Coconut and Lavender Rock Shrimp Ceviche
Serve with Matanzas Creek Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc
1 qt. water
1 C. white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc
1 lemon, juiced and sliced
1 sprig of fresh thyme
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Dark Chocolate and Caramel Tart with Lavender Sea Salt
Serve with Matanzas Creek Sonoma County Merlot
8 ounces butter, at room temperature
2 C. powdered sugar
1 tsp. kosher salt
2 large eggs
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Lavender & Sage Brined Willie Bird Turkey
Serve with Matanzas Creek Alexander Valley Merlot
1 quart water
¼ cup kosher salt
¼ cup honey
10 sage leaves
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Sweet & Sour Lavender Seared Ahi Tuna with Shaved Zucchini Salad
Serve with Matanzas Creek Helena Bench Sauvignon Blanc or Journey Chardonnay
Serves 4
½ lb. ahi tuna (sashimi grade)
¼ cup sugar
1 tsp. white pepper
½ tsp. culinary lavender
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Spring Vegetable Salad with Lavender Buttermilk Ranch
Serve with Matanzas Creek Bennett Valley Sauvignon Blanc
Serves 4
2 romaine hearts, chopped to desired size
1/3 C. fresh peas, shelled & blanched
6 radishes, sliced
1 carrot, shredded
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Roasted Baby Turnips with Bacon, Pine Nuts and Currants
Serve with Matanzas Creek Bennett Valley Pinot Noir
Serves 6
In this recipe, the combination of earthy turnips and smoky bacon bring out the complex aromas of the Matanzas Creek Pinot Noir while dried currants highlight the wines bright red fruit
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Pan Seared Rib-eye with Matanzas Creek Rub, Red Flannel Hash, Creamy Mushrooms and Fresh Horseradish
Serve with Matanzas Creek Jackson Park Merlot
Serves 4
4 (12 oz.) rib-eye steaks
5 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
3 Tbsp. Matanzas Creek spice rub
2 slices bacon, minced
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Pan Seared Fillet with Molasses Pan Sauce, Potato Gnocchi and Mustard Greens
Serve with Matanzas Creek Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon or Alexander Valley Merlot
Serves 4
4 (5 oz.) fillet mignon
1 Tbsp. canola oil
Kosher salt
2 small shallots, minced
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Matanzas Creek Lavender Spice Rub
This versatile spice rub uses Matanzas Creek Estate Grown Lavender to form a foundation of floral notes, in addition to other complimentary spices which will add familiar accents to any dish you use this rub on. This rub works especially well on grilled meats and broiled fish.
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L’Ultime Dark Chocolate Mousse with Lavender Scented Mixed Berries
Serve with Matanzas Creek Alexander Valley Merlot
To match both the bright fruit and dark chocolate flavors in this complex dessert wine, bittersweet dark chocolate is lightened with a touch of whipped cream and served with fresh berries. A hint of lavender in the berry syrup brings out the floral aroma in the Matanzas Creek L’Ultime Dessert Wine.
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