I made this for Easter and it was an overall hit, but next time I'll make a few changes. First I'll use only 1/2oz of mushrooms, but keep the soaking water the same. There were just too many bits in the dip. I used an inexpensive Pinot Grigio (Barefoot) since apple cider isn't in season. I couldn't find Bonaparte Cheese anywhere, but the "Cheese Guy" at Whole Foods recommended Auguste Lepetit Brie as a substitute. I will warn you that the brie has a strong sour smell and I thought it was bad, but the "guy" said it was supposed to be one of those stinky cheeses. When I tried a bit before mixing it into the fondu, it was Super yummy. The cheese is so soft though you can't mix it with the wine. I also cut off the rind, but next time I'll probably just leave it on. Finally, I would recommend saving out 1/4 cup of wine and combine that with cornstarch and mixing it in after the cheese is melted to thicken it up.

Thank heaven, It's GLUTEN FREE!! Leave out serving the bread unless it's GF bread.