With the arrival of colder temperatures, many of us are dreaming of settling in at home with our families and loved ones to celebrate the festive season. We hope that your hearts and homes are filled with all the joy that this season brings.
Holiday Dinner Pack
We have curated a few of our favourite wines into a holiday dinner pack that you can enjoy throughout the holiday season. This delicious selection includes one bottle of six distinctive wines from our portfolio. Order this pack by December 14th to ensure it is delivered in time for the holidays. Click here to order.
Golden Riesling 2019: The gentle sweetness in this wine makes it the perfect pairing to start or end a meal. Savour it alongside a cheese plate in the afternoon or a late evening snack, or save it to enjoy with a dessert such as Christmas cake or apple pie.
Small Lot Dry Riesling 2021: This terroir-driven Small Lot Dry Riesling is very food friendly. If you are going to a holiday party and you aren’t sure what to take, this is a great choice because it really pairs with everything. Try it with an appetizer platter, charcuterie, sushi, or any spicy meal.
Cabernet Franc 2020: ‘Tis the night before Christmas and you are wrapping presents by the fire. This is a great time to open up a bottle of Cabernet Franc. The smooth tannins and the velvety soft, fresh finish of this elegant wine also make it a great choice as you cuddle up with the family to watch your favourite holiday movies.
White Gold 2020: Savour the rich and creamy sensation of this decadent full-bodied wine as you enjoy your traditional turkey dinner. This Reserve Chardonnay also pairs well with roasted chicken or grilled lobster with a citrus, white wine sauce.
Meritage 2017: Aged in barrels for 12 months, and now aged to perfection in bottles in our wine cellar, this library wine is a complex and beautiful wine with a lingering, red fruit finish. Pair this Meritage with artisan housemade pizza or lasagna and a game night with the family.
Merlot Reserve 2019: Handcrafted from our finest 100% estate grown Merlot grapes from our Dry Creek Vineyard, this Gold Medal winning Merlot Reserve has been perfectly aged in our wine cellar. Savour this elegant wine with a special meal such as prime rib or beef wellington.
Click here to order this holiday dinner pack by December 14th.
Wine Pairings
This special time of year means it’s a great time to open a special bottle of wine. Here are some additional thoughts on pairing our reserve wines with a number of festive meals this holiday season. If you are interested in trying something new in the kitchen, take a look at our collection of recipes and suggested pairings on our website.
We hope you are enjoying the start of the holiday season.
Fort Berens Estate Winery
Information and images courtesy of the winery.
