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    Posted on March 16th, 2010

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    gail simmonsMy first guest is Gail Simmons, known to millions by her role as a regular judge and critic on Bravo’s Emmy-nominated, hit contest reality series Top Chef.  Gail joined Food & Wine in 2004 and handles special projects for the magazine, acting as liaison between the marketing and editorial teams on magazine events and chef-related initiatives.  In that role, she is responsible for the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen; June 18-20 – The topic of todays show!

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    The Food & Wine Classic at Aspen is the nations premier wine and food event with emphasis on education through the many seminars and guided tastings.  Join me at this year’s event for some first class food, wine & fun. I’ll be broadcasting from Aspen, my 20th year of live coverage!
    Tickets sell-out fast…Learn more and reserve today

    In the second half I’ll be talking to rock star winemaker Jeff Runquist about his Sierra Foothills winery and award winning wines.  I had the pleasure of judging some of Jeff’s stellar wines at the Jerry Mead New World International Wine Competition (www.NWIWC.com) two weeks ago. 

    NWIWC – NEW WORLD GRAND CHAMPION – BEST NEW WORLD RED WINE
    rbarbera_bigJeff Runquist Wines 2008 Barbera Amador County California

    The 2008 Barbera has a medium purple color that is not as dark as in past years. Mature carmine hues belie the wine’s acidity. The aromas are of fully ripened red and black fruits; featuring, currants, plums, and boysenberries. The bouquet shows vanilla, hazelnut, and toast. On the palate this wine has juicy red fruit flavors along with a smoky/sweet oak component. In keeping with our ‘cellar style’ the tannins are round and supple. The finish is long and harmonious with lingering notes of toasted French oak. I especially enjoy Barbera with Mediterranean Cuisine that includes Feta cheese, capers, anchovies, or olives.

    Varietal Composition: 100% Barbera
    Oak Regime: 51% American Oak, 49% French Oak
    700 Cases Produced

    Get some today, it won’t last long;  www.jeffrunquistwines.com
    Check out the Platinum 2008 Zinfandel Massoni Ranch Amador County too 🙂

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