Easter marks the beginning of the autumn holiday season it’s the perfect time to get together with family and friends over a feast before the cold season descends. No matter what’s on your menu, we have a wine to match.
Pétiyante Sparkling and Brunch
To make an occasion of an Easter brunch with friends, serve our sparkling Chardonnay/Pinot Noir, Pétiyante, alongside scrambled eggs and smoked salmon – such a luxurious pairing. The creaminess of the eggs and the smoky flavour of the salmon complement the super fine bead, crispness & texture of the Petiyante.
Other great autumn pairings? New seasons oysters or an oozy baked brie.
Sauvignon Blanc and Easter Seafood
Our cool climate Kangaroo Island Sauvignon Blanc is elegant, clean and crisp. On the nose, passionfruit, lime zest, citrus and sea spray. On the palate, it is delicate and aromatic with a light herbal note, ripe citrus and tropical fruits. The crisp acidity of Sauv Blanc is the perfect foil for your Easter seafood. We recommend the new season’s Kangaroo Island King George Whiting in a crisp beer batter.
Chardonnay and Roast Chicken
The White is crafted in a contemporary Australian style to demonstrate Chardonnay’s elegant varietal character. It is slightly toasty and has flavours of peach, nectarine, melon, and toasted nuts. The fruit sweetness is offset by steely, refreshing acidity and a long finish. The White has just the right amount of texture to pair well with a moist roast chicken.
Other autumn pairings? Perfect with risotto or creamy pasta dishes.
The Rose and Atlantic Salmon
Made in the Provence style, The Rosé is dry, fresh and dangerously easy to drink. On the nose, it offers sherbet, strawberry and melon. On the palate, strawberry, cream, and peach notes, with a light leesy grip, add complexity to the delicious freshness. Try it with fresh-baked hot cross buns or baked Atlantic Salmon.
Other autumn pairings? Try spicy Thai dishes or braised ratatouille.
The Red and Casual Platters
Our elegant cool-climate shiraz is your staple red wine. With pepper, eucalyptus & toasted vanilla supporting the fruit flavours of cherry, mulberry & red fruits. It’s a drinkable mid-weight shiraz with a generous, round mouth feel and a lingering finish. The red offers an easy route to entertaining, paired with backyard BBQ’s, burgers or casual platters with friends.
Other autumn parings? You mid-week slow cooker meal.
Bark Hut Road and Roast Lamb or Pork
Our elegant Bordeaux-style blend is an Islander Estate Vineyards signature wine. With firm tannins, natural acidity, blackberry and sarsaparilla notes at the darker end of the fruit spectrum, vanilla & coconut oak notes. Match it to: Roast lamb or pork.
Other autumn pairings? The umami flavours of a mushroom risotto, or simply paired with an aged cheese by the fire.
Old Rowley and Brisket
Old Rowley is our rich, complex and elegant Shiraz/Grenache blend. Almost Burgundian in its elegance, it’s a medium-bodied wine emphasising freshness over power. Easter is a great time to break out the smoker for a brisket or beef ribs for a crowd. The richness and texture of smoked meat are stunning, with Old Rowley’s supple raspberry and boysenberry flavours, lifted florals, vanilla oak, and clove notes. Its natural acidity will cut through the richness of smoked meats supporting a long balanced finish.
