A Beautiful Pairing to Welcome Spring

Wine

Dr. Loosen ‘Dr. L’ Riesling, Mosel, Germany 2013

This entry-level Dr. Loosen Riesling embodies the elegant and racy characteristics of steep, slate-soil Mosel vine- yards at a very reason- able price. It is a bright, vibrant, fruit-driven wine made with grapes from contracted growers throughout the Mosel River valley.

Recipe

Crab Cake Appetizer

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces lump fin crab meat
  • 6 green onions, diced
  • 2 egg whites
  • 2 tablespoons capers, drained and rinsed
  • 4 tablespoons flour
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Directions

Gently mix all ingredients above, being careful not to break up the lumps of crab meat. When all ingredients are mixed, form into four patties and sauté in oil and butter until golden brown and firm. Serve with lemon wedges and a fresh mango fruit salad on the side.