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Our Mission: To uncover and bring you wine gems from around the world, which you’re Editor’s Journal not likely to discover on your own, and which enhance your wine enjoyment. Your Grapevine Team: The Great Cork Debate Intrepid Wine Enthusiast, Chief Taster and Winehound: By Robert Johnson Martin Stewart t is a very long word — way too long for Scrabble: Chief Operating Officer (aka “The Buck Stops Here”): I trichloroanisole. I was not all that good in chemistry Lawrence D. Dutra class, so I won’t even try to pronounce it. Editor: Robert Johnson Let’s just agree to were simply trying Wine Steward: call it TCA, okay? to impress their Katie Montgomery TCA is the fellow diners The Grapevine is published by Vinesse, chemical primarily with their wine 822 Hampshire Road, Suite E, Westlake responsible for “knowledge.” Village, CA 91361; 1-800-823-5527. Copyright by Vinesse, LLC. Printed in USA. cork taint in wines. Today, more No responsibility is assumed for loss or When we perceive screw caps are damage to unsolicited materials. mustiness or a being used than moldy aroma in a ever before, Be good to the planet wine, it’s said to largely because be “corked,” and more wines are recycle the culprit is the being made for presence of TCA in the cork used to immediate enjoyment than ever before. seal the bottle. With such wines, it makes better Charter Member During the 1980s, cork taint became business sense to seal the bottles with Benefits: such a problem — some estimated a nearly infallible closure. The Grapevine Newsletter that one bottle in 20 could be But for wines that are intended to be infected — that winery owners and cellared for several years, most vintners Premium wine selections at winemakers began experimenting with still prefer corks because, unlike screw members-only prices Stelvin closures, generically referred caps, cork allows a minute amount of Wine tasting as a participant to as screw caps. When a bottle was oxygen inside the bottle. Too much on VINESSE’s Gold Medal opened, the traditional “pop” sound oxygen would cause the wine to age Award Panel was replaced with a “crackle.” more quickly than intended; a little bit Complimentary subscription One of the reasons cited for the of oxygen promotes slow aging, giving to VINESSE’s Cyber Circle move to screw caps was the simple the wine time to evolve and reach its Community assertion that no other industry full potential. Random giveaways of wine would accept a 5% failure rate with Now, the closure is selected based and accessories its products or services. Beyond that, upon what the winemaker hopes to Wine Finders Reward — wine consumers were becoming more achieve with wine. identify a future wine selection sophisticated, and with sophistication What does the future hold? If I had to and earn a reward can come a more persnickety attitude. guess, we’ll be seeing still more Stelvin Perfectly matched recipes for Restaurateurs would tell stories of closures and fewer corks. A new featured wine selections diners refusing bottles — perfectly generation of wine drinkers doesn’t Complimentary wine tasting good bottles — because the wine care about the tradition of the cork; inside was corked. In reality, they they just want great-tasting wines. Visit vinesse.com • The Grapevine • 3

Drought Causes Some to Consider Dry Farming ry farming has been a choice for D California grape growers through most of California’s wine history But given the ongoing drought in the state, and its severity, it’s becoming more of a necessity. Dry farming basically means that a grower depends only on the rain that Mother Nature provides as a source of water for the grapevines. It’s a perfectly logical approach to farming in areas that typically receive a good deal of rain, such as Washington state, but it can create challenges style, ultra-sweet, almost Port-like wines — which are in drier states such as California — and those challenges much harder to sell than dry but fruit-forward table wines. intensify when drought conditions exist for an extended Stuart Smith, one-half of the brother winemaking team period of time. at Napa Valley’s Smith-Madrone winery for four-and-a-half Why is dry farming used at all? Many growers and decades, had perhaps the best description of the current winemakers believe (and scientific evidence bears it harvest season. out) that a lack of water stresses the vines, and stressed Smith told Eric Asimov of the New York Times: “It’s been vines produce berries that are smaller and, thus, more a normally bizarre year.” concentrated in aromas and flavors. Because wines with In other words, if it isn’t an extended drought, it’s too ultra-ripe flavors have been the preferred style in recent much rain from El Niño. Rare is the absolutely perfect years, all of this has been seen as a positive. growing season, and grape growers and winemakers have But there comes a point when a lack of water leads not to adapt all the time. just to smaller, more concentrated berries, but to raisins. For some, during an extended drought, that means And that limits the winemaking possibilities to late harvest- considering the possibility of dry farming.

