Love, Wine & Chocolate
Love, Wine & Chocolate...
Long before wine and chocolate became the ultimate symbols of luxury, they were revered as sacred treasures by ancient civilisations.
The Mayans and Aztecs honoured cacao as the "food of the gods," while the Greeks and Romans celebrated wine as a divine gift.
At Criado Wines, we have carefully curated a special selection of wines for this season, perfectly paired with exquisite chocolates to elevate your tasting experience.
Wondering where to find these chocolates? Find out below.
Domaine Bousquet Gaia Malbec 2021
Crafted from high-altitude organic vineyards in Tupungato, this Malbec blends deep blackberry and plum flavours with silky tannins. The intensity of Lindt’s 70% dark chocolate mirrors the wine’s rich complexity, creating an elegant, lingering finish.
Pair it with Lindt Excellence 70% Dark Chocolate (Available at Lindt Chocolate Shop, Brown Thomas).
Luz de Noche Malbec 2022
Born from Mendoza’s sun-kissed vineyards, this lush and fruit-forward Malbec delivers a velvety texture with notes of ripe cherries and vanilla. The smooth and creamy Godiva milk chocolate enhances its softness, making for a delightful, silky pairing.
Pair it with Godiva Milk Chocolate Bar (Available at House of Fraser, Debenhams).
Rutini Cabernet Malbec 2022
Grown in the Uco Valley’s stony soils, this structured blend balances dark fruit flavors with elegant oak aging. The crunchy almonds and sea salt in Tony’s Chocolonely bring out the wine’s complexity, offering an irresistible contrast of sweet and savory.
Pair it with Tony’s Chocolonely Dark Chocolate Almond Sea Salt (Available at Avoca, Fallon & Byrne).
Catena San Carlos Cabernet Franc, 2019
Grown in the cool climate of San Carlos, this Cabernet Franc boasts fresh red berry notes with hints of spice. Montezuma’s ginger-infused dark chocolate enhances its herbal character, making for an exciting and warming pairing.
Pair it with Montezuma’s Spiced Dark Chocolate with Ginger (Available at Marks & Spencer, specialty food stores)
Rutini Colección Malbec, 2021
Sourced from the best Malbec parcels in Mendoza, this wine exudes ripe plum, cocoa, and vanilla notes. The caramel center of Prestat’s truffles melts perfectly with its smooth tannins, creating a decadent, lingering experience.
Pair it with Prestat Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramel Truffles (Available at Arnotts, The Chocolate Factory)
Zuccardi Q Cabernet Sauvignon, 2022
From estate vineyards in the foothills of the Andes, this Cabernet Sauvignon showcases deep blackcurrant flavors with earthy minerality. Pair it with Valrhona’s premium dark chocolate truffles to experience a luxurious, full-bodied harmony of flavours.
Pair it with Valrhona Grand Cru Dark Chocolate Truffles (Available at Cocoa Atelier, Sheridans Cheesemongers)
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