#petite sirah

[wine-picks]

🇺🇸 🍷 Enjoying this surprisingly delicious 2019 Four Vines Old Vine Zinfandel (88+ pts, $20) from Lodi. Arrived in LCBO VINTAGES last summer & still a few available. Full review: https://rebrand.ly/bay485r

[jamesthewineguy]

Girasole/Barra Mendocino Rosé/Petite Sirah #rosé

[wine-porn]

Loco-Motion

I don’t know what’s in this… maybe some Zin, maybe some Rhone or Merlot… something bland and pointless. It’s a nice sipper, easy on the palate, no tannin, a bit of acid, no compelling nose or body… Just a red blend for people who hate red wine and want something un-insulting but still tell people they drink red wine. Completely forgettable. 2019 LOCATELLI ‘Melodia’ PS/Zin 50/50 Paso Robles…

[ivorybride]

First art post n its oc x canon related what a shocker

Meet Pinot Noir Cookie and Petit Sirah Cookie! Father n daughter and Roguefort’s lil helpers so to speak :3 Pinot Noir works alongside Sparkling Cookie as a bartender and Petit Sirah is usually seen hanging around. uh. spooky ppl.

DOODLE TIME 🗣️‼️

First doodle is so corny but shhhhh

[goodspiritsnewsat]

GSN Review: Chicken Cock Red Stave Bourbon

“The Famous Old Brand”, Chicken Cock Whiskey, just debuted its new limited edition release, Red Stave, a celebration of two iconic American industries, Kentucky bourbon and California wine. Chicken Cock Whiskey’s Kentucky Straight Bourbon is finished in  J. Wilkes Petite Sirah barrels from California. With over 300 years of combined whiskey and winemaking history, Chicken Cock Whiskey and J.…

[xanadontit]

To atone for basically ditching last night, my brother made dinner! Delicious steaks and I threw together a salad. I’m not a huge red meat eater and I loved it!

I did the dishes as a thank you and set up my dad’s coffee for the morning and laundry is in the dryer and now I’m enjoying some petite sirah.

[otomeblcass]

Nu:Carnival Character Headcanons:

⚛》》》Favorite Wines《《《⚛

~Quick note~ My entire week has consisted of me making this list that no one ever asked for, or the probably ever thought about. For some further context, I work as a wine specialist at a giant liquor store, and I have way too much time on my hands where I read a lot about wine and sake. I've added images of one of my favorite wine references, Wine Folly, and highly recommend their website and books if you're curious about wine. Without further a do, if you don't mind a long post, I have combined some of my obsessions: Nu:Carnival and what wines I think suit each character.

Eiden:

Port, like all the way, he wants something sweet and Hella strong. Considered a fortified wine, put simply a wine that has been given additional alcohol, Port comes in many styles, but most are sweet. Eiden specifically loves the chocolate and nutty flavors that these wines have. Also this wine can be a hit or miss for people, so Eiden gets a great laugh out of seeing others' reactions to his favorite wine. Give this baby a bottle of Port and he can talk for hours on end about the crazy stories he’s collected after some wild nights with this wine.

Petite Sirah, Aster would want a wine that is very full in body (aka something that really coats the mouth, similar to blood) and powerful bold flavors, he’s an extremely experienced wine connoisseur, or “wine snob” as Morvay would say, but regardless Aster knows his wines. He loves showing off his personal cellar, explaining the areas they come from, and he especially enjoys bragging about the cost of the wines he’s collected. 

Aster:

It’s taken Morvay quite some time to get into wine. For many years he’s been firm in his statement that he doesn’t like wine like that shitty-little-vampire does. Most of the red wines Aster has made him try are far too bitter, and the white wines are sour as hell. He’s finally realized dessert styled wines exist, such as Muscat of Alexandria, and can be caught sometimes at night sipping this wine with some biscotti as a treat.

Morvay:

Yakumo at first glance comes across as someone who would not be into a “dry red wine” so it’s really interesting to think that his favorite wine would be a Malbec. There has been many occasions where he was served a much sweeter wine than he would personally like, but obviously it’s Yakumo, poor baby is too nervous to let someone know they got his order wrong. Much like Eiden’s favorite wine Port, Malbec has similar rich dark fruit flavors and a smooth chocolatey finish, these wines are a lot dryer in comparison, but not too bitter. It is a wonderful balance for the precious chef Yakumo. (This is one of my favorites too, let's go Yakumo bb)

Yakumo:

Vidal Blanc is not only a bougie sounding wine, but it goes exceptionally well with fresh fruits and desserts. This wine is an elegant off-dry style white wine that can be used to flaunt floral and fruity flavors without being too sweet or childish. As we know Edmond has his sweet tooth, so he would really enjoy the Ice wine style this grape can be used to make. Ice wines are as sweet as dessert wines can go and they take a lot of time and effort to make just a small amount. It’s a perfect pairing for our perfectionist and hardworking captain.

