AppyHour’s “Taste of Ireland” Box

Rhonda ordered AppyHour’s “Taste of Ireland” limited release box after some hesitation (ie the price) to celebrate Monday. I don’t generally equate Ireland with anything besides cheddar cheese, and that is here in spades, with a very nice two-year aged variety. But the Cashel Bleu is outstanding. I really like the mustard they included too.

Sharrott Winery’s Spicy Pepperoni Flatbread

Sharrott Winery is the perfect spot for a quiet chat with someone you love, over a bottle of their rosé, and something to chew on. The spicy pepperoni flatbread is a nice, chewy dough topped with natural casing pepperoni. It could stand a turn in a hotter oven, but it’s still a great dish.

Bellview Winery’s Fiona

Fiona does not appeal to me visually, and hearing the taste profile made me pretty sure I’d dislike it, but the latter was not the case. Like Bellview’s Sunrise wine, it’s “off-dry” or “semi-sweet,” interchangeable descriptors that are best used depending upon who you’re trying to sell to, I suppose. But it has enough acid and sturdiness for this oenophile.