Prepare the Morisqueta.

In the northeast of France, west of Alsace, the Vosges French oak forest has been a popular source of oak for winemakers since the 1980s.Keeler says that the grain character of Vosges varies between tight- and medium-grain..

It tends to impart more robust tannins and deeper, darker, more opulent notes to wine, especially in reds."I enjoy Vosges oak for Chardonnay,.," says Keeler.. Limousin.

In western France, the Limousin forests are about three hours northeast of.and just east of Cognac, near the city of Limoges.

"This hilly region tends to produce oak that has a wider, looser grain," says Keeler.

"The barrels are slightly more tannic and most popular for aging.In a small bowl, toss the cashews with 1 teaspoon of the white sesame oil.

In a blender, combine the almond butter with the ginger, lemon juice, maple syrup, garlic, soy sauce, and puree until smooth.Add water if the sauce seems thick..

Arrange some of the pad Thai mixture in the center of each plate.Spoon some of the chile sauce and the remaining soy sauce and white sesame oil around the pad Thai.