Recipes

Chardonnay

• Bruschetta with Sauteed Greens

  This delicious recipe using winter greens on bruschetta will liven any appetizer tray. 

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc

• Tuscan White Bean Soup

  Pancetta and cannellini beans, long cooked and delicious.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• Zucchini Rice Gratin

  A great way to use up zucchini and tomatoes.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Friends White

• Turkey Sausage & Vegetable Soup

  From a long-ago newspaper clipping comes this delicious sausage soup-with lots of veggies and orzo pasta. 

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Friends White Sangiovese

• Soupe Au Pistou

  A delicious bean soup enhanced by the 'pistou' or pesto in Italian. 

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc

• Chicken Scallopini `a la Phyllis

  Fast food--at home?  Sure you can do it—I love to find recipes that don’t take forever to fix—a meal in 30 minutes is my favorite type during the week.  And a glass of wine is the perfect match.  Here is one of my mom’s recipes—delicious with our Chardonnay.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• Grilled Chicken with Dijon Marinade

  This is a simple and delicious family favorite.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• One-Pan Sage-and-Onion Chicken and Sausage

  One pan, easy peasy and tasty too-start the night before for the most flavor.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Pinot Noir

• Sesame Noodles with Shredded Chicken

  Tip: if you have chicken breast already cooked you just saved 15 minutes! The whole family will love this.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• Risotto with Snap Peas and Prawns

  This is Ed's recipe and I love how the freshness of the snap peas combines with the prawns and lightly seasoned risotto.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• Farro Salad

  Move over rice pilaf--here is a flavorful side dish that you could make entirely vegetarian by using vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sangiovese Sonoma Classico

• Zucchini Vichyssoise

  From my favorite online recipe source www.epicurious.com

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Friends White

• Zucchini Tots

  A yummy way to get your vegetables.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Friends White

• Chicken with Leeks and Potatoes

  An easy dish to put together-springtime leeks are delicious in this one pan meal.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Friends White

• Three Cheese Crackers

  A great cracker recipe that is wine friendly. A recipe adapted from Smitten Kitchen

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Friends White Dry Rosé of Zinfandel Pinot Noir Friends Red Sangiovese Cabernet Sauvignon Zinfandel Petite Sirah

• Spice Roasted Chickpeas

  A great recipe with many options for flavoring this snack. From the blog "On the Table Today".

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Friends White Dry Rosé of Zinfandel Friends Red Sangiovese Sonoma Classico Zinfandel

• Spaghettini with Yellow Tomatoes, Green Olives, Chevre and Capers

  A great recipe for using up summer's tomatoes--use red ones or a mixture of heirloom if you like. By Michele Anna Jordan pantry.blogs.pressdemocrat.com

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Friends White

• Escarole & Comté Salad with Walnuts

  This comes from Janet Fletcher's e-newsletter, a great cheese resource!

  The recipe is adapted from The Cheese Course by Janet Fletcher (Chronicle Books). Janet writes the weekly e-mail newsletter Planet Cheese (www.janetfletcher.com).

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Dry Rosé of Zinfandel

• Pasta with Lemon Cream and Prosciutto

  A delicious recipe from Bon Appetit. This pasta recipe below is a perfect example of a dish for any season. Its’ fresh flavors and great ingredients are always available and can be made any time of the year.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Friends White Pinot Noir

• Pecorino and Warm Olives

  Just about any sheep’s milk cheese would be a compatible partner for these seasoned olives. Try pecorino toscano, France’s Abbaye de Belloc, Carr Valley Marisa from Wisconsin or a Spanish Manchego. Aged goat cheeses, such as Dutch goat Gouda or Spanish Garrotxa, would work, too. The olives improve if made a day ahead. Let stand at room temperature, covered, and rewarm gently before serving with cocktails or the evening’s first glass of wine. Adapted from The Cheese Course.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Dry Rosé of Zinfandel Sonoma Classico

• Chicken and Rice Pilaf

  A delicious anytime of the year chicken recipe from the San Francisco Chronicle food page.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Friends White

• Moroccan Lemon Shish Kebabs

  A great recipe from one of my favorite recipe sites: www.foodista.com

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc

• Baked Ricotta Stuffed Zucchini

  A great recipe found on Janet Fletcher's enewsletter Planet Cheese. The recipe is from My Calabria by Rosetta Costantino with Janet Fletcher (W.W.Norton).

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Friends White

• Zucchini Noodles with Pistachio-Parsley Pesto

  Another favorite from the recipe website known as The Kitchn. Enjoy zucchini in a different form-as pasta!

