Food pairings

Those who nail their ABC (Anything But Chardonnay) colours to the mast are entitled to their view, but, we promise you, there is more to this illustrious grape than meets the eye (or tongue?).

The Italians certainly know what they're doing when it comes to food and wine pairings.

Sheriff Hutton, where York Wines are based, is steeped in history with two castles in the village, only one of which still stands, albeit as ruins.

So many different salads. So many different flavours and textures. Where to start!

Matching wines to the highly spiced complex flavours and heat strengths in Oriental and Asian food can be a challenge.

Shrove Tuesday or Mardi Gras – ‘Fat Tuesday’ in France - has long been a traditional date in the Christian calendar.

If the thought of a buying a dessert wine to match with a pudding leaves you flummoxed about date night, then read on, we have the perfect non dessert wine pairings to enjoy with your desserts!

Those born in the year of the tiger display qualities of leadership and respect. They are courageous, assertive and prone to taking risks.

Burns Night commemorates the life of the Scottish poet Robert Burns who was born on 25 January 1759 and whose best know work is Auld Lang Syne.

A very popular blending grape, Merlot is one of the main Bordeauxvarietals that includes Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and PetitVerdot and is the most widely planted grape in Bordeaux.