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Koehler Winery: A Place to Get Away From It All

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It’s not for everyone. Is it for you? Vinesse created the Élevant Society to meet members’ demands for super-premium wines. While virtually all members of the original American Cellars Wine Club aron Spelling was one of the most prolific producers of were very satisfied with their Aprograms in television history. monthly selections, some His long resumé of programs in superb fruit had been well documented wanted more, and they which he had a hand includes “The as among the best in the Santa Ynez were willing to pay for it. Mod Squad,” “The Rookies,” “Charlie’s Valley. Angels,” “Beverly Hills 90210,” “The Once the Koehlers recognized that Love Boat,” “7th Heaven,” “Charmed,” some of the best wines in the valley “Jane’s House” and “Sunset Beach.” were being produced with grapes Each Élevant Society Like many people involved in the harvested from their vineyards, they shipment includes: hustle and bustle of Hollywood, resolved to launch their own winery • 2 or 4 bottles — your choice — Spelling needed a place to get away and tasting room. Drawing on their from it all. For some, the small own entrepreneurial experience, of super-premium wines, mostly communities of Ventura County, just the Koehlers’ mission was to create big and bold red varieties or north of California’s San Fernando a world-class winery committed to blends Valley, were far enough away. Others making premium wines at affordable • Detailed Tasting Notes for each trekked still farther north to Santa prices. And today, Koehler Winery is featured wine Barbara. And a handful — including celebrated as one of the most popular Michael Jackson and James Garner — headed even farther north to the Santa Ynez Valley. That, too, was where Frequency: Spelling headed to relax. Today, Koehler Winery sits on a Approximately Monthly spectacularly beautiful 100-acre estate, surrounded by rolling hills and a small Price: riparian stream that gently nestles its $85.99 average per way throughout the property. And shipment including shipping the estate’s storied history includes ownership by Aaron Spelling. It was during this period, more than To learn more about 40 years ago, that the vineyard on the property was expanded to its current this Club, call 800-823-5527 67 acres. And by the time the property or visit www.Vinesse.com was acquired by the Koehler family in 1997, the estate’s bountiful vines and Visit vinesse.com • The Grapevine • 5

200-year-old oak trees. Here guests may enjoy a more private picnic experience while delighting in the tranquil scenery. & Adjacent to the tasting room, guests can relax and picnic at the harvest tables, shaded under a canopy of 130-year-old the fastest-growing olive trees. Just a short club in vinesse walk leads to the deck, history! which is surrounded by a year-round display A club for people who enjoy and beautiful stops on the Foxen of blooming wild flowers. The deck is a touch of sweetness in perfect for sipping wines while relaxing Canyon Wine Trail. their wines. Winemaker Colin Murphy and on the lounge furniture. Vineyard Manager Felipe Hernandez The winery offers a “Signature Wines that are lighter in style, — one of the most skilled and Flight” of six wines for a $10 fee, and a sometimes sparkle, knowledgeable vineyard managers “Premium Flight” of six other wines for occasionally blush, and are in Central California — collaborate $15. Each flight includes a Koehler logo simply fun to drink. regularly to ensure the quality of glass for the guest to take home. the fruit improves from year to year. For those who want to immerse Wines selected from top The vines are diligently tended, from themselves in a true vineyard and regions around the world. pruning through harvest, to ensure winery experience, the Koehler Estate they thrive in harmony with the Vineyard House can be rented. The Each shipment natural conditions of the vineyard. 4,000 square feet of rustic elegance is Since the Koehlers acquired the complemented by stunning panoramic includes: property, they have grafted six vineyard views, and the house sits on a • 2 bottles of delicious additional varietals to the original one-third-acre manicured lawn. four, and plantings on the estate High-speed wireless internet, HDTV light-and-sweet wines now include Cabernet Sauvignon, and digital cable, Viking appliances, • Detailed Tasting Notes for each Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and beautiful original artwork are featured wine Grenache Blanc, Riesling, Syrah, some of the amenities that make this a Sangiovese, Grenache, Mourvedre and hidden gem in Santa Barbara County’s Viognier. wine country. Wine Color Mix: Winery guests sample a selection of The Vineyard House is just minutes Mostly White; Occasionally estate-grown wines, and are invited away from top-notch dining, shopping, to enjoy their tasting in one of the and wine tasting at other estates. It’s Blush/Pink or Sparkling outdoor settings located around the the perfect place to take time away Frequency: tasting room, each offering impressive from one’s busy work life. views of the estate and vineyard Approximately grounds. Every Other Month Just steps from the tasting room are Winery 4-1-1 a gathering of rustic picnic benches, Price: shaded by an awning of 30-foot-tall Koehler Winery Only $15–$17 average per bottle pepper trees. This meeting spot sits on 5360 Foxen Canyon Rd. plus shipping a large, sprawling lawn, with views of the vineyard and a pasture where the Los Olivos, CA 93441 Koehlers’ furry family members love to 805-693-8384 To learn more about hang out. Open Daily, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The Oak Terrace is a breathtaking this Club, call 800-823-5527 setting, with magnificent views of or visit www.Vinesse.com the vineyard surrounded by majestic 6 • The Grapevine • Visit vinesse.com

