Spring tart with perfect wine pairing This rhubarb tart with vanilla cream and almonds is a real spring classic. The crispy tart base forms the perfect foundation for the subtly tart freshness of the rhubarb, while the creamy vanilla filling provides a pleasant sweetness. Almonds bring a light nuttiness and additional texture into play. But […]
Category Archives: Chenin Blanc
Albariño, Chenin Blanc, Fish, Fish and seafood, New Zealand, Sauvignon Blanc, South Africa, Spain, Wine and food, Wine pairing
Grilled cod with caper butter and roasted fennel
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Mar
Mar
Tender grilled fish with aromatic fennel – the perfect wine pairing Cod is a mildly flavoured fish whose delicate texture is perfect for the grill or pan. The combination with aromatic caper butter and roasted fennel ensures a balanced flavour experience of buttery spiciness, fresh acidity and fine herbal notes. But which wine harmonises best […]
Cheese, Chenin Blanc, France, Germany, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Noir, Season, Winter
Baked camembert with figs and walnuts
13
Mar
Mar
Creamy cheese, sweet figs and crunchy walnuts – the perfect wine pairing Baked camembert is a real treat for cheese lovers – crispy on the outside, deliciously creamy on the inside. The combination with caramelised figs, crunchy walnuts and a hint of honey creates a harmonious interplay of sweet, nutty and savoury flavours. But which […]
Beef, Chenin Blanc, France, Gewürztraminer, Lamb, Meat, Pasta and cereal dishes, Rice dishes, South Africa, Uncategorized, Viognier, Wine and food, Wine pairing
South African bobotie with yellow rice and chutney
13
Mar
Mar
An exotic, spicy dish with the perfect wine accompaniment Bobotie is a traditional South African dish that combines savoury minced meat with a sweet and savoury egg topping. A blend of curry, turmeric, apricot jam and almonds creates a unique flavour profile that perfectly combines sweet, salty and spicy flavours. Served with yellow rice and […]
Bordeaux, Cheese, Chenin Blanc, Dessert, France, Loire, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, South Africa, Wine and food, Wine pairing
Caramelised pear tart with goat’s cheese and honey
13
Mar
Mar
Sweet and savoury flavours with perfect wine pairing This caramelised pear tart combines the natural sweetness of ripe pears, the creaminess of goat’s cheese and the floral aroma of honey on a crispy puff pastry. A perfect interplay of sweet, savoury and buttery notes that can be wonderfully rounded off with a matching wine. A […]
Burgundy, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Fish and seafood, France, Loire, Mussels, Sauvignon Blanc, Wine and food, Wine pairing
Pan-fried scallops with lemon butter sauce
13
Mar
Mar
Elegant seafood with the perfect wine accompaniment Scallops are a noble, mild delicacy with a golden-brown crust and a juicy, buttery texture. The combination with a fine lemon and butter sauce perfectly enhances the slightly sweet and nutty flavours. But which wine goes best with this elegant dish? A mineral Chenin Blanc from the Loire […]
