2010 Zinfandel & 2009 Malbec – Asian Marinated and Grilled Steak Salad with an Orange-Miso Dressing

2010 Zinfandel – The 2010 Zinfandel is a smooth bright wine with aromas of blueberries and wild blackberry jam. Notes of clove and molasses lead to a fresh long finish.

2009 Malbec – Our 2009 Malbec is a ripe, rich wine with notes of blackberry and spiced rum. The full fruit is balanced by developed tannins and bright acidity. Drink now or cellar 3-7 years.

Asian Marinated and Grilled Steak Salad with an Orange-Miso Dressing

serves 4

2# Flank steak
6 Tbs black bean and garlic paste
4 Tbs soy sauce
2 Tbs rice wine vinegar
2 Tbs sriracha

Mix together all ingredients except for the steak. Pour mixture over the steak, and let sit overnight.

Preheat grill. Pull steak out of marinade and grill to desired temperature. Pull off heat and let sit while you construct the salad.

Salad
1 head Romaine lettuce
1 c fried wontons or fried rice noodles

Orange Miso Dressing
zest and juice of one orange
1 ½ Tbs white miso
¼ c rice wine vinegar
1 tsp chopped garlic
1 Tbs fresh ginger
¼ c olive oil
1 Tbs sesame oil

Blend all dressing ingredients together and dress salad greens. Slice steak and lay over the top of the salad. Sprinkle with fried wontons.