Brandied Grape Preserve

• 1 1/3 cups(335 ml) red wine vinegar
• 1 ½ cups (375 ml) red wine
• ¾ cups (185 ml) sugar
• 3 cloves
• 4 sticks cinnamon
• 3 tbsp (45 ml) brandy
• 2 lbs (1 kg) grapes, seeded

how to preserve grapes

1. Bring vinegar, wine, sugar, cloves and cinnamon sticks to a boil. simmer for 15 minutes or until syrupy.
2. Remove cinnamon sticks. Add brandy. Pour over grapes. Put into warm, sterilized jars. Seal.

NOTE: Serve Grape Preserve with terrines, game birds and venison.
MAKES ABOUT 4 CUPS (1 L)