An autumnal dessert with caramel, paired with a New Zealand wine that balances sweetness and acidity A New Zealand wine makes this tarte Tatin the perfect autumn dessert. The apples cook in golden-brown caramel, a crispy puff pastry lid holds it all together, and once turned out, the tart glistens with a dark golden sheen. […]
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Sweetness needs acidity—and an ice wine harvested in January There’s one question that’s debated more seriously in Canada than many political issues: Butter tarts—runny or firm? Anyone from Ontario has an opinion. Some want the filling to ooze out of the pastry shell at the first bite—warm and caramel-like, almost liquid. Others insist on a […]
A sweet-and-tart spring treat with a crispy topping A sweet wine from New Zealand provides the perfect aromatic complement to this oven-warm rhubarb crumble, which, with its crisp acidity and creamy, melt-in-your-mouth vanilla ice cream, makes for a culinary highlight. This New Zealand wine offers a brilliant balance of concentrated fruit sweetness and a razor-sharp […]
Traditional Easter pastries with a fruity filling A sweet wine from Canada is the perfect accompaniment to this fluffy Easter wreath, which, with its delicate texture and fruity apricot jam filling, makes for a true festive treat. This Canadian wine offers concentrated fruit sweetness and lively acidity, making it ideal for balancing the buttery yeast […]




