FOOD & WINE PAIRINGS
CHARDONNAY
GLEN CARLOU CHARDONNAY 2025 Retail price: R195
An expression of generous lemon-citrus aromas, almonds, green apple, delicate pear and melon notes. This Chardonnay shows a sincerely intriguing and elegant nose with an inviting and open mouthfeel, supported by crisp natural fruit acid, finely grained tannins, soft oak spice and floral undertones.
Pairs with the recipe on p64 MASCARPONE-STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH CAULIFLOWER PURÉE
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
GLEN CARLOU CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2023 Retail Price: R195
Ripe blackberry and cherry aromas follow through onto the palate, framing mint and dark chocolate complexity. Fine silky rounded tannins and delightfully lively pomegranatelike acidity contribute to the volume and weight of fruit exploding across the palate, lending tremendous depth and length of flavour.
Pairs with the recipe on p90 DECONSTRUCTED BEEF STROGANOFF
CHARDONNAY
FAT BASTARD CHARDONNAY 2025 Retail price: R125
Expressive tropical fruit aromas intermingle with rich buttery notes and undertones of vanilla. The delicately spiced quality of vanilla is carried through on the palate, along with fragrant notes of acacia flower that present an added layer of complexity. The finish is bright and crisp, ending on an uplifting citrus finish.
Pairs with the recipe on p19 CLASSIC BIBIMAP
MERLOT
ROBERTSON WINERY LIGHT MERLOT 2025 Retail price: R85
Intense aromas of plum, mulberry, cinnamon and spice. Ripe punchy plum flavours and sweet black cherry. Enjoy with poultry, red meat, pork, pastas and salads.
30 | Autumn 2026 • essentialflavours. co. za
Pairs with the recipe on p22 BRAAIBROODJIE JAFFLE WITH RED PESTO