Easter Ham & Lamb Wine Pairings

Red Wines to pair with Ham

Pinot Noir

Light to Medium Bodied, Raspberry, Cherry, Currants & Cranberry Notes

• Bourgogne La Champs Pinot Noir – (France) Silky velvet-like texture that is dominated by bright red fruits, cherry, cinnamon spice, and Mediterranean herbs.
• Carmel Road Pinot Noir – (Monterrey, CA) Flavors of cherry pie filling & pomegranates with subtle smokey oak
• Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir – (Santa Barbara, CA) Aromas of spiced cranberry, strawberry. Palate of plum, dark cherry with nuances of anise, tea, and clove. Complex and powerful.
• Deloach Pinot Noir – (CA) Vibrant crimson fruit aromas with subtle hint of spice. Juicy raspberry, cranberry, & strawberry on palate. Graceful & lingering finish.
• Belle Glos Dairyman Pinot Noir – Full bodied for PN, black cherry, subtle nutmeg. Velvety smooth with baking spice & plum)

Syrah

Bold & full-bodied, black fruit and pepper spice

• Cline Syrah – (Sonoma, CA) Deep concentration of black cherry, raspberry, dark chocolate. Medium bodied & supple tannins. Nice, long finish.

Zinfandel

Dark fruit flavors, jammy, with a hint of spice

• Klinker Brick Zinfandel – (Lodi, CA) Notes of plum and cranberry, with a hint of black pepper. The result is a balanced and complex Zin, complimentary to any meal

Gamay

Lively acidity, light-bodied, subtle notes of banana

• Louis Jadot Beaujolais-Villages – Refreshing berry fruit, spice, black cherry. Medium-bodied. Perfect for hors d’oeuvres or Easter dinner.

Cotes du Rhone

Blends w/ dominant red fruits with pepper & spice

• Guigal Cotes du Rhone  – Rich, smooth tannins, lengthy finish
• Perrin Chateauneuf-du-Pape – Lavender and anise notes, peppery finish

 

White Wines to Pair with Ham

Riesling

Can be sweet or dry, but drier Riesling works for Easter

• Trimbach Riesling – (France) Vibrant, citrus & quince notes, great minerality
• Chateau Ste. Michelle Dry Riesling – (USA) Tropical bouquet, crisp, elegant

Misc.

• La Forcine Vouvray – (France) Refreshing, medium bodied. Notes of green apple and pineapple. Great balance between sweetness and acidity.

Rosé

• Whispering Angel Rosé – Dry, peach, cherry, citrus, touch of mango

 

Red Wines to Pair with Lamb

Pinot Noir

Light to Medium Bodied, Raspberry, Cherry, Currants & Cranberry Notes

• Bourgogne La Champs Pinot Noir – (France) Silky velvet-like texture that is dominated by bright red fruits, cherry, cinnamon spice, and Mediterranean herbs.
• Carmel Road Pinot Noir – (Monterrey, CA) Flavors of cherry pie filling & pomegranates with subtle smokey oak
• Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir – (Santa Barbara, CA) Aromas of spiced cranberry, strawberry. Palate of plum, dark cherry with nuances of anise, tea, and clove. Complex and powerful.
• Deloach Pinot Noir – (CA) Vibrant crimson fruit aromas with subtle hint of spice. Juicy raspberry, cranberry, & strawberry on palate. Graceful & lingering finish.
• Belle Glos Dairyman Pinot Noir – Full bodied for PN, black cherry, subtle nutmeg. Velvety smooth with baking spice & plum)

Bordeaux

• Chateau Calet – Notes of crushed strawberries and vanilla with a slight spice. Powerful tannins, yet incredibly smooth.
• Chateau Du Pin – Black fruit notes, soft, easy drinking, bright finish.

 

White Wines to Pair with Lamb

Chardonnay

• Chalk Hill Chardonnay – Bright, balanced, & approachable. Balanced acidity and minerality with notes of fresh peach & honey.
• Bourgogne La Champs Chardonnay – Ripe pear, hints of honey. Freshly composed, creamy, and full bodied.
• William Hill Napa Chardonnay – Creamy & luscious mouthfeel. Notes of apple, pear, & vanilla with slight lemon zest.
• Jordan Chardonnay – Not as oaky, crisp, vibrant acidity, lemon & buttery

Sparkling Wines

• Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs – Vibrant, Meyer lemon, tart apple, pre or post meal
• Pascaul Toso Brut – Crisp, elegant structure, fresh. Pear & apple notes