Happy Chambourcin Month! This month we celebrate this smooth medium-bodied Missouri varietal. No matter which Missouri Chambourcin is your favorite, grab a glass then pour another, this wine is perfect for sharing!

Chambourcin (sham-bor-san) is a red French-American hybrid grape that is recognized as a rising star when it comes to hybrid grape varieties. It is known for its rich color that adds depth to many red blends. One thing that makes Chambourcin unique is that it is known as a teinturier grape (from the French word for “dye”) which is known for producing dark juice, rather than clear. 

The nose will often pick up notes of cherry and a light oak while it will taste earthy on the palate with strong notes of dark cherry. 

When sipping this wine, Chambourcin is a smooth, medium-bodied wine with soft and subtle tannins. 

Pair it with pork loin, burgers, short ribs, red sauce, mushrooms, applesauce, strawberries, figs, brie, camembert, walnuts, cobbler, chocolate cake.

Use Chambourcin when cooking with these delicious recipes varying from sweet to savory!

Wine Can Chicken

Cake Pops

Herb Crusted Pork Tenderloin

Slow-cooker Chambourcin Mushrooms

Chambourcin Wine Reduction Sauce

Chocolate Cupcakes

Cranberry Sauce

Mulled Wine Cheesecake

Wine Finishing Salt

Missouri Red Wine Cheese Dip

Chambourcin Barbecue Chicken

Sangria

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Looking for a savory dinner? Try out this pasta with a creamy Catawba sauce and grilled chicken.

Time: 1 hr 30 min

Serves: 4

INGREDIENTS

• 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 10.5 oz pasta of your choice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 onion chopped
• 3 tablespoons minced garlic
• 25 oz cherry tomatoes or regular tomatoes
• 1/3 cup Missouri Catawba
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3-4 Basil leaves chopped
• ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 5-6 minutes, until lightly golden.
2. Add garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Add halved cherry tomatoes or chopped regular tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 10 minutes over heat.
3. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cook for 50 minutes, stirring occasionally, keep the lid on. If the mixture is too thick, add 1/4 cup of water.
4. When the sauce is almost ready: fill a large pot with water and add 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring to a boil. When boiling add the pasta and cook to al dente according to package directions.
5. Sear chicken breasts until cooked through.
6. While pasta is cooking: To the sauce add cream, wine, chopped basil, parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Stir and cook for 3-4 minutes. Add drain pasta to the sauce, turn the heat off and toss. Cut chicken and add on top and serve!

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Missouri is a fan favorite for wine lovers, just like yourself. To make your exploring even better, we’re excited to introduce an updated wine trail map! This doesn’t just include a map, it’s your ticket to discovering some of the best wineries and the hidden gems throughout the state that make the wine trails THAT much better! 

We also have created a never seen before checklists for the wine trails in Missouri. These checklists add a fun twist to your wine adventures, encourage you to try new places and explore the local culture around you. Taste the German Schnitzel at Stone Hill Winery in Hermann, shop a wide selection of Missouri Wines at Willow Spring Mercantile and join in on a festival at Black Silo Winery!  

Whether you’re a seasoned wine enthusiasts or new to the wine scene, our updated map and new checklists will help you uncover the best of Missouri’s wineries. Get ready to explore, taste, and create unforgettable memories in Missouri Wine Country! 

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