Food & Wine Pairings

  • Astringent or bitter foods go well with full-flavoured wines, such as Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Crisp wines, such as Pinot Grigio, gor well with salty foods
  • Fatty cuts of meat work well with bitter wines, as they will tone down the bitterness
  • Highly acidic foods pair well with acidic wines
  • Serve light-bodied wines with light food and full-bodied wines with heavier foods
  • Spicy foods pair well with sweeter wines
  • Sweet foods need a dry wine to offset the sweetness

For a general guide to food and wine pairing CLICK HERE.

Recipes:

Honey Dijon Chicken Skillet

FEATURING Selection California Chardonnay

This Honey Dijon Chicken recipe is ready within minutes leaving you with more time to enjoy your meal and a perfectly paired glass of Selection California Chardonnay.

A splash of wine for the pan and a splash for your glass… Making dinner has never been so easy or enjoyable! This Honey Dijon Chicken recipe is ready within minutes leaving you with more time to enjoy your meal and a perfectly paired glass of Selection California Chardonnay.

The Selection California Chadonnay features tropical fruit and warm vanilla oak tasting notes that perfectly complement the sweet and tangy flavours of the honey dijon chicken.

Honey-Soy Glazed Lobster Tails

FEATURING LE16 California Blanc de Noir

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Holiday Appetizers and Wine Pairings

The holidays are officially upon us and for a lot of us that means entertaining. As much fun as hosting a holiday party is, it can sometimes become overwhelming trying to decide what to serve. There is enough going on during this season, what with the shopping and wrapping, decorating and preparing for a house …

The holidays are officially upon us and for a lot of us that means entertaining. As much fun as hosting a holiday party is, it can sometimes become overwhelming trying to decide what to serve. There is enough going on during this season, what with the shopping and wrapping, decorating and preparing for a house full of loved ones, that planning your party should be as stress free as possible. Below is a list of delicious holiday appetizers as well as the perfect wine to enjoy them with. After all, ’tis the season to eat, drink and be merry.

1. Baked Brie with Candied Nuts and Berries is fantastic with a Rose.

2. Olive Straws are impressive and are even more so with a Sparkling Wine.

3. Enjoy a sweet Dessert Wine with Pears with Goat Cheese and Bacon.

4. A must have classic, Shrimp Cocktail, pairs lovely with a Riesling.

5. Finally, a delicious and easy Mushroom Tart is perfect with a Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot.

All of these appetizers can be made in advance ensuring a flawless party and a good time can be had by all, even the host.

Kimchi Mac and Cheese

FEATURING LE20 Synergy

This popular Korean condiment adds a unique zip to this comfort food classic. Synergy’s off-dry blend is the perfect complement to the creamy, rich flavours in this dish.

Lamb Sliders

FEATURING Eclipse Lodi Ranch 11 Cabernet Sauvignon

Lasagne Bolognese

FEATURING LE22 Aglianico Barbera

Even with a few clever shortcuts, lasagna is a labour of love – but so worth the effort. So take your time, pour a glass of wine and enjoy the process!

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