Rodney Strong Malbecs/A Perfect Pairing/Classic French Cooking

what do you like to pair with your Rodney Strong Malbecs?Rodney Strong Vineyards does two great Malbecs,and we will open both and ask a French chef to help us.Please join us,as we check out the tasting notes and a little back ground on the wines. Our story begins over 55 years ago, when a celebrated American dancer named Rod Strong settled in Sonoma County to pursue a second lifelong creative passion: winemaking. Rodney Strong Vineyards was the 13th winery bonded in the newly discovered Sonoma County wine industry. A trio of winemaking paths crossed when Rick Sayre joined the team as Winemaker in 1979, and again when the Klein Family, 4th generation California farmers, purchased the winery in 1989 and initiated a renewed commitment of modern artisan winemaking. Through the years, Rodney Strong Vineyards has earned the reputation for critically acclaimed Single Vineyard and Reserve wines, stand out Estate releases and best-in-class Sonoma County varietal wines. Rodney Strong received the honor of being named Wine Enthusiast’s American Winery of the Year in 2013. Introduced in 2000, each year the Wine Enthusiast honors those that have impacted the wine and spirits industry with their Wine Star Awards. With the designation of American Winery of the Year, the Wine Enthusiast has recognized Rodney Strong’s commitment to quality, luxury and Sonoma County.​ WINEMAKING NOTES Rich, lush and full bodied, the 2013 vintage displays intense aromas and flavors of blackberry, black currant, cocoa and crushed violet. This wine is structured and balanced with smooth integrated tannins and a lingering finish of toasty baking spices and vanilla. FOOD PAIRINGS Enjoy this wine now with braised short ribs, rosemary crusted leg of lamb or mushroom stroganoff or lay a few bottles down in your cellar to enjoy in 3 to 5 years. THE VINEYARDS Winter of 2012 was very mild, and so was the spring of 2013, which encouraged an early bud break. The summer was warm, with a hot spell in June and some misty weather in July, though mostly warm. August and September were filled with 80-90°F days, ideal temperatures for balanced ripening. Overall the 2013 vintage proved to be warmer than any in the previous 20 years. The stage is set,let's join Greg Morthole and chef Luc as we show the main theme of the show...."Feed Doc"! Cheers! Click here and join us as we just poured you a glass of two great Malbecs.