Perfect pairings for the year's best wines

What to serve with the best of 2009? Sunset wine editor Sara Schneider has the matches

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Golden spiced squash with sauted shrimp
James Carrier

With Edna Valley Vineyards Paragon Chardonnay 2007

White Steal of the Year (San Luis Obispo County; $13)

Perfect pairing:  Golden Spiced Squash With Sautéed Shrimp

Why it works:  With a core of sweet fruit, this great-value Chardonna is a good match for both winter squash and sweet shrimp.

Apple flavors in the wine are laced with baking spices (common in Chardonnay with a little oak on it) that link up with the cardamom and ginger in the squash. A creamy lemon edge keeps the match lively.

NextWith Geyser Peak “Block Collection” River Road Ranch Sauvignon Blanc 2008


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