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Friends Red

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  Braised Fennel & Celery

  Two great vegetables in a delicious side dish. By Michele Anna Jordan pantry.blogs.pressdemocrat.com

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc

• Halibut with Spicy Lemon-Thyme Vinaigrette

  A delicious combination, this recipe hails from Simple Life, an online magazine.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc

• Butternut Squash, Green Olive, Kale and White Bean Stew

  A vegetarian stew with some great components, from a favorite source: epicurious.com

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• Spring Herb Salad

  Michele Anna Jordan, Sonoma County chef, cookbook author and resident, focused on parsley for spring recipes in The Press Democrat. More here:

  http://pantry.blogs.pressdemocrat.com/

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc

• Spaghetti Squash with Persillade & Lemon

  Michele Anna Jordan, Sonoma County chef, cookbook author and resident, wrote about parsley in The Press Democrat for springtime dish ideas. This is one of three.

  You may read about her other recipes and projects here: http://pantry.blogs.pressdemocrat.com/

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc

• Seafood Saffron Risotto a la Mahoney

  Sharing recipes is a favorite activity of ours. From our friend Marcela Lemma Mahoney comes this family favorite. She notes: I have no specific measurements on certain items but I hopefully came close. Good rule of thumb, add more cheese as you seem fit. Can't go wrong with more cheese. The Lemma family in Oregon have distributed our wines for nearly 40 years-and the next generations of both families continue to work together. She also paired this dish with our Signature Selection Chardonnay!

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• Warm Chicken Salad

  From the Tasting Table website comes a great chicken dish created and adapted by Jody Williams of Buvette in New York.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Friends White

• Bay Shrimp Salad (or Sandwich)

  This is an easy and delicious recipe for spring and summer meals. From Michele Anna Jordan who is author of the new “Good Cook’s” series. Email her at michele@micheleannajordan. com and visit her blog at pantry.blogs.pressdemocrat.com.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc

• Grilled Salmon Kebabs with Orange & Herb Marinade

  Yummy combination and perfect for a wine pairing. Fresh chunks of salmon marinated in thyme, lime, lemon and orange juice and then grilled on wooden skewers. These are great summer eats with a glass of crisp Sauvignon Blanc. Thanks to http://foodnessgracious.com/ 

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• Lemon Pesto Chicken Salad

  Zingy picnic salad makes fast, healthy picnic lunch

  By MELISSA D’ARABIAN

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Friends White

• Super Easy & Delicious Zucchini Butter

  Looking for an unusual way to serve zucchini as an appetizer? This recipe from @kitchn by Jennie Cook will deliver.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Friends White

• Zucchini Fritters

  This recipe is by Claudia Roden from her cookbook "Arabesque" and gives some  flavor to a somewhat bland summertime vegetable

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Friends Red

• Pan-Roasted Cauliflower With Garlic, Parsley and Rosemary

  A great combination of flavors. Perfect cold weather fare.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc

• Pan Roasted Salmon with Caramelized Endive

  Salmon and endive make a great combination in this recipe. Touches of herbs and lemon flavor the salmon, caramelizing the endive give a bittersweet flavor complementing the fish.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Pinot Noir

• Quick Tuscan Bean Soup

  From Cook’s Illustrated

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sonoma Classico

• Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Smoked Chicken and Chives

  So simple, and so delicious.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• Wild Mushroom Soup w/Parmesan Croutons

  A wonderful soup to pair with wine-the rich flavor and creamy texture is perfect.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Pinot Noir Merlot Friends Red Sonoma Classico

• Scallop and Bacon Chowder

  Another great recipe from Michele Anna Jordan who can be found here

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• Wild Mushroom Soup

  I subscribed years ago to Julee Rosso's newsletter (of Silver Palate cookbook fame) and I came across this soup which I have been making for over 20 years. A delicious blend of button and wild mushrooms!

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• Grilled Shrimp Tostadas with Tomato-Corn Salsa, Guacamole, and Lime

  A perfect summer or fall recipe but delicious anytime of the year. A great way to use up tomatoes and corn from the garden.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Friends White Friends Red

• Avocado Toasts with Arugula Pesto and Crisp Cucumber

  This is an easy Saturday lunch or brunch sandwich. Here's a hint: you can easily turn these into crostini by toasting a baguette thinly sliced and downsizing the portions-a pleasing party platter!

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc

• Breadsticks

  Brenda Simoneau shared this great recipe on her blog which contains photos of each step in the process.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Friends White

• Herby Barley Salad with Butter Braised Mushroom

  Earthy, buttery and lots of fresh herbs make this side dish truly appealing.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Pinot Noir Sonoma Classico

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  Moroccan Chicken with Roasted Lemons and Green Olives

  Flavorful and easy-two things go together for a delicious dish! Roasted lemons and green olives pair well together.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc

• Shaved Asparagus Salad with Ricotta

  Asparagus shaved in this salad is a unique way to serve it and along with artisan ricotta this is spring in a bowl! From Chef Julie Logue-Riordan via Janet Fletcher's Planet Cheese enewsletter.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc

• Charcuterie Board with Sweet-Sharp Mustard Sauce

  A versatile appetizer board with a sauce you can change according to your preferences. From Elizabeth Karmel.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Zinfandel

