{"id":1942,"date":"2020-12-18T06:11:23","date_gmt":"2020-12-18T06:11:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/?p=1942"},"modified":"2020-12-21T05:52:08","modified_gmt":"2020-12-21T05:52:08","slug":"5-great-wines-to-enjoy-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/2020\/12\/18\/5-great-wines-to-enjoy-this-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"5 great wines to enjoy this summer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>Article by Deena Hesp<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Long lazy warm days lie ahead of us as the December holidays approach. Afternoon thundershowers are once again drenching our gardens.&nbsp;These are the joys of summer, and what better way to enjoy them than a delightful selection of wines paired with great food?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThere is no better way to enjoy this season than getting together and relaxing with friends and family,\u201d says Thabang Mamkeli, retail assistant from boutique liquor outlet and online liquor retailer Dry Dock Liquor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Known for its impressive range of interesting wines, craft spirits and beers, the boutique liquor&nbsp;is celebrating Thabang\u2019s recently being awarded a prestigious Bouchard Finlayson WSET Scholarship to further his passion in learning about all things wine-related. Dry Dock focuses on making sure the team there is well educated and knowledgeable about the products, offering customers a special shopping experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Twenty-one-year-old Thabang shares his insights on his 5 top choices of summer wines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When pairing, keep in mind the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The wine should be more acidic than the food<\/li><li>The wine should be sweeter than the food<\/li><li>The wine should have the same flavour intensity as the food<\/li><li>Red wine pairs best with bold flavored meats, eg red meat<\/li><li>White wine pairs best with light intensity meats, eg fish or chicken.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Avondale Armilla MCC<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"196\" height=\"600\" src=\"http:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Armilla2013_Web-196-x-600-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1944\" srcset=\"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Armilla2013_Web-196-x-600-2.png 196w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Armilla2013_Web-196-x-600-2-98x300.png 98w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 196px) 100vw, 196px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"http:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/IMG-3322.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1956\" srcset=\"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/IMG-3322.jpg 500w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/IMG-3322-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/IMG-3322-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Armilla is made from 100% Chardonnay grapes that have been organically grown. It is rich and round on the palate; a perfect balance of toasty, warm hazelnut bread, fresh quince and green apple. The fresh effervescent acidity is crisp and lively yet seamlessly integrated on the palate; complemented by a full velvety mouthfeel with hints of citrus \u2013 layer after layer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;This is my very first favourite MCC, and to this day remains my favorite choice of SA bubbles. One has to admire a producer who keeps the MCC for seven years of the lees (ie the yeast remains in the bottle all this time) and as a result, the Armilla delivers small, gracious concentrated bubbles that melt in your mouth, leaving you wanting more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;I would pair this with an interesting cheese and charcuterie board to kick off a celebration or to end a tough day,\u201d recommends Thabang.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bouchard Finlayson Galpin Peak Pinot Noir<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"905\" height=\"905\" src=\"http:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Bouchard-Finlayson-Pinot-Noir-New1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1947\" srcset=\"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Bouchard-Finlayson-Pinot-Noir-New1.jpg 905w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Bouchard-Finlayson-Pinot-Noir-New1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Bouchard-Finlayson-Pinot-Noir-New1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Bouchard-Finlayson-Pinot-Noir-New1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Bouchard-Finlayson-Pinot-Noir-New1-650x650.jpg 650w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 905px) 100vw, 905px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/3fc1b233-c9cb-4c78-8eb3-91739cd59a20-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1958\" width=\"464\" height=\"618\" srcset=\"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/3fc1b233-c9cb-4c78-8eb3-91739cd59a20-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/3fc1b233-c9cb-4c78-8eb3-91739cd59a20-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/3fc1b233-c9cb-4c78-8eb3-91739cd59a20-650x867.jpg 650w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/3fc1b233-c9cb-4c78-8eb3-91739cd59a20.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 464px) 100vw, 464px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>One of SA\u2019s most awarded wine estates, located in the Hemel and Aarde valley in Hermanus, where some of the best pinot noirs originate from \u2013 thanks to a unique combination of soil and climate. This wine is moderately rich yet supple. It exhibits an intriguing, perfumed dark cherry and wild berry, with espresso infused cinnamon spice adding to the appeal. Deftly balanced, it portrays elegance, but the tannins form neatly on a lengthy finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pinot noir always expresses itself best with good food. Avoid any sweetness or too much spice. Enjoy with salmon, duck or pasta dishes. In fact, this wine is bold enough to stand up to many meat dishes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember when pairing to always choose meats that are lighter than the wines. <strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cPinot Noir is a versatile grape that is suitable for any occasion. It is my current obsession. The Galpin Peak is a premium wine, but the investment will be well rewarded. The fruit element, the depth, the layers \u2013 everything\u201d says Thabang.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>DeWetshof Lilya Ros<\/strong>\u00e9<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"683\" src=\"http:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Lilya-Rose.