I don’t know why, but I’ve been really into weddings lately.  Strange, isn’t it?  I’ve been married for almost 9 years so why the fascination all of a sudden?

Anyway, the brains behind SmittenKitchen is baking a wedding cake, and it is a fascinating behind the scenes look at the stress and such that goes into making this monstrosity.  It is worth a read.

And this begs the question (to me, anyway) - what wine does one drink with wedding cake?  Oh, sure, you could go with the the easy choice - Champagne.  And  who could fault you?  Certainly, not me.  But what about a lite Pinot Grigio?  Crisp and refreshing, it makes a nice complement to the sweetness of a fine dessert.

Actually, my choice would be a viognier.  To be specific, the McManis Family Vineyards Viognier, with its bold apricots and peach aroma and flavor how could you go wrong.  Good body, a nice gold color, it is an excellent example of the type.  Or choose a good white Cote du Rhone - it would be quite likely to be a viognier blend of some sort.