Oporto: Planning a Visit to the Birthplace of Port Start with buildings designed by leading world architects from the past and the present. Add some unique Baroque the birthplace of that world-famous Porto Hotel is situated along the sculptures and carvings. Then mix fictional character, Harry Potter. River, adjacent to the historic in a world-famous sweet wine and a Author J.K. Rowling was living in Ribeira Square. Cruises on the River certain British flair. Place it all by a Oporto as an English teacher when Douro depart from right in front of grand river, and what do you have? she started writing her first book. the hotel, and the Torre dos Clerigos Portugal’s second largest metropolis, Of course, we wine lovers know Bell Tower and the and one of Europe’s most charismatic Oporto as the home of one of the are less than a 10-minute walk cities: Oporto. world’s great sweet wines: Port. away. Each morning, guests can Long one of the last undiscovered Oporto has many hotels from which enjoy breakfast at the Agua D’Ouro European metropolises, Oporto is to choose, ranging from basic hostels restaurant, which offers stunning preparing for its time in the spotlight. to business hotels, to mid-range views of the Douro River. There now are direct flights from New choices, to five-star properties. There is so much to see and do in York, plus numerous connections to For a romantic option, the Pestana this historic city that one should set and from the rest of Europe, and an aside several days. Some of the sights increasing number of low-cost airlines and activities recommended by locals: serving the city. n Cais de Gaia — The city’s postcard Why it has taken so long for the skyline and the birthplace of one of rest of the world to discover Oporto the world’s most famous wines. Most is a mystery. It is an ancient port city of the world’s supply of Port is stored steeped in history and tradition — a and aged here, and a visit to any of place that has become known for its the warehouses should not be missed. monuments by renowned architects If you venture into the alleys uphill, (Gustave Eiffel’s Dona Maria Bridge, you will find 19th-century manor Nicolau Nasoni’s Clerigos Tower, Rem houses and even more port lodges Koolhaas’ Casa da Musica, and Siza (that of Taylor’s is especially worth a Vieira’s Museum). visit). Oporto also gave birth to one of n Casa da Musica — An architectural world history’s legendary figures, masterwork by world-renowned Prince Henry the Navigator. And it’s TTOURINGOURING TIPS TIPS architect Rem Koolhaas. The striking Visit vinesse.com • The Grapevine • 7 Douro Valley, Portugal. vinesse

