A summery treat with the perfect wine accompaniment Delicately grilled prawns marinated in a mixture of fresh lemon juice, aromatic garlic and fine olive oil are a real delicacy. The gentle flavour of the prawns harmonises perfectly with the light freshness of the citrus notes, while the roasted aromas from the grill add a pleasant […]
Category Archives: France
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 […]
Apulia, Australia, Barolo, Beef, France, Italy, Meat, Primitivo, Shiraz, Syrah, Wine and food, Wine pairing
Braised beef cheeks in red wine sauce with polenta
12
Mar
Mar
Tender braised meat and perfect wine pairing This dish combines the buttery tenderness of slowly braised beef cheeks with a deep, flavourful red wine sauce and creamy polenta. The long cooking time transforms the meat into an incredibly tender flavour experience, which is perfectly rounded off by the strong sauce. But which wine harmonises best […]
Australia, Carménère, Chile, Food and Wine, France, Meat, Pig, Shiraz, Syrah, Wine and food, Wine pairing, Zinfandel
Chilean bean stew (porotos granados) with chorizo
12
Mar
Mar
Hearty bean stew with spicy chorizo – the perfect wine pairing Porotos Granados is a traditional Chilean bean stew that provides cosy warmth, especially in the autumn and winter months. It combines creamy white beans, spicy chorizo, fresh corn kernels and aromatic tomatoes to create a savoury, slightly spicy dish with Mediterranean and South American […]
Carménère, Chile, France, Grenache, Italy, Nero d'Avola, Spain, Vegetables, Vegetarian, Wine and food, Wine pairing
Baked aubergines with tomato ragout and Manchego
12
Mar
Mar
Aromatic aubergines with spicy tomato ragout – the perfect wine pairing This dish combines the savoury richness of baked aubergines with an intensely spicy tomato ragout and the nutty saltiness of Manchego. A combination of Mediterranean lightness and deep umami flavours. But which wine goes best with this aromatic dish? Carménère from Chile is the […]
