The Broadmoore Collection

For wine club this month, I received the Broadmoore 2008 Sangiovese and Zinfandel. At $16.25 and $16.50 a bottle, they are absolutely delightful and the perfect reds for warm summer nights. The Broadmoore Estates is named for the street John Lynch (one of our founders and owners) learned to ride his bike in San Ramon, California.

The Sangiovese ($16.25) grapes were picked in the early morning to preserve the acidity. Once fermentation was complete, the wine was transferred to small oak barrels and aged for 18 months. As you take a big sniff of this mouth-watering wine you will notice aromas of cherries, leather and toasted oak with hints of Worcestershire and anise. (And why the Pork Chops go so well with this wine). Other great pairing options for this wine are Tuscan White Bean Salad, Caprese Salads, Pork Chops and medium cheeses like Havarti! Cheers!

Pork Chop Recipe:

Ingredients:

4 pork chops - 3/4 in think

3/4 cup Italian dressing (I used reduced-fat dressing)

1 tsp Worchesteshire sauce

Place all ingredients in ziplock bag; seal and place in fridge for at least 20 mins (or over night for more flavor). Remove chops and grill over medium-hot fire, turning once, until done about 8-11 minutes. Temp should be 160' Serves 4. Served with corn on the cob, fresh green beans and of course the Sangiovese!

The Zinfandel ($16.50) comes from the east side of the appellation. The grapes were allowed to ripen fully and were picked in late September. The grapes are then de-stemmed and crushed into small open top fermentors to help control the temperatures. Ther fermentations lasted around 12 days. Once pressed, the wine was allowed to settle and was then transferred to small oak barrels were it was aged for 18 months. This Zinfandel has a strong berry aromas with Cranberries, Strawberries and blackberries with hints of allspice, molasses and sandalwood. This wine pairs wonderfully with Pulled Pork, Fried Chicken, and medium cheeses like Havarti and Jack!

Stay tuned for my Oven-Fried Chicken recipe, when I crack open the Zinfandel! And don't forget, to order these delicious reds or any other wines, visit my website at www.sippinwine.com or feel free to email me with your order or to host your own simple wine tasting at jonnathoma@cox.net.