Yummy Magazine Vol 10 - Wine Special | Page 52

WINE PICKS SPLURGE The most expensive bottles of wine in the world might have some of us declare bankruptcy. Fear not, however, because these are great for special occasions or for whenever you may be looking to impress but still come at a pretty decent cost. ERARD SALMON CHAMPAGNE CUVEE PRESTIGE France Ksh 4 900 Available from Le Decanter KEVIN ARNOLD SHIRAZ South Africa Ksh 4 410 Available from Wines of the World Nose: Light and fruity. Nose: Mulberry, spices and red currants. Palate: Medium bubbles, citrusy, creamy with hints of caramel. Palate: Seamless and medium-full bodied with classic dry tannins. Food pairing: Great bubbly for special occasions and celebrations. Food pairing: Lamb burgers, steak, githeri. MOUTON CADET RESERVE SAINT -ÉMILION France Ksh 3 640 Available from The Wine Gallery Nose: Blackberry, wood and fruit with a hint of tobacco. Palate: Spice, leather and blackcurrant flavours with fleshy tannins that lead to a long lingering finish. Food pairing: Grilled beef or pork, beef stews. 52. MARQUES DE CASA CONCHA CHARDONNAY Chile Ksh 2, 495 OAK RIDGE CHARDONNAY California Ksh 2 200 GARUMA SAUVIGNON BLANC Chile Ksh 2 050 Available from Viva Global Available from Salt Bar & Grill Available from Wines of the World Nose: Fig, pear and toasty hazelnut Nose: Fresh apple, melon and pear notes, with a hint of honeysuckle blossom. Nose: Herbs, grapefruit and lime. Palate: Creamy with crisp acidity and a long vibrant finish. Food pairing: White meat, shellfish, fresh cheeses Palate: A soft mouthfeel of creamy vanilla and toasty oak. Food pairing: seafood, tilapia, roasted chicken. Palate: Creamy texture, herbal notes, crisp acidity, nice minerality and a lingering