Spring Pea & Asparagus Tart with Lemon-Herb Ricotta & Toasted Pistachios
This recipe celebrates the fresh flavors of spring and is surprisingly easy to pull off, even for a novice baker. The bright acidity and herbaceous notes of a our 2023 Sylviane Estate Blanc will cut through the richness of the ricotta and complement the sweetness of the peas and asparagus perfectly. Continue »
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Enjoy our 2021 1886 paired with this mouthwatering tri-tip sandwich, creamy mushroom sauce, and garlic Parmesan fries. Continue »
Taste: A Somatic Sensation
Taste is fundamentally a somatic sensation, meaning a sense of touch. When we discuss taste, we're essentially referring to the tactile sensations involving pressure, density, and friction within our mouths. For example, when tannins precipitate proteins to the tongue's surface, thereby creating friction and abrasion, this is recognized as astringency. Continue »
The Importance of Olfaction: More Than Just a Sense
Smell, or olfaction, is integral to our survival strategy, playing a vital role in identifying prey or predator, ensuring safety in the things we consume, and in the identification of family or stranger. Smell is unique in its neurological processing from other senses, having a more direct pathway from the receptor site (nasal cavity) to the frontal cortex, and by engaging the “limbic system” which integrates emotion with the related senses thereby creating a bidirectional connection between the smell stimuli and our emotional state. Because of this, smells can elicit such complex feelings such as happiness or sadness, a profound power for a seemingly incidental feature. Continue »
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We Eat With Our Eyes
The Intricacies of Visual and Olfactory Integration Continue »
Smash Burger & 2021 Cabernet Franc Pairing
Looking for the perfect summer barbecue pairing? Try out our 2021 Cabernet Franc with these mouth watering smash burgers, millionaire's bacon, and zucchini fries! Continue »
Unveiling the Impact of Site and Yeast Diversity on Wine Fermentation
Brisket Mac n Cheese
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food - Brisket Mac and Cheese! 🧀🥩 This mouthwatering dish combines tender smoked brisket with creamy, cheesy macaroni, creating a flavor-packed combination that will leave you craving for more. Continue »