Edmond:

Every winemaking area has established a sparkling wine (I’m somewhat imagining what wines would correspond to the different Klein regions) Olivine is very curious to try anything new, so when traveling and discussing things with nobles he has grown very fond of a particular sparkling wine, Prosecco. He always has gravitated towards a gentle sweetness and slightly acidic flavors and this wine has a perfect balance. As per Eiden’s recommendation, Olivine has discovered this wine makes amazing cocktails such as mimosas, so every now and then Olivine enjoys making those for a relaxing brunch with the clan members. 

Olivine:

An interesting thing we've learned about Quincy during this current Rainy Season event is that his favorite foods include honey, jerky, and dried fish, very natural and raw focused foods that absolutely suit him. A unique wine that has a unique flavor profile of earthy fruits, herbs, and meat is one called Pinotage. Quincy, much like all our wood territory babes, is highly skilled in the winemaking trade. Pinotage is a wine that is very challenging to produce and Quincy has practically mastered it. So much so Quincy doesn’t really drink the wine, but prefers to keep it stored away. He’s positive that the right time will come to enjoy this wine, perhaps with a special individual, right when it’s aging duration has peaked. 

Quincy:

Umeshu or Japanese Plum wine, this is a tricky one because it technically is fermented ume fruit with the addition of distilled alcohol, aka this is a liqueur not a wine at all. Kuya is known for being a trickster though, so it’s a perfect match for him. Umeshu can be made at home, though it does take a lot of time to infuse, it makes the occasions when Kuya drinks this a real treat. The flavors of Umeshu are a mix of sweet and sour fruits like plums or apricots with a lingering alcohol burn. Kuya takes a lot of pride in homemade Umeshu and will lure others (Eiden) into drinking this delicious and sneakily strong beverage with him. (Another personal favorite of mine ♡)

Kuya:

Favorable of all things delicious and mostly edible, Garu and Karu are foodies willing to try anything at least once. They’re super new to trying alcoholic drinks and can’t really handle the smell and taste of something with a strong alcohol content. Concord is a classic beginner wine and it has a very distinguishable grape flavor, let’s think like a traditional grape juice or jelly. Depending on how it’s made, this wine can range from non-alcoholic all the way to higher percentages, Garu and Karu are big fans of having this sweet wine with snacks. Who knew that a wolf yokai would be obsessed with concord grape wine with a pb&j sandwich!

Garu & Karu:

He really enjoys the sweet and lightly sparkling version of this grape varietal, Moscato D’Asti. They have a full assortment of fruit aromas and flavors like peaches and honey, and they have a low ABV making them super easy to drink. Blade describes this wine as “Cute Juice” hence that’s his first response to describing the effervescence. He’s an even bigger fan of being able to use his e-droid abilities to analyze the many fruit flavors in this wine and he’s always excited to share the flavors whenever his darling is ready to try them. *wink wink*

Blade:

A great leader must also know great wines, and it seems super likely that Soleria would make bright red fruit focused wines with lots of herbs and spices. Sangiovese is an extremely versatile grape that can be blended and aged into numerous wine styles; it goes even better with savory and spiced foods. Dante is very intelligent when it comes to wine and is even more impressive when he guides others through a proper wine tasting. Even though Dante has a fierce way of showing it, deep down he really just wants others to appreciate wine the way he does.

Dante:

Rei really enjoys all of the genetic mutations of the Pinot Noir grape, like Pinot Gris or Pinot Blanc, coming from a scientific perspective. More often than not though, the complex red wine Pinot Noir is his favorite to consume, especially during his late night studies and experimentations. Depending on where this wine is grown the flavors can be very misconstrued, quite often it is thought to be a fruity and slightly sweet, but it takes people by surprise by being tart and dry. Rei really likes a lighter bodied red wine that has a slight bite of sassy acidity just like him. 

