With Chinese New Year lurking around the corner -we know by now that there is only one way to welcome the new year- it is to gather family and friends and feast your hearts out for the next 1 month. All in the name of ushering good luck, wealth and a truck load of prosperity.
And if you find yourself wondering what should you drink with all these festive food ? We are here to help ! By preparing a list of versatile, great value wines for you to share, and trust us when we say your lazy susan will be working alot harder this CNY.
Yu Sheng Paired With: Vacheron Sancerre Blanc
While you compete to see how high you can toss this medly of ingrediants while crying out "huat ah" - it's also the perfect moment to crack open a bottle Vacheron Sancerre - Not only is the freshness, layers and structure a great match with your Lo Hei. It is also a refreshing way to kickstart the new year!
Bak Kwa Paired With: Héritage d'Aqueria Lirac Rouge
This savoury and sweet snack is a staple in everyone's house during CNY. The perfect pairing would require a wine that could cut out that richness while matching the smokiness and sweetness.
The wine offers enough body and flavour to stand up against the Bak Kwa's strong profile.
Suckling Pig Paired With: Pio Cesare "Fides" Barbera d'Alba DOC
This beautiful italian wine offers sufficiant acidity to cut through the richness of the pork, refreshing your palate with each sip. The combination adds a layer of complexity that matches well with the nuances of the roasted dish.
A food friendly wine that ensures that it seeks to only enhance without overpowering.
Huo Guo (aka Steamboat) Paired With: Schlumberger Riesling Kitterlé Grand Cru
Featuring a myriad of yummy meats, an array of vegetables and prawn paste everything in a hot pot of soup - Steamboat has always been unbelievably irresistible. Although you often find yourself spoilt for choice with soup selection, you'll need a wine that is versitile. One that could go well with seafood while still be able to complement meats - This dry riesling will do all that and more.
Big celebrations often call for an equally large smorgasboard of food. And is there really that one wine to rule them all ?
The only way to find out the best pairing is explore with an open heart !
Embrace the nuances and enjoy the ride !
Xing Nian Kuai Le everyone.
Huat ah.
