Ingredients

  • 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
  • 13 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 14 cup heavy cream
  • 14 cup cabernet sauvignon wine
  • unsweetened cocoa powder, to coat truffle

Method

  • In a double boiler, melt the chocolate over simmering water.
  • Remove from heat, mix in the butter until smooth, then whisk in the cream, the vanilla, and the wine.
  • Cover and chill until it firms up.
  • Then form round balls (1 to 1 1/2 inches) of the chocolate mixture and roll them in the cocoa to coat.
  • Store, covered in the refrigerator until just before serving.