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With David Slater,  head chef  at  
Emeril’s  Restaurant  in New Orleans. 

Try one of Emeril’s  recipies listed below to pair with Courtesan Cabernet.

Beef Roulades with Blue Cheese and Walnuts

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Season the pounded meat with Essence. Sprinkle the cheese and walnuts over the meat. Roll the meat into the roulades. Tie with the butcher's twine. In a saute pan, heat the olive oil. When the pan is smoking hot, sear the roulades on all sides. Place in the oven and roast for 5 to 6 minutes for rare to medium-rare. Remove from the oven and slice on the bias into 5 (2-ounce) slices. Place the roasted potatoes in the center of the plate. Fan the meat around the potatoes. Spoon the sauce around the plate. Garnish with long chives, brunoise of peppers and chopped chives.

Bone-in Rib-eye Steak with Marchand Di Vin Sauce

Instructions:

In a small bowl, combine the oil and Creole seasoning. Mix well. Spread each side of the steaks completely with the Creole seasoning mixture. Place in a shallow pan, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Remove and bring to room temperature before grilling, about 30 minutes.

Preheat the grill. In a saucepan, over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the shallots and garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Sauté for 1 minute. Add the red wine and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the demi-glace. Simmer for 2 minutes and remove from the heat, keeping warm. Place the steaks on the grill and cook for about 4 to 6 minutes on each side for medium-rare. Remove from the grill and cool for a couple of minutes before serving. Place the steaks and potatoes on each serving plate. Spoon a quarter of the sauce over each steak. Garnish with parsley.

Yield: 4 servings.