Cook with Verjus

from William+Chris Vineyards!

Verjus (pronounced Vair-JHoo) takes its name from the French 'vert-jus' meaning "green juice". It is a liquid that is high acid, and low sugar made from the pressed un-ripe grapes that winemakers drop from the vine just as the grapes are about to ripen. The grapes sacrificed are done so that the optimum grapes can flourish and then be turned into delicious wine. 

While acidic, Verjus has a gentler flavor than vinegar, with a sweet-tart taste and sometimes a little earthy, often used to heighten the flavor of many sauces and mustards. Verjus can be used in replacement of vinegar, lemon juice, or red/white wine vinegars in recipes. Check out the one we just got from Texas producer William Chris Vineyards.

We've also included some starting ideas - and a few recipes for you to try out Verjus below: 

• Deglaze a cooking pan
• Substitute for vinegar or lemon juice in recipes
• Add to cocktails
• Use as an addition to broths or stocks
• Make a refreshing sorbet
• Use as a marinade
• Use in a salad dressing

As with all of our wines and spirits, you can order these right here on our web site,
 or we'd love to talk with you at 713-524-3397.

Tired of long waits for curbside and delivery?
We can usually get your order finished in less than an hour.

Store hours for curbside pick up are from 10AM- 6PM Monday through Saturday,
or wines can be delivered to your home as well!