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Converted from paper version of the Broad Ripple Gazette (v03n05)
The Wine Scene - by Jill A. Ditmire
posted: Mar. 10, 2006

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GUINNESS & HARP'S BETTER THAN A BISCUIT
"They Say It's Your Boofday"

The Wine Scene - by Jill A. Ditmire
image courtesy of Jill A. Ditmire

HARP: Hey Guinness - its time for March Madness
GUINNESS: I'm ready for some Hoop-la Harp! I think I'll invite a few pals over to watch the games on TV.
H: And I'll invite some of my gals to join me for a boof-day celebration.
G: March 17 is our day in many ways. I'd better order some extra cheese for the party. Hank and Jake and Coadey love snacks.
H: And I'll fire up that new CD our crazy mama has been playing. Gracie and Molly and Stella will dig that.
G: Dig? You want to go dig some of the new spring smells in the yard?
H: No I want to dig the spunky, Beatles inspired tunes on Tim Brickley's new CD.
G: Is "They say it's your Boofday" on it?
H- Nope. Guess we'll have to wait till he makes the "Black and Tan and WHITE ALBUM".
G- Oh well. Wisdom says we can still let it be part of our birthday wish list.
"Everything That Ever Was"
Tim Brickley and the Bleeding Hearts; www.timbrickley.com
Point Reyes Farmstead "Original Blue"- made from Grade A raw (unpasteurized) milk from a herd of 300 Holstein cows. Creamy, lush, rich blue cheese with just a hint of grassy sweetness.
www.PointReyesCheese.com
Donate/Adopt/Help Homeless pets from Hurricane Katrina
www.pasadosafehaven.org

SUNFLOWER SELECTION
Folie a Deaux Menage a Trois- $7.99
Think 3 for your Final Four fare this month. These tasty versatile wines are made for easy drinking and will appeal to a wide range of wine fans.
Like red? Then try the 2004 Menage a Trois Red table wine.
A zesty blend of Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Great with burgers, chili, lasagna, pizza or nachos.
Like white? Choose the 2005 Menage a Trois White table wine. Perfect for fish on Friday. A blend of Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Moscato. Light, refreshing, fruity. Great with halibut, sea bass, grilled salmon or sushi.
Like rose? Haven't tried? Then here is your chance with the 2004 Menage a Trois Rose. Lovely fresh blend of Merlot, Syrah and Gewurztraminer. Softly fruity, spicy, semi dry, clean, crisp. Not as sweet as White Zinfandel and not as dry as true rose. A good sipper to serve with chicken wings and either tangy sweet or fiery hot sauce.

The Broad of Ripple Recommends
Dow's 2000 Late Bottled Vintage Port - $20 - Fruity, rich, fresh dry flavors of cherries, raspberries and figs. Ready to drink now and can be enjoyed for up to a month when opened. The subtle sweetness makes for a tasty pairing with the savory richness of Point Reyes Blue Cheese. Serve together as "dessert" or sophisticated snack.


Jill A. Ditmire is an Omnimedia wine specialist, AWS certified wine judge, freelance broadcast journalist and 20+ year home owner in the Warfleigh neighborhood of Broad Ripple. Send your questions and comments to Jill at jill@broadripplegazette.com
Also on INSTAGRAM @jaditmire



jill@broadripplegazette.com
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