List Hot Central Coast Wine Bar. 1 Can wine drinkers and beer drinkers co-exist in harmony with one another? They can at The Wine Shed, located in San Luis Obispo, Calif. There, locals gather to sip reds, whites and brews — and on Friday and Saturday nights, they don’t have to stop sipping until midnight. white concrete structure is an ornate Arab Room, an oval chamber 805-543-9463 inventive building. Inside the 1,300- that attempted to copy Granada’s seat auditorium of perfect acoustics is Alhambra Palace. It now serves as Hot Cedar City Winery. What a Baroque organ pinned to the wall. “the grand reception room” of the 2 is it about wine and communities Top international orchestras play city, where heads of state and other that host annual Shakespeare there. luminaries are received on a visit to festivals? Perhaps the most famous n Sao Francisco Church — Home to Oporto. is Ashland, Ore., which is known one of Europe’s most extraordinarily Of course, no visit to Oporto is for its productions of plays written lavish church interiors, completely complete without a day trip to the by The Bard, and also is just a few covered in gold. Church services are Douro Valley, and Viator partners miles away from several southern no longer held there, but it is often the with local tour companies to provide Oregon wineries. And then there’s venue for classical music concerts. outstanding experiences at reasonable Cedar City, which has concluded n Clerigos Tower — It was the tallest prices. the 2015 summer season of the Utah structure in Portugal when completed One tour, called “Douro Valley Wine Shakespeare Festival, but has three in 1763, and still provides the best Tour from Porto Including Lunch,” productions continuing through aerial view of the city. features tours and tastings at two Halloween. Just west of downtown n Palacio da Bolsa — This wine estates, Quinta do Seixo and Cedar City, Instant Gratification 19th-century building with a vast Quinta do Tedo. There’s no better Winery has a tasting room (tucked Neoclassical facade is the former way to learn about Port and other behind the Iron Gate Inn) that’s stock exchange, built to impress wines of Portugal than by visiting the worth a visit. and earn the credibility of European region from which they come — while http://igwinery.com investors. Inside, it could be mistaken soaking in some spectacular scenery Hot Wine Scene. Locals have for a royal palace, especially the along the way. 3been flocking to Malibu Family Wines, a Southern California winery, For Further Information for birthday parties, after-work gatherings and, in some cases, just to Pestana Porto Hotel http://www.pestana.com/en/hotel/pestana-porto be seen. Guests can choose between wines made from grapes grown on Viator the estate, and another line crafted http://www.viator.com from Central Coast grapes. And on weekends, there’s live music. Oporto Tourism https://www.facebook.com/ http://visitportoandnorth.travel malibufamilywines 8 • The Grapevine • Visit vinesse.com

wine Vinesse Style AtoZ SCARY BOTTLE HOLDERS ast year about this time, we visited the Dragon’s Lair shop at the Excaliber Casino in Las Vegas — and check eisser. “White” in German, L out what we found! Wa common prefix used for many pale-skinned grape varieties The store carries a wide range of cool — not to mention scary — wine in Germany. Example: Weisser bottle holders that would be perfect Burgunder is German for Pinot Blanc. for using at a Halloween party. arel-lo. A white grape variety Opening a good bottle of wine on Xcommon in Catalonia (Spain), Halloween night is a great way to used to make both powerful table deal with the constant ringing of wines and sparkling wines (known as the doorbell, and displaying a scary cava). bottle holder right by the front door adds to the “atmosphere” of the ork Mountain. An American occasion. YViticultural Area in San Luis You can also find these holders Obispo County, part of the larger online. A simple Web search Central Coast AVA, established in brought us to 1984. Amazon (where else?) and a ibibbo. The Sicilian name for the product labeled, ZMuscat of Alexandria wine grape. “Dark Dragon Gothic Wine delaide Hills. A cool-climate Bottle Holder.” Awinegrowing region of South At the time of Australia, which is known for its our search, it was priced at wines of great finesse. $23.99. udwood. Name given to vine Bcuttings when they are going to be used for grafting.

Each shipment Wine Color Mix: includes: Reds, Whites, or Both ­­— • 4 bottles of the best finds It’s Your Choice! Featured wines Made from California Frequency: in California Exclusively! Approximately • Detailed Tasting Notes • Napa • Sacramento Delta for each wine Every Other Month • Sonoma • Amador County Price: • Santa Ynez • Mendocino Only $15-$17 average per bottle plus shipping • Monterey ... and More! To learn more about this Club, call 800-823-5527 or visit www.Vinesse.com Visit vinesse.com • The Grapevine • 9

