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Recipes

Fresh flavors and ideas!

Below you’ll find recipes from chefs and friends that pair perfectly with select J. Lohr wines. Whether you’re looking for quick and easy appetizers and desserts, or entrees for an elegant dinner party, have fun exploring new ingredients and techniques – including a few vegetarian/vegan options.

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Merlot Cranberry Compote
Merlot Cranberry Compote

Featured Recipe

Merlot Cranberry Compote with Baked Brie

The holiday season is the perfect time for friends and family to gather to spend time together over delicious food, great company, and a glass of wine!

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Puff Pastry Tarts with Ricotta and Figs

Savor autumn's bounty with our Puff Pastry Tarts featuring creamy ricotta, luscious figs, and toasted walnuts. Drizzled with honey and sprinkled with thyme, they're the perfect match for a bottle of J. Lohr Estates Los…

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Central California Short Ribs featuring J. Lohr Estates Los Osos Merlot

Here’s a super easy, classic take on savory short ribs for your crockpot or slow cooker. Just be sure to have plenty of J. Lohr Estates Los Osos Merlot on-hand.

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Artisan Grilled Pork Short Ribs

These delicious Artisan Grilled Pork Short Ribs are fantastic when paired with a J. Lohr Merlot. The medium tannins of the wine enhance the flavors of the ribs.

Beef teppanyaki

Beef Teppanyaki with Local Honey Ponzu Sauce

A match made in heaven. Easy-to-make, savory Beef Teppanyaki paired to the ripe berry fruit tones of J. Lohr Estates Los Osos Merlot. Just be sure to allow enough time for marinating!

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Roasted Duck Breast

This Roasted Duck Breast with Fingerling Potatoes in J. Lohr Estates Los Osos Merlot and Blueberry Sauce recipe was created with the J. Lohr Estates Los Osos Merlot in mind! 

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Baked Brie & Roasted Grapes

The J. Lohr Estates Los Osos Merlot begins with a floral aroma and notes of tart black cherry. The first sip introduces dark chocolate and spices, finishing with rich, deep fruits. 

Wild Mushroom Risotto Recipe

Wild Mushroom Risotto

The key to this Wild Mushroom Risotto is to use a mix of wild mushrooms to enhance the flavor. This recipe uses a mix of portobello, shiitake, chanterelle and porcini mushrooms. 

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Boursin & Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

These stuffed mushrooms are easy, elegant, Merlot-friendly finger foods to elevate your next gathering.

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