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Lamb Curry

Santa Maria La Palma Le Bombarde Cannonau DOC 2006, Sardinia, Italy ($17)

Loads of cherry and plum flavours, with nice spice, depth and richness and a pleasing touch of acidity on the finish that lends itself so well to pairing with a wide range of cuisines. Possesses an elegance beyond its price. Truly one of the great wine values of the world and an excellent companion for the myriad of spices in the lamb curry. The classic comfort wine.

Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Chicken Noodle Soup

Kruger-Rumpf Riesling Münsterer Kapellenberg Kabinett 2005, Nahe, Germany ($23)

A lively white filled with apricot, apple, and mineral aromas and flavours. Full of intensity, with a green-apple finish that lingers. Crisp and focused, bringing brightness to both the sandwich and the soup.

A Big Bowl of Mashed Potatoes

Black Lagoon Old Bush Vine Shiraz 2004, Languedoc-Roussillon, France ($17)

Stylish with ripe, jammy blueberry, licorice, plum and earthy notes that glide across the palate with supple tannins and a juicy finish. Add a little Parmesan to your potatoes to make them even more comforting and heighten the flavours in the wine.

Pasta e Fagioli

Fabiano La Piazzola Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOC 2005, Veneto, Italy ($15)

Enticing aromas of slightly raisiny fruit with hints of spice. Full-flavoured with a fresh, fruity palate; flavours of dried cherry, plum, and prunes; a good mineral backbone; and a long, silky finish. What a match with this rich and delicious bean-and-pasta soup!

Grilled Pork Chops with Roasted Root Veggies

Cave Spring Pinot Noir 2006, Niagara ($24)

Lovely character with hints of earth, spice and ripe-cherry aromas and flavours matched to a vibrant frame and silky texture. Pork and Pinot: what more could you need?