flavors from plums and cherries to blueberries. Aromas such as tobacco and even leather can be present creating an amazing bold flavor. This wine will pair well with red meats and lamb.

***Recipe for thought***   Grilled Rib-eye Steak w/ Cheddar Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Cabernet Sauvignon

2 (8 ounce) rib-eye steak                                    1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup chopped onion                                         6 medium russet potatoes peeled & cubed
1 tsp crushed garlic                                           ½ cup sour cream
pepper to taste                                                   ¼ cup butter melted
1 ⅔ cups Worcestershire sauce                          salt & pepper to taste
⅓ cup of dark brown sugar                               1 tsp garlic powder

    In a large resealable bag, combine Worcestershire sauce, dark brown sugar, pepper, crushed garlic, onions and steak coating well. Marinate for at least 8 hours or overnight in refrigerator. Grill steaks on medium to high heat for 10 minutes on each side or until desired doneness. Place potatoes in saucepan and cover with water. Boil potatoes for 25 to 30 minutes until potatoes are very tender. Drain potatoes well and add sour cream, butter, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Mash until potatoes are fluffy then, stir in cheddar cheese. Enjoy with a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon or two!