Poulet Basquaise Wine Match Needed...

I'm having the above mentioned dish this weekend at a friend's house and I'm bringing a bottle with me.

I figure a Cahors will do...any suggestions of something in particular? Anyone else have other suggestions? Looking for a red, BTW.

Thanks!

[Jenise]

David, two things:

1) Basque Chicken is a well known Spanish-style dish full of peppers, tomatoes, chorizo and possibly olives. My reflex for those ingredients lean toward sangiovese, tempranillo and grenache based wines.

2) Forget the food. Tell us about that adorable baby in your avatar!

Ah...as I'm not a big grenache fan these days, I'll definitely go with a nice Spanish treat then. Thanks!

Thanks for the compliment on my 18 month old son Jacob...he's a killer.

He LOVES to transport bottles around the house for me and play im my cellar in the kitchen. Over Easter, he snatched a glass of Asti off a side table and took a nice sip. He seemed to have liked it too.

Awwwwwww! What a cutie!

I'm having the above mentioned dish this weekend at a friend's house and I'm bringing a bottle with me.

I figure a Cahors will do...any suggestions of something in particular? Anyone else have other suggestions? Looking for a red, BTW.

Thanks!

David, I would go along with a Spanish wine made from tempranillo, or a good monastrell. I would like to point out that syrah/grenache wines from Provence, and many from the Languedoc as well. One in particular is one called Ch. Lancyre from Pic St. Loup. their Grand Cuvee is a killer for around $25.

I think a Rose would be the best match. You can find Rosato from Rioja and other regions of Spain. Or just pick you favorite Provencal Rose.

[Robin Garr]

You've had lots of good advice, David, and I join the chorus of admiring "ooooh!" over the baby.

Underscoring the Tempranillo (or even Tempranillo Rosado) recommendation, it's worth noting that Rioja is perhaps the most well-known wine region in proximity to Basque country. Or for something a little more offbeat, an Irouleguy pink or red (Cab/Tannat blend) from the French side of Basque country.

[Jenise]

Thanks for the compliment on my 18 month old son Jacob...he's a killer.

He LOVES to transport bottles around the house for me and play im my cellar in the kitchen. Over Easter, he snatched a glass of Asti off a side table and took a nice sip. He seemed to have liked it too.

What an adorable boy. He has irresistable cheeks, among other good features. I'll babysit....

Thanks everyone for the suggestions and for the kind words...he's the greatest thing on the planet!

I actually ended up bringing a Gotim Bru Castel dei Remi 2004. It's a tempranillo/cab sauvignon/merlot blend that I drink regularly. I had the urge for something with a little more body and it really worked well with the chicken...the hosts were pleased!

BTW, I made my frequently requested Tiramisu for dessert and brought a Pellegrino Passito de Pantelleria to go along with it. Awesome.

Maybe I'll post the rec...