WINE+FOOD MATCH

THE DISH

Lemon & Garlic Cockles with Creamy Semolina Visit mindfood.com/recipe/lemon-garlic-cockles

THE DROP

The keys to the right wine match for this come from firstly the butter and mascarpone – chardonnay and dairy are great friends – then the creamy polenta, so chardonnay again is great. An excellent choice is the Jackson Estate Shelter Belt Single Vineyard Chardonnay 2019 from Marlborough. It has a silk and cream texture with a scent and taste of cashew nut vanilla and baking spice oak, as well as the right weight and power for this dish. RRP $29. jacksonestate.co.nz