Every year, Epiphany lights up our tables with its famous galette des rois. A convivial moment par excellence, this celebration is an opportunity to celebrate traditions while awakening our taste buds. But what would you say to sublimating this experience with an exceptional food and wine pairing? Today, we invite you to rediscover the galette des rois accompanied by a Banyuls Ambré Rédéris .

A Heavenly Tradition ✨

The galette des rois, whether it is with frangipane, brioche or filled with candied fruit, has become an essential tradition. Hiding a bean in its entrails, it makes each tasting a friendly game. Who will be crowned king or queen? This tradition, although playful, goes back centuries and has survived the ages, enriched over time with regional and modern interpretations.

The perfect match: Galette des Rois and Banyuls Ambré Rédéris

If the galette des rois is already a pleasure in itself, accompanying it with good wine can enhance this experience. This is where the Banyuls Ambré Rédéris comes in, a Vin Doux Naturel that goes beautifully with the flavors of the galette. This wine, produced in the Cru de Banyuls & Collioure, offers a unique sensory journey, thanks to its remarkable characteristics:

Let yourself be seduced by its amber, copper and reddish colour that immediately catches the eye, announcing a rare richness and complexity. From the first nose, we are transported by aromas of gentian. Swirling the glass then reveals scents of dried fruits – figs, dates – enriched with subtle notes of walnuts, beeswax and medlar. A captivating and warm bouquet, perfect for the winter months. On the palate, the Banyuls Ambré Rédéris explodes with flavours. Round, delicate and gourmet, its texture highlights notes of fresh walnut, characteristic of its "rancio" character. The finish is long, stretching the pleasure with each sip.

A subtle and delicious agreement

The sweetness of the frangipane, with its nuances of almonds and sugar, is ideally suited to the roundness and aromas of dried fruits of the Banyuls Ambré. Its slightly oxidative character and hints of nuts complement the flavors of the cake, offering a perfect balance between indulgence and freshness. This wine also helps to counterbalance the richness of the dessert, while enhancing its complexity.

Some tasting tips 🍷

• Serve Banyuls Ambré at room temperature or slightly chilled (around 10°C) to reveal its full aromatic palette.
• Choose a suitable galette : the frangipane version is particularly recommended for this pairing, but a brioche galette with candied fruit can also be a pleasant surprise.
• Share with conviviality , because Epiphany is above all a celebration of union and the simple pleasure of being together.

Epiphany is much more than a party: it is a celebration of conviviality and the pleasure of the senses. By choosing to accompany your galette des rois with a Banyuls Ambré Rédéris, you add a touch of originality and refinement to this age-old tradition. So, this year, top off your galette with an exceptional wine and savor every moment.

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