22 WEEK WINE CHALLENGE
Wine is so versatile - there's such a broad spectrum of grape varieties, colours, production methods and regions. We have created a 22 week challenge to taste you through a diverse selection of incredible wines from around the world typical for their regions to develop your palate.
This challenge was created at the start of 2021 and some wines may now be out of stock but a bottle of the same grape and country will be as good. If you need any help choosing please just give us a call - 01204 300037.
| WEEK | WINE, SERVE, FOOD MATCH & YOUTUBE VIDEO LINK |
| Week 1 |
Vilarnau Cava Brut Reserva |
| Week 2 |
Indomita Nostros Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon Maipo Valley |
| Week 3 |
Domaine De La Chauviniere Muscadet De Sevre-Et Maine Sur Lie |
| Week 4 |
Snapper Rock Pinot Noir Marlborough |
| Week 5 |
Solara Natural Orange Wine |
| Week 6 |
Casa Defra Pinot Grigio Rose Venezie DOC Italy |
| Week 7 |
Les Argelieres Grande Cuvee Cabernet Franc Pays D'OC |
| Week 8 |
Hunawihr Gewurztraminer Reserve Alsace Chilled (in fridge for about half an hour) Wensleydale & Cranberry Thai, Chinese or curried dishes - alternatively shellfish or creamy foods Week 8 YouTube Video |
| Week 9 |
Manoso Crianza Rioja Alavesa DOC Spain Room temp, open about hour before serving Stilton Roast pork, chorizo, Spanish or Mediterranean meals or tapas Week 9 YouTube Video |
| Week 10 |
Gravel & Loam Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough Chilled (in fridge for about half an hour) Goats cheese, Feta or a cheddar Green vegetables, herbal dishes such as pesto Week 10 YouTube Video |
| Week 11 |
Domaine de Milhomme Cuvee Le Murier Room temp, open about 30 mins before serving Creamy Lancashire Hearty chicken dishes - tagines, casseroles, coq au vin. Potatoes and mushrooms Week 11 YouTube Video |
| Week 12 |
Maggio Chardonnay Chilled (in fridge for about half an hour) Mature Cheddar Roast chicken, pork, meatier fish, creamy dishes Week 12 YouTube Video |
| Week 13 |
Fico Grande Sangiovese Emilia Romagna Room temp, open about 30 mins to an hour before serving Red Crunch (or hard cheeses like pecorino) Tomato based dishes - pasta with bolognese, marinara, meatballs, ragu Week 13 YouTube Video |
| Week 14 |
Bella Modella Prosecco Spumante DOC, Veneto Chilled (in fridge for about half an hour) Garstang White (or parmesan) As an aperetif, or with light nibbles/canopes Week 14 YouTube Video |
| Week 15 |
Weinwurms Zweigelt Red Schilling Room temp, open about 30 mins before serving Smoked cheese Fish and shellfish cooked in wine or tomato based sauces, alternatively poultry cooked in the same way Week 15 YouTube Video |
| Week 16 |
Mont Rocher Vielle Vignes Viognier Chilled (in fridge for about half an hour) Wensleydale Pork or veal, root vegetables such as parsnips and sweet potatoes, or mildly curried creamy dishes Week 16 YouTube Video |
| Week 17 |
Paolo Leo Primitivo Room temp, open about 30 mins to an hour before serving Caramelised Onion and Red Wine Pizzas, burgers, grilled and barbecued meats Week 17 YouTube Video |
| Week 18 |
REH Kendermann Terroir Kalkstein Riesling Pfalz Chilled (in fridge for about half an hour) Nicky Nook or Stilton Vegitarian dishes with light or no sauces or simple fish, chicken, or pasta dishes Week 18 YouTube Video |
| Week 19 |
Pierre de Taille Provence Rose Chilled (in fridge for about half an hour) Goats cheese Provençal style foods rich in flavours like olives, garlic and oily fish, shellfish and white meats Week 19 YouTube Video |
| Week 20 |
Franschhoek Cellar Stone Bridge Pinotage Room temp, open about hour before serving Special reserve (or mature cheddar) Grilled or slow-cooked sausages, beef, and lamb. Barbecued foods. Week 20 YouTube Video |
| Week 21 |
Maleatis White Chilled (in fridge for about half an hour) Feta Greek salads, grilled fish, oysters, shellfish and Mediterranean tomato-based dishes Week 21 YouTube Video |
| Week 22 |
Dopff Au Moulin Cuvee Julien Brut Cremant D'Alsace Chilled (in fridge for about half an hour) Garstang White Fried calamari or shrimp, cured meats, creamy canapes Week 22 YouTube Video |