How to host your first blind ERRE wine-tasting dinner party with your friends.

ERRE
Jan 30
2 min read

Hosting a blind wine-tasting dinner party can be an exciting way to explore different wines and enjoy a delightful evening with friends. Here’s a guide on how to prepare for your event, including essential steps for prepping the wine and excellent food pairings for your selected bottles.

The most important step is that you visit us first and get some ERRE wines! for RSVPs please book here. Of course, this blind tasting works with any wine you purchase at a store. If you decide to use the food recipes make sure you find similar wines to the ERRE wines suggested to use for this blind tasting party.

Top 3 Steps to Prep the Wine

Select Your Wines: Choose a variety of wines to keep the tasting interesting. For this dinner party, consider including Vinas de la ERRE's Mezcla Bordalesa, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cuvée Blanc.
Label the Bottles: To maintain the blind tasting element, cover the wine labels with foil or paper. You can also assign a number to each bottle to help with tracking during the tasting.
Set Up the Tasting Area: Prepare a designated space with enough room for each wine bottle, glasses, and spittoons. Ensure that the lighting is suitable for evaluating the wine colors, and provide note cards for guests to jot down their impressions.

Easy Dinner Recipe Options

For Viñas de la ERRE's Mezcla Bordalesa

Grilled Lamb Chops with Rosemary: Marinate lamb chops in olive oil, garlic, and rosemary, then grill to perfection.
Stuffed Bell Peppers with Quinoa and Black Beans: Fill bell peppers with a savory mix of quinoa, black beans, and spices, then bake until tender.

For Cabernet Sauvignon

Filet Mignon with a Red Wine Reduction: Sear filet mignon and serve it with a rich reduction made from the same Cabernet Sauvignon.
Roasted Portobello Mushrooms with Garlic and Herbs: Marinate Portobello mushrooms in garlic and herbs, then roast until tender and flavorful.

Easy Tapas Bites to Pair with the Wine

For Viñas de la ERRE's Mezcla Bordalesa

Chorizo and Cheese Skewers: Thread slices of chorizo and cheese onto skewers for a quick and delicious bite.
Olive Tapenade on Crostini: Spread a flavorful olive tapenade on toasted crostini for a savory snack.

For Cabernet Sauvignon

Mini Beef Sliders: Grill mini beef patties and serve them on small buns with your choice of toppings.
Dark Chocolate Bites: Serve small pieces of dark chocolate to complement the richness of the Cabernet Sauvignon.

For Cuvée Blanc

Bruschetta with Tomato and Basil: Top toasted bread with a mixture of diced tomatoes, fresh basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
Shrimp Cocktail: Serve chilled shrimp with a zesty cocktail sauce for a refreshing pairing.

By following these steps and pairing your wines with complementary dishes, you’ll create an unforgettable blind wine-tasting dinner party that your guests will enjoy and remember. Cheers to a night of exploration and flavor!