Last year, as a family, we implemented Mediterranean January, meaning we all decided to cook exclusively Mediterranean-inspired meals for one month. This pushed us to explore ingredients, browse more cookbooks and blogs, and try new recipes. We also shared a family spreadsheet (now you know our secret love of spreadsheets!) where we mapped out meals and drew inspiration from each other’s plans, finding togetherness even as the pandemic kept us apart. This year, we’re not doing anything formal, but we are still shopping with a full week’s plan in mind.
And what pairs better with meal planning than a bottle of wine? Especially a bottle as delicious as Imagery Estate Winery Sauvignon Blanc ($10), a steal for such a deliciously crisp wine! You’d never guess that 7% dry Muscat is blended into this wine to add refinement and softness to the finish. Pro tip: the acidity makes it a great pair with any homemade Tikka Masala!
2nd generation winemaker Jamie Benziger took over the reins at her family’s Imagery Estate Winery in Glen Ellen, Sonoma in 2017, and she’s been on a roll ever since. Not only was she named the 2019 Best Woman Winemaker in the International Women’s Wine Competition, she was also included on Wine Enthusiast’s list of 40 Under 40 Tastemakers. Her new collection presents traditional varietals with a twist, paired with a striking visual design evocative of the winery’s dedication to art. A drip of paint… leaves us inspired to test a future pairing idea AND to visit the winery’s art gallery!
Witty Pairs 