What wine goes with CJ Bitz?
What wine goes with CJ Bitz??
CJ Bitz – $19.99
That holidays have arrived, which means desserts are sure to take center stage. Aside from the ham, the turkey and other proteins, it’s impossible to think of the holidays without mentioning any kind of sweet. One sweet treat that should be on your winter radar is CJ Bitz, made locally in Marin County (but available nationwide, see their retail locations). The question of the week then, is What Wine goes with CJ Bitz?
If you’re thinking dessert, then dessert wine should be on your radar, namely Tawny port. The reason I’d go with a Tawny is the toffee characteristics will match the toffee that’s added last when making CJ Bitz. Other ports will match decently, but the Tawny Port should match very well. I’d recommend taking a trip to your local wine market and seeing what they have in stock. Tawny’s can get up there in price so be aware what you’re picking out before you hit the checkout aisle.
If you are not a dessert wine fan, then you could go Zinfandel. However, you generally want to reserve the Zin for darker chocolate then what CJ Stix has. That being said, you’re other option would be to go for the Petite Sirah. Two Petites I’d recommend are from Optima Winery in Dry Creek and Judd’s Hill ($30) in Napa.
Both the dessert wine and CJ Bitz would work great during your next holiday party!
Cheers,
Haydn
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Haydn Adams is the author of the book, Wineries Beyond Napa Valley: Dry Creek and Alexander Valley, an insider’s tasting guide to the hidden gems region. He also contributes to the Beyond Napa Valley Wine Blog, writes for vinvillage.com, and can be found roaming the hills of Sonoma County looking for the next hidden gems. You can contact him at haydn@beyondnapavalley.com
