Right, come on wine buffs. I am cooking a five course meal for my husband on Saturday night and the main course is slow-braised shoulder of lamb. I need an exceptional red wine to serve with this but take note, he really doesn't like anything too dry or acidic (he enjoys sweeter, softer wines usually). I don't mind if it's an expensive fine wine - I just want the absolute best on our first Valentine's Day as a married couple!|||I agree with Simon R, an Australian Shiraz sounds perfect for a lamb main course. You say that you want to serve an "exceptional" red wine, and Stump Hill Shiraz fits that description perfectly. At around 拢15-18, it's not going to cost you an arm and a leg either. Unfortunately it's not the easiest of wines to find, but there are plenty of suitable alternatives.
To be honest with you, if someone was cooking a delicious lamb meal for me on Valentine's Day (I should be so lucky) I would be perfectly content drinking Wyndham Estate Bin 555 Shiraz, which is widely available. It's one of the most awarded wines in Australia, and is a great addition to any red-meat meal. If you would prefer to buy something a bit more "exclusive", then you might consider the more upmarket George Wyndham or Show Reserve wines from Wyndham Estate. (NB: I have blind-tasted the Bin 555 Shiraz and the George Wyndham Shiraz, and couldn't identify them - they're both great wines)
One last point. If you think that your husband would prefer an old-world French wine, I have no hesitation in suggesting and thoroughly recommending Chateau Bauduc. Their red variety is a Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot blend, and is listed on both Gordon Ramsay and Rick Stein's wine lists.
I hope this is of some use to you, and have a great meal on Saturday!
PB.|||If there is a Nicolas wine shop near where you live, go there for advice. They certainly know their wines. Personally, I would choose a soft red Burgundy to go with lamb. Your local wine merchant will tell you which one is the best value for money.|||Look for a cabernet call Souvreign. I used to work in a restaurant that had a large wine cellar and have compared this wine to several high end wines. I have found this in the stores for about $18-20 and it drinks like a $100 bottle. It is very smooth and not too dry. Enjoy your night.|||needs a bit of power to go with the strong flavoured meat. try an australian shiraz.|||buckfast|||You can try a Zinfandel from Beringer,it's a Californian Red
Wine. It's not a full bodied wine and bit sweet finish and would go well with the lamb. It would also be great even if you have the wine as it's own. If you have a Syrah from Australia specifically from Rosemount Balmorah, it's also a lovely wine your lamb. Hope you both enjoy your Valentine Dinner. Cheers!!!!|||Okay - here goes... Since you mentioned Lamb, here are a couple that if you can find, you'll knock his socks off...
Cristom Pinot Noir - one of the best wines I've ever had. I had it with Lamb and also with Steak and for a Pinot Noir, which is typically lighter, it holds up well! I think it's around $30 a bottle. If you can't find it, Martin Ray makes a very good Pinot too for less money.
Bogle Old Vines Zinfandel - this is a big, round, and incredibly soft wine. Only about $12. Beringer Appelation Collection is an excellent value too - under $20.
Gascon Malbec - actually Malbec is an often overlooked wine - but it's usually soft, smooth and very drinkable. Budini makes a good one too, but the best one I've had is Viu Manent (hard to find). Price range is $13 to $25. Don Rodolfo is excellent too.
Bon apetit. Heck, with a meal and wine like that, he may want to skip dessert!
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