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| The grape crush v. 2014 |
During the harvest season,
I am so focused that all other aspects of life nearly cease to exist. I
dedicate my full attention to the process and opportunity that comes just once
a year, The Crush.
The harvest experience is
fast paced as each sun-ripening day the grape flavors and maturity progress. The
daily activities involve a sensory experience walking the vineyards in various
soils tasting grapes. I love tasting wine grapes. I add their flavors to my
reference log and file it away to later decipher the very source of the
forthcoming wines.
There are
grapes everywhere. Just last night, I found a skin on my bumper, seeds in my
pant cuffs, and sticky juice on my elbows. After a long day sun drenched
day in the field, I love to enjoy this recipe with my family and a refreshing
glass of chilled wine.
Harvest Salsa
Additions:
3 C. table grapes, halved
1 white onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeño, finely chopped
1 T. olive oil
Juice of one lime
salt and pepper to taste
Protocol:
Mix ingredients together keeping the grapes chunky. Enjoy with a
cool refreshing white wine and crispy tortilla chips. Great on tacos too!
Using the seasonal
abundance, I love to enjoy this recipe with white wines with high minerality. I
recommend a Vermentino, Grenache Blanc, or Gruner Veltliner. The recipe is
simple and fresh for a fast paced harvest season.