• Cold Poached Salmon with Cilantro Pesto

  From Discover California Wines a website by California Wine Institute, where recipes are paired with many different wine varietals. Find more recipes here.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Pinot Noir

• Baked Striped Bass with Peperonata, Olives & Saffron Aioli

  A full flavored dish that pairs perfectly with our Chardonnay.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• Grilled Three-Cheese Sandwiches with Mustard Aioli

  These delicious sandwiches are easy to make and layered with flavor-perfect for a lunch or light dinner.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• Focaccia Bread Pudding with Mushrooms & Goat Cheese

  A great side dish for winter and fall menus this combines the texture of focaccia with earthy mushrooms and goat cheese for tang.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Pinot Noir

• Bread & Mushroom Soup

  This is a great take on mushroom soup with the added addition of bread to thicken the texture. From one of our favorite Sonoma County chefs Michele Anna Jordan.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Pinot Noir

• Roasted Carrots with Warm Bacon Maple Vinaigrette

  Here you have the best blend of flavors and textures and it’s easy to make it vegetarian. There are many layers of flavor from the literal bouquet of herbs including spearmint, tarragon and rosemary. These herby flavors and touch of lemon pair nicely with our Sauvignon Blanc.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

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  Bacon-Shrimp Kebabs

  Julie's notes: Once I saw this used bacon and shrimp together in a kebab I was intrigued-how delicious is this combination? From the marinade for the shrimp (orange-chardonnay-cumin) along with the Comeback sauce (you will be coming back for more!) this is a so simple and tasty. I paired it with a fennel-beet salad with Point Reyes Blue Cheese crumbles.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc

• Tomato & Corn Chowder with Salmon, Ginger, & Lemongrass

  Summertime soup? Yes! This brings together a few choice ingredients with layers of flavor and a light touch for warm nights. 

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc

• Chilled Zucchini Soup with Julienne Zucchini and Turmeric Creme Fraiche

  Perfect for the waning summer days and the fall (or anytime you have extra zucchini) this recipe has wonderful flavors and texture. 

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• Cauliflower Custard

  With some rich flavors of ginger and turmeric blended with cream this recipe from Chef Michele Anna Jordan makes it a perfect pairing with our Chardonnay.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• Baked Goat Cheese with Warm Red Cabbage

  This Baked Goat Cheese with Warm Red Cabbage is a winter-time take in this version usually seen on top of fresh greens. I included it with permission from Janet Fletcher of my favorite cheese newsletter Planet Cheese.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

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  Juicy Pork Chops with Dijon-Lemon Pan Sauce

  An easy midweek dinner with piquant flavors perking up the pork chops.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• Garlic Prawns with Warm Cucumber and Ginger Salad

  Spring brings lighter fare and this recipe is perfect-a touch of spice to lift the flavors and cool cucumbers over greens. From Discover California Wines.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Friends White

• Goat Cheese & Fried Shallot Dip

  Have an overabundance of veggies? Here is a flavorful dip from Janet Fletcher of Planet Cheese.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• Fettucine with Wild Mushrooms and Cream Sauce

  Local chef Michele Anna Jordan combines the ingredients for a tasty and quick pasta dish with deep flavor and a rich creamy sauce.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• Caeser Salad with Rock Shrimp

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Dry Rosé of Zinfandel

• Sea Bass with Sweet Potatoes, Spinach and Salsa Rustica

  A sheet pan recipe that is a great midweek dinner-quick, easy and the clean up is a snap.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Friends White Pinot Noir

• Apple and Fennel Roasted Pork Tenderloin

  Roasted apples and fennel are a great sweet and savory combination with the pork.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Pinot Noir

• Poached Salmon with Creamy Piccata Sauce

  Very rich tasting even if low fat, a great complement to the salmon.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• Sea Bass with Sweet Potatoes, Spinach and Salsa Rustica (1)

  Roasting the sweet potatoes in a sheet pan carmelizes the flavors, the delicate Sea Bass is added later and is topped by a delicious salsa rustica.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc

• Broccoli Pesto with Penne

  From Discover CA Wines this is a great recipe for spring and with the light flavors matches well with white wines.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc

• Truffled Grilled-Cheese Mini Bites

  This "Happy Hour Panini" is perfect because it is easy and most of all delicious with wine!

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• Summer Garden Flatbread

  This is a flatbread you can make designs on-use your imagination and the flatbread as your canvas. From Discover California Wines.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• Pan-Seared Salmon with Corn and Poblano Salad

  This is a tasty combination and perfect summertime dinner.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• Shrimp Scampi with Orzo

  A one-pan dinner perfect for the weeknight-just add vino!

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• Spicy Shrimp with Californian Grits

  Californian Grits? Couscous and corn are the base for this tasty reimagined dish.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay

• California Gold Rush Wine Cocktail

  A tasty combination with hints of lemon and thyme.

  Wine Pairing: Chardonnay