The Comfort Case: Soulful Wines & Hearty Pairings – January’s Curious Case

As the sparkle of the holidays fades and the true chill of winter sets in, January calls for one thing: comfort. We’re talking roaring fires, slow-cooked meals, and wines that offer structure, warmth, and complexity.

Our January Curious Case, "The Comfort Case: Soulful Wines & Hearty Pairings," is a collection of six exceptional bottles, hand-selected to be the perfect companion to your favourite winter dishes. This case moves beyond mere sipping and delves into the beautiful harmony between food and wine, featuring powerful reds and one wonderfully textural white that can truly handle the weight of winter cooking.

Your Essential Winter Wine Rack

We’ve curated a diverse lineup that covers every corner of the winter comfort-food spectrum, ensuring you have the perfect bottle whether you’re serving a rich Italian ragu or a classic Sunday roast.

Northern Italian Elegance: The Alasia Monferrato Nebbiolo 2022 is your ideal pasta partner. With its high acidity and fine structure, this Italian red cuts through the richness of hearty, meat-based sauces and slow-cooked dishes, offering bright cherry notes and classic savoury complexity.

The Roast Companion: For a classic pairing, look no further than the Pedestal Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon 2022. This is a powerful, fruit-driven Australian Cabernet that is rich, dense, and full of dark berry flavour. Its structure and soft tannins make it an impeccable match for a traditional roast beef or a hearty beef Wellington.

Savoury Spanish Depth: The Torres Celeste Crianza, Ribera del Duero 2021 brings gorgeous savoury depth. Barrel-aged Tempranillo offers notes of dried fruit, tobacco, and vanilla, making it an incredibly cosy wine that pairs brilliantly with anything involving mature cheese, stews, or cured meats.

Southern Rhône Warmth: For warmth and spice, the Domaine la Bouissiere 'Les Amis de la Bouissiere' 2021 (a beautiful Rhône blend) is perfect. Its blend offers structure and notes of black pepper and dark fruit, making it ideal for lamb, game, or richer vegetarian tagines.

Winter White Texture: Not all comfort comes in red! The Delheim Wild Ferment Chenin Blanc 2023 is a rich, textural white with body and complexity. It’s exactly the kind of wine you need to pair with creamy winter dishes, root vegetable soups, or even pork.

Rustic Portuguese Charm: The Altano Rewilding Edition Douro Tinto 2022 offers rustic, soulful charm. This Portuguese red has depth and structure, making it a rugged and fascinating partner for winter stews and heavy roasts.