vinesse® appellation showcase Transylvania

Join us for an incredible wine journey! Each Shipment Takes You to a Different Corner of the Wine World! Taste Exquisite Boutique Wines... Savor Each Country’s sk almost any wine expert who has been there, and Winemaking Tradition... and Athey’ll tell you that Transylvania has the potential to Collect Some Souvenirs! produce some scary-good wines. Now that we have the obvious Transylvania is situated in the Each shipment Halloween-time pun out of center of the northern half of the way, we can tell you in all Romania, most of the territory includes: seriousness that the Romanian being represented by a wide plateau • 6 bottles of specially selected wine region of Transylvania is surrounded by the Carpathian wines from one country or making good wines now — mountains. The sloping hills seem and has been since before World endless, just waiting for an influx region of the wine world War II. of vineyard plantings. • Detailed Tasting Notes for each In those days, Transylvanian Local residents hope a featured wine villages were sprinkled with small Transylvanian wine renaissance vineyards; nearly every property will be ignited by a return to its owner grew grapes. However, pre-World War II tradition, when after the war, when communists individual property owners grew Wine Color Mix: confiscated and nationalized their own grapes. Then, from there, the lands, the private vineyards cooperatives could be formed to Reds, Whites, or Mixed gradually wilted away, and produce wines in quantities suitable Transylvanian winemaking began for commercial distribution. After Frequency: a phase of decline that lasted until that, additional family-owned 6 times per year 1989, when communism fell in wineries could be developed as Romania. additional vineyards are planted. Price: Today, Transylvania’s vineyards That is the vision. Whether it will produce high-quality white wines, come to fruition is anyone’s guess. $139.99 per shipment combining local traditional methods For now, Transylvanian wines are including shipping with new technology, mostly from good but still relatively rare in the Germany. The wines produced United States — which means they are both noble and original, some won’t be taking a big bite out of To learn more about possessing nuances of taste and the American wine market anytime this Club, call 800-823-5527 smell you won’t find anywhere else soon. (Sorry, we couldn’t help or visit www.Vinesse.com in the world. ourselves.) 10 • The Grapevine • Visit vinesse.com

­ People of balance age as gracefully “ as wines of balance.” — John Jordan of Jordan Vineyard & Winery

More and more restaurants seem to be offering flights of wines — which is cool, because my husband and I like to try new things. How Qdo we know what order to taste the wines in?

ine Institute has released a Wnew book, Down to Earth: A Seasonal Tour of Sustainable Winegrowing in California, a consumer-friendly guide to environmentally and socially responsible practices. The book shares the stories of 15 vintners and growers, representing thousands across the state, and how they embrace sustainable practices throughout the cycles of the winegrowing calendar. It features beautiful wine country photography by George Rose and a dozen fresh, That’s a great question, because not every restaurant has a sommelier seasonal recipes. The book is to guide you through the process. At a minimum, you should be available on Amazon. Aprovided with a “tasting sheet” to guide you through the wines. Often, these pre-printed sheets will include circles, on which the wine glasses will be placed, and sometimes the circles will be accompanied by numbers. Those numbers could be keyed to selections on the restaurant’s wine list. If there is no sommelier and if there is no tasting sheet, you’re on your own. The basic process is to taste the lighter white wines first, then the richer white wines, 3,985 then the lighter red wines, and finally the robust red wines. If there also is a Number of bottles of wine sparkling wine in the flight, taste it first. If there also is a dessert wine, such as produced by a standard Port, taste it last. We suggest tasting all of the white wines before moving on to the reds. Once your palate has been exposed to the tannins that big red wines acre of grapevines. possess, it’s difficult to go back to lighter-styled wines and be able to taste all of their more delicate flavors. Visit vinesse.com • The Grapevine • 11

