We're Talking Pork!

Pork is one of the most versatile meats to pair with drinks. From slow-roasted belly and smoky chops to pulled pork, sausages and glazed loin, each cut brings something different to the table. That means there's plenty of room to move beyond the usual choices.

Juicy reds are brilliant with grilled or roasted pork, while crisp whites and dry cider are a natural fit for lighter dishes. Malty lagers, saisons and pale ales all work beautifully too, balancing the richness without stealing the spotlight. Sweet glazes, herbs and smoky barbecue flavours can all steer the pairing in different directions.

Bottles We'd Run To

Sylvain Boton Bourgueil Printemps Cabernet Franc

Sylvain Boton Bourgueil Printemps Cabernet Franc

 Schlenkerla Rauchbier Marzen

Schlenkerla Rauchbier Marzen

 Sierra Nevada Torpedo Extra IPA 35.5cl Bottle

Sierra Nevada Torpedo Extra IPA 35.5cl Bottle

 RAEN Sonoma Coast (Royal St. Robert Cuvée) Pinot Noir

RAEN Sonoma Coast (Royal St. Robert Cuvée) Pinot Noir

 Chateau Maison Neuve Cuvée Prestige

Chateau Maison Neuve Cuvée Prestige

Places We'd Start Looking

Wines of Piemonte

Wines of Piemonte

Piemonte produces some of Italy’s most distinctive and age-worthy wines, from structured Nebbiolo and Barolo to vibra...

 Wines of Bordeaux

Wines of Bordeaux

Bordeaux produces everything from structured Cabernet blends and elegant Merlot-based reds to mineral whites and age-...

 Cider and Perry

Cider and Perry

Cider and perry made with the same attention to fruit, fermentation and balance more often associated with ...

 Wines of Etna

Wines of Etna

Etna produces some of Italy’s most exciting wines, combining volcanic soils, high-altitude vineyards and indigenous S...

 German Beer

German Beer

German beer is probably our favourite thing to drink. Crisp Pilsner, soft Helles, Kellerbier, proper wheat b...

Producers We'd Look To

Sylvain Boton

Varner Wines

Tegernseer Brewery

Schlenkerla Brewery

Quinta do Popa