Enjoy the tastes of Sonoma County with this delicious food and wine pairing. Sonoma County Pinot Noirs rich and fruity notes go well with the smooth goat cheese, sweet strawberries, and sour balsamic reduction. This fancy appetizer will wow your guests and make any wine tasting more enjoyable.
Ingredients:
- 1 bottle Sonoma County Pinot Noir
- 8 oz
- Sonoma County goat cheese
- 1 baguette, sliced
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Warm the oven up to 175F 350C
Put the baguette slices on a baking sheet
Add some olive oil and salt and pepper to taste
For 10 to 12 minutes, or until just barely toasted
Balsamic vinegar and honey should be mixed together in a small saucepan
Lower the heat to medium and bring to a simmer
Cook for about 5 to 7 minutes, or until the liquid is half lost
Take it off the heat and let it cool down
On the toasted baguette slices, spread goat cheese
Place strawberry slices on top of each crostini and drizzle with the balsamic reduction
Add chopped basil as a garnish
Pair with a glass of Sonoma County Pinot Noir
Have fun
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