CHRISTMAS PAIRINGS: Enjoy our wines with traditional dishes to celebrate the holidays
At Vinyes d’Olivardots we want to share some pairing suggestions so you can enjoy our wines at the Christmas table. From light appetizers to more intense stews, these combinations are ideal for getting to know and enjoy our wines!
We propose four pairings designed so that each wine shines to its fullest and harmonizes with dishes that transport you to the heart of the Empordà.
Blanc de Gresa: a gastronomic white for more structured dishes
Blanc de Gresa is a more complex white wine, full-bodied and with deep aromas of honey, vanilla and a touch of pastries.
It is a wine that fills the palate with a wealth of flavors and offers a gastronomic experience in itself.
Food pairing suggestion: This wine deserves a special pairing. Pair it with baked hake with a mild seafood and vegetable sauce, or scallops gratin with a touch of butter and thyme. The flavors of Blanc de Gresa will blend with the soft and creamy notes of these dishes, making this pairing an experience full of elegance.
Gresa Negre: depth and intensity for main courses
Finally, Gresa Negre is the wine par excellence to accompany the most hearty Christmas dishes. With notes of ripe black fruit, spices and a mineral background, it is a wine that provides complexity and pairs perfectly with meats and traditional stews.
Pairing suggestion: This wine is ideal for pairing with roast beef with mushroom sauce and gratinated potatoes, or with a lamb stew with spices and plums. The intensity and depth of Gresa Negre perfectly withstand the power of meats and sauces, making every bite and every sip complement each other exquisitely.
Amphora Yellow: freshness and elegance to start with an aperitif
We start with our Groc d’Àmfora, a young and fresh white wine, full of floral notes and white fruits. It is ideal for opening the palate and welcoming the flavors of Christmas with a vibrant and light touch.
Food pairing suggestion:
This wine is perfect to accompany a light and refreshing aperitif. Try it with shrimp carpaccio with a citrus vinaigrette or salmon fillets marinated in fresh herbs. The freshness of the wine balances the soft flavors of the seafood and highlights the citrus notes, creating a smooth and elegant starter for Christmas or St. Stephen’s Day lunch.
Red: a young black that adds color and fruit to the table
El Vermell is our young red wine, full of aromas of red fruits, such as strawberries and cherries, and with a subtle acidity that makes it cheerful and easy to drink.
This wine brings freshness and liveliness to the table and invites you to enjoy a good aperitif or even first courses.
Food pairing suggestion:
We recommend the Red with a table of fresh cheeses and soft cold cuts, where the sweet and slightly spicy flavors combine with the fruit aromas of the wine.
It is also a good companion for some toast with mushroom pâté, as the earthiness of the mushrooms pairs perfectly with the fruity character of this young wine.
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Sommelier, Marketing, Comunicació i Enoturisme del celler Vinyes d’Olivardots, DO Empordà