Rei:

Thank you for reading! I spent way too long thinking about and writing this. I'd love to know what others think and what your favorite wine is if you have one! I also just realized I never thought of wines for Rin or Huey, but I really am not super sure what I'd pick for them.

[sibylsleaves]

okay i need wine recs now 🙏

What kind of wine do you like? Do you like reds? whites? rosés? sweet or more dry?

My preference is dry, crisp rosés and reds that are more full-bodied and balanced (so medium tannins, and mediumly dry). My two absolute favorite red varietals are Malbecs and Tempranillos (popular in Spain and can be hard to find in the US unless you're in like a specialty wine shop. they seem to also be more popular/common in southern california probably because the climate is closer to the climate of spain). I think these are both excellent varietals for anyone just trying things out and testing their palate because they're usually very well-balanced so you won't get the overwhelming tannins of a cab (which are SO SO popular here in northern california) or the...frankly boringness of a pinot noir (i'm sorry pinot noir lovers....i've drunk like 3 pinot noirs in my life that I can actually say i enjoyed...they're just so flat to me...) Zinfandels are very VERY hit or miss for me and I don't really like most Merlots. The wine club I subscribe to does a lot of varietals that are harder to find on grocery story shelves like Cab Franc, Petit Sirah, Garnache/Grenache, Petit Verdot, a lot of which you'll find in red blends but rarely find a single varietal wines.

If you have Trader Joe's where you live I actually think their wine selection is not bad for a mid-tier grocery store and recommend the Kono sauvignon blanc if you want a cheap, light, refreshing white wine with tropical vibes. It's a go-to for a warm evening. They also have some pretty good rosés from what i remember but it's been a while since i bought any from them because i now live like 2 blocks from a wine shop.

when in doubt though just do what i do and pick whatever wine has the prettiest label

[vinetasticsposts]

Stags' Leap Winery Petite Sirah Napa Valley 2019 (Half Bottle 375mL)

[wine-porn]

Who Killed Kenny?

There’s something about how Napa Valley does Petite Sirah. It’s so elegant, so refined, so almost cab-like. So different from the delta or Claksburg or DCV or Mendo versions. Where they gain their aplomb from harsh, brilliant rusticity and raw power, the Napa examples run eloquent and refined. This is a prime example. Black and impenetrable with a sliver of clear rim. Musty, dirty, buttery,…

[tricxet]

"A Midgard tradition," Six explains a smile and very big teddy bear for Loki in her arms. In its arms is a box of chocolates and a bottle of Petite Sirah. She's made him a card with a snake in the shape of a heart that reads: 'Hiss me already, Valentine!'

There may also be a couple of truffles that are just hot dogs dipped in chocolate in a harmless little prank, but who is to say?

The sound out of Loki was a trilling shriek of joy at the sight of the teddy bear. Undignified, unhinged. His hands pressed to his cheeks before he beelined over to hold it, and the bottle (of course).

The pun draws another choked sound of a laugh, and he has an arm around her waist a second later. The kiss he fixed her with was deep and rewarding, and finished with a soft bite. "You're the best. Have I ever told you this? The best at everything, my queen, my darling--"

She's evolved from princess to queen at some point.

The hot dogs, of course, make him make the exact horrible face she wanted.

[jerryjamesstone]

How to make stuffed portobello mushrooms with cherry tomatoes and fresh mozzarella in a balsamic glaze. This recipe pairs beautifully with a SIP Certified Petite Sirah. 

[firesnap]

I've had that petite sirah!!!

[dobroyeutro]

Check out this listing I just added to my Poshmark closet: VINCE CAMUTO Petit Sirah Suede Amesha Open Toe Dress Booties.

[jacobscreekvietnam]

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Cụ thể, các polyphenol trong rượu vang đỏ như tannin, resveratrol, procyanidin,... có khả năng tăng cường cholesterol tốt (HDL) và giảm cholesterol xấu – yếu tố chính làm tăng nguy cơ mắc bệnh tim và đột quỵ ở người.

3. Ngăn ngừa tình trạng đột quỵ

Rượu vang đỏ chứa hợp chất resveratrol có khả năng phòng ngừa đột quỵ hiệu quả nhờ vào cơ chế ngăn chặn sự hình thành cục máu đông trong não, nguyên nhân chính gây ra đột quỵ. Nếu bạn muốn giảm nguy cơ đột quỵ, hãy chọn các loại vang đỏ giàu resveratrol được làm từ nho Malbec, Petite Sirah, St. Laurent và Pinot Noir.

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