We paired the chilled white wine with roasted asparagus, baby summer squash, seafood, French bread and a variety of cheeses. The first fresh, delicate flavor was of pear, not overly sweet but just a hint of summer to come. The honey and apricot flavors added to the complexity of this wine, but again, just reminders rather than big shouts. This is a wine that can be a treat by itself or a fantastic accompaniment to appetizers or main courses. Lucky Penny White has a pleasing aroma and invites you to go beyond just a taste.
After decanting Lucky Penny Red, our first impressions were of chocolate, vanilla and blueberry, although we also thought of almonds and French macaroons. We paired it with fruit and chocolate and it was never overpowering or overpowered. It retains its distinct, rich flavor throughout the courses and from first to second glass. There is no after taste; it is a delight on the palate. This red will go well with main dishes of meats or seafood as well as desserts.
The Lucky Penny wines are new labels from Australia. Yellow Tail is a popular selection in our local liquor store. This lucky red and white has been available since March and should bring in the best weather, if only in taste. Simple but effective labeling means the name, Lucky Penny, is easy to see and clearly indicates the composition and flavors of both white and red. Twist tops make it readily accessible.
Good luck, good friends and good food: what more could one ask for?
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