Pairings | Cinsaut
Cold rare fillet of beef and Cinsault
Posted on January 26 2016 at 09:10
Given that it’s been in the mid-30s in the Cape Winelands recently it’s not surprising the local prefer their beef cold rather than hot but that also requires a change of thinking - from full-bodied to lighter reds.
Mas des Chimères Oeillade 2014
Posted on April 7 2016 at 08:34
You don’t expect to find a wine like this on a supermarket shelf, even in their upmarket in-store cave but that’s exactly where I discovered this delicious organic red in my friends’ local Hyper U.
Alheit Limited Release Red Blend 2018
Posted on June 22 2019 at 14:08
'Dry red wine' doesn’t sound the most compelling description for a wine, especially one that costs £14.99, but when it comes from Chris and Suzaan Alheit, two of the most highly regarded winemakers in the Cape you sit up and take notice.
Most popular
12 great wine pairings with salmon
My latest book
How to Drink without DrinkingFood & wine pros
What makes a vino da meditazione?
About Fiona
Events and appearances
Work with me
