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Wine for the Weekend – Jean-Francois Merieau Sauvignon Blanc 2009

July 9th, 2010

It has been a very hot week around these parts and we Mainers are not accustomed to such heat for such a long time.  Mealtimes around here have consisted of watermelon, blueberries, cherries and toast.  One night I got a little crazy and made some scrambled eggs.  Other than popsicles, it is simply too hot to eat.

This wine was suggested by Joe Appel, the new wine writer at the Press Herald.  Jean-Francois Merieau Arpents des Vaudons, Touraine Sauvignon Blanc 2009 ($13/btl.) is a light, simple white, perfect with or without food.  It was quite delish and very heatwave-friendly.  A cool glass of this sauvignon blanc offered a nice reprieve from the heat.

A few housekeeping notes as we head into the weekend.  If you have been missing Barr’s posts, fret not.  She is traveling internationally for work and has only intermittent internet access.  I am shooting to still get three posts out a week, but if I am remiss, please forgive me.  We’ll be back to full strength and more posts in no time.

I am working on a vegetarian version of Slow Cooker Boston Baked Beans for Meatless Monday, many thanks to flavorista Margaret for the timely idea.

May you all enjoy wonderful weekends.  Cheers!

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