The French Winophiles are celebrating Joyeuses Pâques, the resurrection of our Lord and Springtime. To assist us in this venture, Cam of Culinary Cam worked with Kobrand Wine and Spirits and arranged for us to receive some wines to pair with our Spring celebration.
We were not given any monetary compensation and, as always, all writings and opinions on this blog are 100% my own.
I was provided two bottles of rosé one still and one sparkling for this event.
She wears a beret, and she corrects my pronunciation when I say French words. One of those words is Raclette. I always pronounced it Rock Let. Angel Face informs me that it is Rack Lit. How ever you pronounce it and whether you put it's roots in France, Germany or the Swiss Alps it is a lovely dish and a great way to celebrate.
Both of these wines are reasonably priced at under $20. Frank enjoyed the Tavel Rosé more than others he has tried. Perhaps because of the heavier weight of the wine making it more familiar for red wine lovers.
We enjoyed our Spring Celebration with Raclette and Rosé enen if it isn't a traditional Spring dish and pairing in France.
The gang is going to get together with Cam on Saturday Morning at 11 AM ET to talk more about the wines we received and the pairings we made on Twitter chat. We would love for you to join us. You will find us by following #Winophiles. Here are some of the topics that will be discussed.......
- Bring on Spring with Loire Valley Wines by Vino Travels
- Celebrating Spring with Raclette and Rosé by A Day in the Life on the Farm
- Château Aqueria - Tavel Rosé Paired With The Perfect Spring Time Salad by Syrah Queen
- French Rosé, Sparkling Wine, and A Taco Bar for Easter? Si! by Wine Predator...Gwendolyn Alley
- French Spring Menu with Tavel Rosé & Cru Beaujolais by Always Ravenous
- Joyeuses Pâques with Champalou Paired Pork Loin by The Quirky Cork
- Roasted Salmon with Grilled Pineapple Pico de Gallo + Château D'Aqueria Tavel Rosé 2020 by Culinary Adventures with Camilla
- Woodfired Salmon Pizza with La Nerthe Les Cassagnes Rosé by Our Good Life
Hahahahaha. "Spring in Michigan is haphazard at best..." yup. Raclette for Michigan spring makes absolute sense. I have a little Raclette machiney thing but never thought to go rose with it. I absolutely will next time.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy Andrea, Cheers.
DeleteI really liked the Bouvet sample I received which is made with mostly Chenin Blanc an so was curious about the one you got which is made from cab franc. PS May spring not be too haphazard... we're looking forward to more snow here in the Sierra Nevadas tonight!
ReplyDeleteHave fun on your anniversary trip Gwendolyn.
DeleteGrowing up in Wisconsin, I get that Michigan spring is more like late winter. Raclette with either of those wines sounds good to me and for a Michigan spring. Here is hoping spring arrives sooner than later for you!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jane, there is snow on the ground this morning LOL
DeleteI think the time is perfect for a warming Raclette. Ha. Our winter is lasting on and on. I have been wanting to try this, now even more.
ReplyDeleteIt is a fun way to spend an evening Terri.
DeleteI also got a liver, but not as a rosè. I’ve really grown to love rosè over the years and these sound wonderful!
ReplyDeleteThis is Jen at Vino Travels Wendy. Not sure why it came out anonymous. It should say I also got a Bouvet 😋
DeleteHi Jen. I really love rose wine too and I laugh that I once wouldn't even try them.
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