Traditionally, Chinese / Lunar New Year is about a Reunion of family members and loved ones. It is about blessings, longevity, prosperity, and a time of togetherness. This can be seen in the Reunion dinner compromising of Chinese delicacies. Before we raise our glasses and prepare for a celebration and dive into a gastronomical adventure, let us present you with an ultimate food and wine pairing Guide for Chinese New Year.
Matthew Ng a certified sommelier in Asia’s Inaugural Court of Master Sommelier has had diverse experiences in the Hospitality industry and held several leadership roles in establishing and repositioning well-known Hotels including Marina Bay Sands, Singapore and Galaxy Macau provides his input on how we can make full use of our Christmas celebrations.
What’s better than munching on a bar of chocolate and enjoying a glass of wine? Combining both and indulge in a cup of red wine hot chocolate! As the saying goes, “The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.”, we’re sure this saying is made for red wine hot chocolate. Although, this combination might sound like either the best idea or the worst idea initially and you’re probably a little grossed out by this milk and red wine mixture which is the first reaction of the majority, but you’ll really be surprised how delicious it actually is.
Wine tasting often seems complicated to many, however with some basic pointers to look out for, one will be able to decipher some key information.
A bottle of value-for-money wine is not exactly difficult to find after all! We definitely understand the quandary of searching for bottles of genuine and quality wines in Myanmar… Everyone knows that It is a common behavior to want to spend money on deserving products. With that, you can rest assured that Marco’s Cellar products will guide you to the desirable wine drinking experiences that you have been yearning for! Marco’s Cellar is a merchant with authentic import and export licenses. On top of that, our wines are tax-paid, FDA-tested and kept in optimal condition.
Not only does holding your wine glass incorrectly make you look less classy, it also puts the glass of wine you are savouring to waste. What is the direct implication to this?
If you were to examine one of your latest wine purchases, do you realise that besides its long and slender neck, a corked or screw-capped top and an eye-catching label, there is an indent (commonly known as a punt)?
Burgundy — otherwise known as Bourgogne or vin de Bourgogne is wine made in Burgundy, a region in eastern France. The most famous wines are dry red wines made from Pinot Noir grapes and white wines made from Chardonnay grapes. Other grape varieties such as Gamay and Aligoté are also used, but not as noble as the aforementioned two varieties. Small amounts of rosé and sparkling wines are produced in the region as well.
Mooiplaas Wine Estate & Private Nature Reserve is a winery, vineyard and nature reserve located in the Stellenbosch wine district of the Western Cape, in South Africa. The wine estate dates back to 1806, when its first owner Petrus Bosman acquired the land. The land was subsequently acquired in 1963 by Nicolaas and Mercia Roos.
Chenin Blanc — otherwise known as Pineau de la Loire is a type of white wine grape variety hailing from Loire Valley, France (Anjou-Saumur & Touraine regions) that has been cultivated since approximately 1,300 years ago.
