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 […]
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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
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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
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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
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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 […]
