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Luxury Wine & Food Pairing Guide for Urban Grapes’ Premium Selection

Indulge in the finest culinary experiences with Urban Grapes’ Luxury Wine Selection, featuring 12 meticulously curated premium still and sparkling wines. These expertly selected red, white, and sparkling wines are designed to enhance elegant dinners, weekend feasts and special occasions. Elevate your dining experience with these sophisticated pairings.

Luxury White Wines

1. Domaine Jean Defaix Chablis 2022, Chablis, Burgundy, France

Elegant and mineral-driven with citrus, green apple, and flint notes.

Pair With:

• Starter: Fresh oysters with shallot vinaigrette or crab cakes with lemon aioli.
• Main: Herb-crusted cod or roasted lemon chicken.
• Dessert: Classic lemon tart or poached pears in white wine.

2. Georges Duboeuf Viré-Clessé AOC, Mâconnais, Burgundy, France

Lush and creamy with notes of ripe peach, pear, and subtle almond.

Pair With:

• Starter: Goat cheese tart with caramelized onions or Caesar salad with crispy pancetta.
• Main: Pan-seared salmon with a beurre blanc sauce or turkey breast with mushroom cream sauce.
• Dessert: Apricot tart or vanilla panna cotta with almond praline.

3. Francis Blanchet Pouilly-Fumé Calcite, Loire Valley, France

Crisp and vibrant with citrus, flint, and herbal undertones.

Pair With:

• Starter: Smoked salmon blinis with crème fraîche or asparagus and gruyère quiche.
• Main: Grilled seabass with lemon butter or lobster risotto.
• Dessert: Citrus sorbet or raspberry mille-feuille.

4. Sancerre La Croix du Roy, Crochet, Loire Valley, France

Refined and zesty with grapefruit, gooseberry, and a hint of minerality.

Pair With:

• Starter: Avocado and prawn cocktail or goat cheese crostini with honey.
• Main: Creamy mushroom risotto or roasted turkey with herb butter.
• Dessert: Passion fruit mousse or key lime pie.

Luxury Red Wines

5. Bodega Norton Privada Family Blend 2022, Mendoza, Argentina

Rich and velvety with black cherry, plum, and cocoa notes.

Pair With:

• Starter: Charcuterie board with truffle salami and aged cheeses.
• Main: Grilled ribeye steak or slow-roasted lamb shank.
• Dessert: Dark chocolate fondant or espresso tiramisu.

6. Antinori Le Mortelle Botrosecco, Tuscany, Italy

Elegant with red berry flavors, spices, and a long, savoury finish.

Pair With:

• Starter: Tomato bruschetta with basil and garlic or roasted vegetable tart.
• Main: Herb-crusted roast pork or wild mushroom-stuffed chicken.
• Dessert: Almond biscotti or ricotta and honey tart.

7. Villa Belvedere Amarone della Valpolicella 2019, Veneto, Italy

Bold and luxurious with dark fruit, chocolate, and a touch of spice.

Pair With:

• Starter: Duck pâté with fig chutney or blue cheese crostini.
• Main: Braised short ribs with polenta or venison stew.
• Dessert: Dark chocolate truffles or aged parmesan cheese.

8. Domaine Roux Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2021, Burgundy, France

Light and elegant with cherry, red currant, and subtle earthy tones.

Pair With:

• Starter: Wild mushroom bruschetta or beetroot and feta carpaccio.
• Main: Roast duck breast with cherry sauce or stuffed chicken thighs.
• Dessert: Raspberry tart or red velvet cake.

9. Cellier des Princes Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge Vieux Chevalier, Rhône Valley, France

Powerful and complex with dark berry, spice, and earthy notes.

Pair With:

• Starter: Grilled lamb skewers with rosemary or charred eggplant dip.
• Main: Roast beef with thyme jus or duck à l’orange.
• Dessert: Spiced plum tart or aged manchego cheese platter.

10. Château Peyrabon Haut-Médoc 2011, Bordeaux, France

Structured and sophisticated with blackcurrant, tobacco, and cedar notes.

Pair With:

• Starter: Beef carpaccio with parmesan shavings or mushroom vol-au-vents.
• Main: Prime rib roast with horseradish cream or slow-cooked lamb shoulder.
• Dessert: Aged Stilton with walnuts or dark chocolate mousse.

Luxury Champagne & Sparkling Wine

11. Champagne Drappier Carte d’Or Brut, Urville, Champagne, France

Elegant and refreshing with notes of stone fruit, citrus, and brioche.

Pair With:

• Starter: Smoked salmon with dill and crème fraîche or caviar on toast points.
• Main: Lobster thermidor or creamy truffle pasta.
• Dessert: Almond biscotti or lemon soufflé.

12. Bottega Gold Prosecco DOC, Treviso, Italy

Crisp and celebratory with green apple, pear, and floral hints.

Pair With:

• Starter: Prosciutto-wrapped melon or Parmesan crisps.
• Main: Light seafood dishes such as grilled prawns or festive canapés.
• Dessert: Panettone or white chocolate mousse.

Conclusion

This Luxury Wine & Food Pairing Guide is designed to elevate your fine dining experiences beyond the holiday season. Whether you’re planning a special occasion, a gourmet dinner, or a weekend indulgence, these wines bring out the best in your meals.

Explore the refined flavours of Urban Grapes’ Luxury Wine Selection and experience food and wine pairings at their finest.