LCBO Food & Drink Holiday 2017

J. Lohr Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon VINTAGES ESSENTIALS 656561, $23.95

These rich and boldly flavoured beef burgers call for a wine such as this blockbuster red from California. Its ripe berry centre with vanilla and herb flavours will simultaneously enhance the beef, provide a great sweet-salt contrast with the blue cheese and boost the tangy tomato confit. It also has enough weight and structure to handle the creaminess of the dressing.

BEEF BURGER WITH BLUE CHEESE DRESSING & TOMATO BALSAMIC CONFIT recipe on page 229

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