Vino = Life

This is a simple equation, Vino = Life!  You take grapes, under the right conditions & levels of ripeness; simple grapes can turn into a story, a passion, a reason.  You see, usually you have a glass of wine with someone else, or in a group of people you like.  It encourages happiness and socializing and enjoyment.  If tasted with the right food and flavors, years later, you will remember exactly where you had it and who you were with.  For instance, I remember exactly when we first drank with new friends a bottle of Sheri's new favorite wine 3 years ago on a vineyard over looking the dry creek valley in Sonoma County, California.  The air was crisp, grape leaves were changing colors, our new friends who we met 2 hours prior were on their way to the airport for a red eye flight and yet, time stood still.  It was incredible!    Cheers to the Lee's for sharing that experience with us!

Cheers!

 
Point Reyes crusted Strip Steaks with Rosemary Potatoes

6 Strip steaks
1 pound Point Reyes Blue cheese
Salt & pepper
1 stick butter
3 lbs Yukon gold potatoes,diced
fresh rosemary, chopped
grape tomatoes,sliced
red onion, diced

Method:

1.season steaks with salt & pepper.  Grill just short of desired temperature.  Top with Blue Cheese and finish in oven.
2. in large saute, cook potatoes with butter, salt, pepper & red onion. 
3.when tenderness has been reached, add tomatoes and rosemary.