Perfect Pairings for Every Bottle
Mvinyo Wines pair extraordinarily well not only with African foods, but also with highly to moderately spicy foods, many ethnic foods, herbaceous foods, red meat, white meat, poultry, lentils, soft cheese and so much more. Find the perfect pairing for your next meal.
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Gogo Merlot
In the Kalenjin language of Kenya, “Gogo” means grandmother, a nod to Mvinyo Winery’s founder, Nelly Some, who was raised by her Grandmom. This bold, elegant Merlot is a fitting homage to her incredible Grandmother, Leah Chemaiyo! Complex notes of cherry, currant, blueberry, and a lovely minerality make this a perfect complement to herbal dishes, red meats, poultry, fish or pasta.
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Rift Valley Riesling
The Rift Valley of Kenya is home to the Kalenjin people, famous, among other things, for producing many outstanding long-distance runners. After tasting this beautifully balanced Riesling with notes of luscious green apple, lemon, and pineapple, you will likely want to run out and get some more! Pair with any aromatic herbs, seafood, poultry, or soft, creamy cheese.
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Rafiki Rosé
In Swahili-speaking East Africa, “Rafiki” means “Friend.” What better drink to share among great friends than this delicious Yakima Valley AVA Rosé Wine, with brilliant notes of strawberry, rhubarb, and guava! Rafiki Rosé Wine is a perfect companion to spicy foods, smoked meats, ricotta, or goat cheese.
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Calabash Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve
The Calabash, a gourd used for storing milk, is an incredibly important symbol of the Kalenjin tribe of Kenya. Calabash Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve is a bold, vibrant, luxurious wine with elegant notes of plum, cherry, blackberry, and cinnamon. Enjoy it with beef, hearty sauces, mushrooms, or lentils...or send your palate into overdrive by pairing it with a spicy African dish!
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Samaki Sauvignon Blanc
Fish (or “Samaki” in Swahili) is cherished at the dinner table in Africa and around the world. This gorgeous Sauvignon Blanc, fermented in natural oak, with crisp notes of lemon, grapefruit, kiwi and pear, is the perfect partner for not only fish, but also other seafoods, herbal dishes, or any spicy African cuisine!
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Eldoret Cabernet Sauvignon
This Columbia Valley AVA Cabernet Sauvignon pays tribute to the city of Eldoret in Kenya. Cattle, ranchers, and farmers abound near Eldoret, so it’s very fitting to enjoy this bottle with red meat!...but you can also enjoy it with any aromatic herbs, sauteed dishes, okra, or chocolate. With intriguing notes of cherry, raspberry, ginger, and a lovely floral undertone, your taste buds will thank you!