Henrique Sa Pessoa
Portuguese seafood rice and garlic clams
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Casal de Ventozela Alvarinho, Portugal, 2024: Majestic, From £11
Casal de Ventozela Alvarinho 2024 is a white wine from the Vinho Verde region of Portugal, made entirely from Alvarinho grapes. It is a light-bodied, dry wine that offers a rich and complex mineral profile, complemented by tropical fruit notes such as peach and citrus, alongside delicate floral aromas. The wine typically features great regional and varietal typicity, with a fresh and enticing character making it a great sipper. It comes with a screwcap closure and an alcohol level of around 12.00%
Poppy O’Toole
Orange chicken traybake
Double chocolate skillet cookie
🍷 Saturday Kitchen wine recommendation
Specially Selected Crémant du Jura, France, 2023: Aldi, £10.99
Specially Selected Crémant du Jura 2023 from Aldi is a sparkling wine made 100% from Chardonnay grapes in the Jura region of France. It is produced using the traditional method, similar to Champagne, offering a fine mousse and an elegant, crisp profile. This wine features bright and fresh aromas of green apple and ripe citrus fruits, complemented by subtle notes of honey and a delicate biscuity character. With an alcohol content of 12%, it is a light-bodied and dry sparkling wine, great for celebrations and an excellent value alternative to Champagne, priced at £10.99. It has received positive reviews for its sophistication and drinkability, making it a reliable pick for festive occasions or as a refreshing aperitif.
Non-alcoholic Option: Cawston Press Sparkling Ginger Beer (Widely Available)
Brie Larson &
Courtney McBroom
Matt Tebbutt
Roast loin of pork with roasted pears
🍷 Saturday Kitchen wine recommendation
Beronia Rioja Reserva, Spain, 2020: Waitrose, Currently £13 (was £17.50)
Beronia Rioja Reserva 2020 is a refined, classic Rioja ideal with rich dishes and well-regarded red wine from the Rioja Alta region in Spaim. Its primarily made from Tempranillo grapes with small amounts of Graciano and Mazuelo. The wine is matured for 18 months in a blend of French and American oak barrels, followed by further ageing in the bottle before release. It shows elegant and fresh characteristics, with vibrant raspberry and black fruit aromas complemented by well-integrated oak notes such as vanilla, chocolate, and subtle spices like clove and pepper. On the palate, it offers a medium full body with bright acidity, soft ripe tannins, and a chalky minerality, leading to a balanced wine with a fresh and slightly tart finish. It has an alcohol content of around 14% and is suited for ageing,
Stuffed and roasted sea bass
🍷 Saturday Kitchen wine recommendation
Piccozza Pinot Bianco, Italy, 2023: Waitrose, £12
Piccozza Pinot Bianco 2023 is a dry white wine from the Trentino-Alto Adige region of Italy, renowned for its fresh and elegant character. This medium-bodied wine showcases aromas of fresh green apple, pear, and touches of pink grapefruit, along with subtle hints of pink peppercorn and apricot skin. The palate is balanced with lively acidity and gentle minerality, delivering a crisp and refined finish. The wine is unoaked, highlighting the purity of the fruit, and pairs beautifully with baked fish, white meats, and pasta dishes. It has an alcohol content around 13% and is praised for its bright, fresh style with a slightly restrained yet charming personality