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1948\" srcset=\"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Lilya-Rose.png 683w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Lilya-Rose-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Lilya-Rose-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Lilya-Rose-650x650.png 650w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"http:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/IMG-4097-Pizza.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1959\" srcset=\"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/IMG-4097-Pizza.jpg 500w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/IMG-4097-Pizza-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>What better than a summer&#8217;s day spent pool-side with home made pizza and a good ros\u00e9 wine!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hues of onion-skin and salmon-pink are the result of a ros\u00e9 made with the classic method of bleeding juice of red grapes shortly after crushing. The floral aroma leads to a freshness on the palate showing notes of red berries, stone-fruit and plums, with a lingering undertone of light spice and honeycomb.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cDewetshof recently launched the Cabernet Franc-based Ros\u00e9 \u2013 with its elegant palate, the wine has an excellent structure, bursting fruit notes and overdose of happiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThis fruity wine pairs well with most hors d&#8217;oeuvre,\u201d says Thabang. \u201cRos\u00e9s are so versatile and are the fastest growing wine category in SA this summer.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Carl Everson Chenin<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"872\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Carl-Everson-1150-x-1350-872x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1949\" srcset=\"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Carl-Everson-1150-x-1350-872x1024.jpg 872w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Carl-Everson-1150-x-1350-256x300.jpg 256w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Carl-Everson-1150-x-1350-768x902.jpg 768w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Carl-Everson-1150-x-1350-650x763.jpg 650w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Carl-Everson-1150-x-1350.jpg 1150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 872px) 100vw, 872px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" src=\"http:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/prawn-and-crab-gnocchi.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/prawn-and-crab-gnocchi.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/prawn-and-crab-gnocchi-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/prawn-and-crab-gnocchi-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/prawn-and-crab-gnocchi-650x488.jpg 650w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>South Africa is blessed with lots of old Chenin vines, and this varietal is putting us on the map worldwide. We have seen a definite move to Chenin from varietals like Chardonnay and Sauvignon blanc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Carl Everson Chenin from Opstal wines never disappoints.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The beauty of this wine is even though it stays the same each year (as it\u2019s harvested from the same single vineyard classified block on the farm), each year is different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2017 vintage shows some restraint at first, even a bit shy, but then opens up to show quince and pineapple notes with a freshness and finesse ever present on the palate as yellow peach flavours run through your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The distinctive depth and complexity of fruit we\u2019ve learned to appreciate and love of the Carl Everson Chenin is on show again with the 2017. These precious 35-year-old vines, old French barrels, spontaneous fermentation and minimalistic cellar intervention in the end proclaim our Slanghoek terroir through this wine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Served with prawn and crab gnocchi this delivers a pairing of note.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dry Dock Shiraz<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"577\" height=\"577\" src=\"http:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Dry-Dock-Shiraz.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1950\" srcset=\"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Dry-Dock-Shiraz.jpeg 577w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Dry-Dock-Shiraz-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Dry-Dock-Shiraz-150x150.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 577px) 100vw, 577px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"http:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/IMG-7974-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1961\" srcset=\"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/IMG-7974-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/IMG-7974-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/IMG-7974-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/IMG-7974-650x488.jpg 650w, https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/IMG-7974.jpg 1333w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Introducing Dry Dock&#8217;s very own Shiraz, in collaboration with Delheim estate and from vines high on the slopes of the Simonsberg Mountain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This luscious wine appearance is deep purple in colour, a burst of red fruit aromas ranging from juicy plums, fresh mulberries, flowers and subtle spice on the nose . Dark chocolate notes follow and are supported by a plush tannin structure that lingers on the palate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Does anything pair better with a good braai than a big Shiraz?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What better way to enjoy summer than a delightful selection of wines paired with great food?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1951,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[13],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1942","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-food-wine"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1942","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1942"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1942\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1963,"href":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1942\/revisions\/1963"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1951"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1942"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1942"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/atableforone.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1942"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}