food & wine pairings Winery Food Experiences

Wines that match Chalk Hill Estate Vineyards & Winery the season

very so often, we like to take a look at what types Summer — wines for E of food wineries are serving at their tasting rooms to barbecues, picnics or just for accompany their wines. sipping. Fall — wines for hearty, harvest-time dishes. You get the After all, winery owners have a vested interest in making their wines look idea. All wines are selected by our good. That means the food pairings they select must be enjoyable. Tasting Panel to pair beautifully Of course, the menus may change as the vintages change — which means there are always new pairings to discover. with the foods you love. In California’s North Coast wine country, a number of estates take food- and-wine pairing seriously. That means they make great destinations for foodies. Each shipment includes: In alphabetical order, here are four such wineries: • 4 bottles of specially-selected n Chalk Hill Estate Vineyards & Winery — The Estate Luncheon wines experience begins with a driving tour around the estate. Guests then arrive • Detailed Tasting Notes for at the Pavilion, a magnificent conservatory offering panoramic views of the Chalk Hill valley. There, a decadent meal is expertly paired with Chalk Hill each featured wine wines, along with many fresh foods from the culinary garden, prepared by the estate chef. Monday through Friday. 707-933-3314. Wine Color Mix: n Jordan Vineyard & Winery — The Estate Tour and Tasting includes a guided wine tour of Jordan’s breathtaking vineyards, scenic vistas, chef’s Reds, Whites, or Mixed garden and more. Guests ride in style to remote destinations where they explore Sonoma County wine and food in the countryside where they’re Frequency: grown, enjoying tastings of current release Russian River Valley Chardonnay 4-times per year, plus a special and Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, special vintage selections, Estate holiday shipment Extra Virgin Olive Oil and an array of food pairing delicacies from Jordan’s chef. Thursday through Monday, May through October, weather permitting. Price: 800-654-1213. $98.99 average per n Kendall-Jackson Wine Estates & Gardens — Three culinary experiences shipment including shipping are available on a regular basis: 1. Reserve Wine and Food Pairing; 2. Wine and Cheese Pairing; 3. Wine and Chocolate Pairing. 707-576-3810. n Lambert Bridge Winery — Available by reservation for groups of 10 or fewer, Food & Wine Pairings includes a flight of exclusive wines presented To learn more about with gourmet food pairings specially prepared by chef Bruce Riezenman. this Club, call 800-823-5527 Guests may reserve a table in the candle-lit barrel room or an intimate stone- or visit www.Vinesse.com walled private VIP room. 707-431-4675. 12 • The Grapevine • Visit vinesse.com The Grapevine

CHARDONNAY-BRAISED 10. Turn the broiler on. Broil the chicken for 3 minutes, CHICKEN THIGHS until the skin is crisp. 11. Return the skillet to high heat and boil until the sauce This delicious dish pairs perfectly with Chardonnay, and is thickened (about 3 minutes). this recipe yields 4 servings. 12. Discard the rosemary sprig. Transfer the chicken and Ingredients vegetables to bowls, and serve. • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil • 8 chicken thighs • Salt ROASTED PORK LOIN • Freshly ground black pepper A pork loin often is served with Chardonnay, but • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour because of the garlic and rosemary for which this recipe • 4 small shallots, peeled and quartered calls, this dish is best with Merlot. This recipe yields • 1 pound parsnips, peeled and cut into 3-inch by 1/2- about 8 servings. inch batons Ingredients • 1 rosemary sprig (about 6 inches) • 3 cloves garlic, minced • 1 cup Chardonnay (not too oaky) • 1 tablespoon dried rosemary • 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth • Salt Preparation • Pepper 1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. • 2 lbs. boneless pork loin roast 2. In a large, deep skillet, melt the butter in the oil. • 1/4 cup olive oil 3. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then dust with the • 1/2 cup Merlot flour. Preparation 4. Add chicken to skillet, skin side down, and cook 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. over high heat, turning once, until browned (about 6 2. Crush garlic with rosemary, salt and pepper, creating a minutes). Transfer to a plate. paste. 5. Add the shallots, parsnips and rosemary to the skillet 3. Pierce meat with a sharp knife in several places and and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. press the garlic paste into the openings. Rub the meat 6. Add the wine and boil until reduced by half (about 3 with the remaining garlic mixture and olive oil. minutes). 4. Place pork loin in oven, turning and basting with pan 7. Add the broth and bring to a boil. liquids. Cook until pork is no longer pink in the center 8. Nestle the chicken, skin side up, in the skillet, tucking it (about 60 minutes). Note: An instant-read thermometer between the parsnips. inserted into the center should read 145 degrees. 9. Transfer skillet to the middle rack of the oven and braise 5. Remove roast to a platter. Heat the wine in the pan and the chicken, uncovered, for about 25 minutes, until stir to loosen browned bits of food on the bottom. Serve cooked through. with pan juices.

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