A Couch, a Movie and a Bottle of Wine
If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that there’s nothing better than a movie night at home. Don’t simply watch a film; experience it with the perfect wine pairing while cocooned in your favorite throw blanket, popcorn steaming in a bowl, and the lights dimmed low. Magnify this Sweatpants and T-shirt affair by pairing a classic movie with a wine that compliments its mood and nuances.However, this luxurious-and budget-friendly-way to unwind can be rendered vapid and stale by wrong choice of ingredients.
As in selecting an appropriate film to fit the evening, choosing a wine goes beyond the options of good and bad. Pairing the proper wine is all about enhancing a mood. It should tantalize and beguile, and pique the senses.No matter what your genre of choice may be, it looks like there’s a perfect wine for every movie. Check out our recommendations for movie pairings and wine.
Action:Pairing Casino Royale (2006) with RutiniSauvignon Blanc
One easy choice for a couch dateis Casino Royale (2006). This James bond classic has held up to time. A modern version of Ian Flemming’s classic novel is sexy, sleek, and emotionally revealing, and a far cry from where Bond began. Set to the backdrop of a high-end poker tournament in Montenegro, the film exhibits a need for a bold, silky white wine.Its sophisticated structure, balanced between dry and velvety, is as complex as Daniel Craig’s conflict between love and virtue
Romance: Pairing The Notebook (2004) with Rutini trumpeter rose_de_malbec
What girls’ night is complete without a celebrity heartthrob to fawn over? With the right glass of wine, any romance is sure to have hearts soaring, tears running, and smiles beaming. That’s why you need a sweet rose wine to will make you feel as light as love does when watching this classic romance movie. The fresh, summery taste of rose will enhance all the love scenes. Its floral undertones will have you thinking of wedding bouquets. A fruity finish will make sure that each minute of the romance movie is as sweet as can be.
Horror: Pairing The Conjuring (2013) with YealandsPinot Noir
For thrill-seekers and adrenaline-lovers this American supernatural horrorwill have you off you couch. Awaken your thrill senses with a glass of Pinot Noir. This red wine may be delicate and fruity, but you don’t underestimate its lively taste. The earthy flavors of this light-bodied wine don’t sit in your mouth for long after each sip.
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Just like a good scream in a horror film, the clear, acidic flavor of Pinot Noir will excite your palate and be gone in a flash. Even better? Pinot Noir’s cherry undertones ensure that your glass a deep, blood-red that would have any vampire dying for a sip.
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