February Wine
First off there is only one drink you should be contemplating in February - Champagne. Whether buying it for someone else or just drinking it sophistically in a bar hoping for someone to buy you the next glass, Champagne is a luxury drink that makes everyone feel special. If you are looking for a perfect gift then visit www.valentinesgift.co.uk and look for the Bruno Paillard Rose Champagne. A delicate, elegant copper-pink Champagne with subtle Pinot Noir redcurrant and cherry fruit balanced by some creamy, citrussy Chardonnay - all of which is carried by a soft, refined mousse. A classy drink for February - enjoy!
Secondly, to go with our Lobster recipe on page 10 we have decided to help you with a wine to sit by the side of your plate. Any food can exagerate or diminsh the flavour of a wine. And wine can dominate even a rich dish. Food and wine should combine to contribute to each other. A red wine has tannins while there is almost no tannin in white wine. Tannic wines are not suitable for delicate and/or salty dishes as they will kill the subtle flavour of the food. Lobster is a delicate and flavourful dish. Therefore lobster needs a white wine to go with. But not the typical dry white wine we usually drink with fish. It needs intense aromas but has to be delicate and subtle. Sweet white wine can also be a good match. Try these ->
Alsace's Riesling
Bordeaux' Graves
Burgundy's Chablis
Rhone's Hermitage