I’m sure you thought I forgot about reviewing the awesome Aldi Advent Calendars. I assure you that is not the case! I was on medication, so there was no wine tasting for me! I’m feeling perfect now, so I was able to review Days 8-13!
Day 8
Wine: Chenin Blanc from South Africa—It has notes of guava, ripe apple, and pear. A refreshing wine that pairs well with creamy white cheese and poultry. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Cheese: Tomato and Olive Gouda—Delicious and full of flavor! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Chocolate: Mousse with Nougat Chocolate (Repeat of Day 4) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Day 9
Day 9
Wine: Red Blend from Australia—Flavors of plum and raspberry; An elegant wine with a bit of spice! Pairs well with lamb, steak, and even veggie casseroles! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Cheese: Red Leicester (Repeat of Day 1) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Cheese: Red Leicester (Repeat of Day 1) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Chocolate: Cappuccino Truffle—(Repeat of Day 5) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Day10
Wine: Pinot Grigio Blush from Italy—Fresh flavors of strawberry, apple, and honeysuckle; Pairs well with salads, ham, soft cheese, and lightly spiced chicken. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Cheese: Herbed Gouda (Repeat of Day 5) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Chocolate: Latte Macchiato Truffle—(Repeat of Day 1) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Day 11
Wine: Malbec from Argentina—Flavors of ripe plum, prune, and licorice; Pairs well with burgers, roasted red meats, rich pasta dishes, and pizza! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Cheese: Hot & Spicy Gouda (Repeat of Day 6) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Chocolate: Orange Mousse—Chocolate outside and a soft, creamy orange center; pretty star-shape, too! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Day 12
Wine: Columbard from France—Refreshing lemony notes; Pairs well with appetizers and white fish. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Wine: Columbard from France—Refreshing lemony notes; Pairs well with appetizers and white fish. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Cheese: Edam—Creamy and semi-hard cheese; Pairs well with apples and pears. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Chocolate: Mousse Au Chocolat Truffle—Beautiful chocolate with a delicious soft center. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Day 13
Wine: Pinot Grigio from Italy; Hints of apple, hazelnut, and spice! Pairs well with salads, fish, and light chicken dishes. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Cheese: Herbed Gouda (Repeat of Day 5). ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Chocolate: Mascarpone Truffle (Repeat of Day 2). ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Milo continues to enjoy his daily treat from his Advent calendar. The only drawback was he had a bit of salmon breath! I don’t think he cared a bit!!
Milo continues to enjoy his daily treat from his Advent calendar. The only drawback was he had a bit of salmon breath! I don’t think he cared a bit!!
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