For a delightful Easter celebration

Easter is just around the corner, bringing with it the opportunity to gather with family and friends, enjoy festive meals, and celebrate life. And what could better round off the celebrations than the perfect combination of wine and chocolate?

 

Wine and chocolate are two of life’s greatest pleasures, and when they come together, a taste harmony is created that is simply irresistible. The rich and complex flavor profile of wine complements the sweet and creamy texture of chocolate in a way that appeals to all senses.

A popular choice for pairing wine and chocolate is the combination of robust red wines with dark chocolate. A bold, full-bodied red wine like a Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon can wonderfully complement the intense flavors of dark chocolate or extra dark chocolate with a high cocoa content of at least 70%. The wine’s tannins harmonize with the bitterness of the chocolate, resulting in a balanced taste experience.

For those who prefer white wine, the combination of dry white wines with milk chocolate is a great option. The fruity and refreshing character of a dry white wine like a Chardonnay can perfectly balance the creamy sweetness of milk chocolate and create a pleasant flavor combination. Of course, there are also red wines that pair fantastically with milk chocolate, such as The Chocolate Block from Boekenhoutskloof. 

For lovers of white chocolate, wine varieties with citrusy or floral aromas, lively acidity, or subtle oak notes with a hint of vanilla are recommended. A light Chardonnay pairs excellently in this case. When white chocolate is combined with fruits like strawberries, we recommend an MCC Brut Rosé with fine bubbles for the perfect tasting experience.

And what could be more delightful than enjoying these delicious treats during Easter celebrations? Easter is a time of celebration and joy, and sharing wine and chocolate with your loved ones is a wonderful way to celebrate this special time. Whether as a gift for Easter baskets, as a dessert accompaniment to the festive Easter meal, or simply as a moment of indulgence in between – wine and chocolate are always a good choice!

Let yourself be inspired and pamper yourself and your loved ones with a selection of exquisite wines and exquisite chocolate varieties, making your Easter celebration an unforgettable culinary experience. We wish you a Happy Easter! 

 White chocolate strawberry

White chocolate with pieces of strawberry

The fruity aromas of the MCC Rosé and the fine bubbles impart a refreshing touch to the chocolate, enhancing the sweetness and fruitiness of the pieces of strawberry wonderfully. 

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GRAHAM BECK
Brut Rosé NV
CHF 19.90 instead of CHF 24.90

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GRAHAM BECK
Brut Rosé – 2018
CHF 24.90 instead of CHF 35.00

WARWICK - WHITE LADY CHARDONNAY

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WARWICK
White Lady Chardonnay – 2021
CHF 19.90 instead of CHF 29.90

CHOCOLATE BLOCK 2021

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THE CHOCOLATE BLOCK
by Boekenhoutskloof – 2021
CHF 24.90 instead of CHF 29.90

 Milk chocolate

Milk chocolate with 36-45% cocoa content/h3>

Wines with fruity and floral notes, along with pleasant acidity, harmonize perfectly with the creamy sweetness of milk chocolate, creating a flavor combination that delights the senses.

Milk chocolate with rum, raisins, and nuts

Milk chocolate with grapes and nuts

Wines with fruity aromas and smooth tannins perfectly complement the sweet and creamy texture of chocolate as well as the fruity grapes and nutty notes.

RAINBOW'S END CABERNET FRANC

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RAINBOW’S END
Cabernet Franc – 2021
CHF 19.90 instead of CHF 29.90

DE GRENDEL PINOTAGE AMANDELBOORD 2021

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DE GRENDEL
Amandelbord Pinotage – 2021
CHF 17.90 instead of CHF 29.00

Chocolate with nougat filling

Chocolate with nougat filling

Wines with rich fruit aromas and silky tannins perfectly complement the sweet and creamy texture of nougat.

Dark chocolate

Dark chocolate with a minimum of 70% cocoa content

Merlot, red wine blends, and Pinot Noir from South Africa make a delicious complement to dark chocolate with a minimum cocoa content of 70%. Their fruity and spicy notes perfectly complement the intense bitterness and rich cocoa flavors of the chocolate, resulting in an unforgettable taste experience.

DE TRAFFORD MERLOT

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DE TRAFFORD
Merlot – 2017
CHF 29.90 instead of CHF 39.00

CONSTANTIA GLEN THREE

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CONSTANTIA GLEN
Three – 2020
CHF 22.90 instead of CHF 32.00

VERGELEGEN MERLOT RESERVE

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VERGELEGEN
Merlot Reserve – 2017
CHF 29.90 instead of CHF 29.90

MOYA MEAKER PINOT NOIR

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MOYA MEAKER
Pinot Noir – 2021
CHF 24.90 instead of CHF 35.00

WARWICK CABERNET SAUVIGNON BLUE LADY

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WARWICK
Blue Lady Cabernet Sauvignon – 2020
CHF 29.90 instead of CHF 39.00

LE RICHE CABERNET SAUVIGNON

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LE RICHE
Cabernet Sauvignon – 2021
CHF 22.90 instead of CHF 29.00

Extra dark chocolate

Extra dark chocolate with at least 72% cocoa content

The intense flavors and robust tannins of Cabernet Sauvignon pair wonderfully with the rich cocoa aromas.

Salted chocolate

Slightly salted chocolate

Slightly salted chocolate pairs excellently with Muscat dessert wine due to the intriguing flavor combination that arises between sweet and salty.

THELEMA VIN DE HEL - MUSCAT

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THELEMA
Vin de Hell, Muscat – 37,5cl – 2020
CHF 15.90 instead of CHF 17.50

STELLENRUST CHENIN D'MUSCAT NOBLE

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STELLENRUST
Chenin Blanc D’Muscat Noble – 2021
CHF 19.90 instead of CHF 24.90

All prices in CHF including VAT. Daily price as of 19.03.2024.
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