Italian Platter Avignonesi Il Marzocco Chardonnay £29.99 This is an elegant, dynamic and deep wine, the enchanted notes of fresh flowers and vanilla work so well with Italian platter, the mouthwatering flavours compliment the melon and olives and fresh creamy tones work a treat with the meats. Agricola Marrone Barbera d’Alba Carlot £17.99 Spicy cranberry and cherry aromas, juicy and fresh with perky acidity on the finish. If you are looking for a lively and juicy red for this Italian platter, this is the wine for you! Full of flavours that will work alongside all the delicious treats of this platter. Greek Platter Diamantakis Assyrtiko £13.99 This Greek Assyrtiko wine is full bodied with sharp acidity and a touch of concrete minerality. Complimentary flavours of lemons and fresh apple that balance the flavours of the tempting flavours of this Greek platter. The finish is long, rich and complex. Sant’or Krassis £21.99 For a super red to pair with Greek flavours why not give this wine a try. Vivid, ruby colour, cherry and strawberry jam bouquet with gentle earthy hints. Velvety and spicy mouth feel, a must with the aubergine dip! Scandinavian Platter Seven of hearts Pinot Gris £23.99 This super US wine is a perfect pick for the flavours of the Scandinavian platter, crisp, fresh and complimenting citrus hints that balance the prawns and salmon. Aromatic expression and texture give this wine perfect weight to enjoy. Emile Baland Sancerre Croq Caillote £22.99 An absolutely superb Sancerre from a tiny, tiny vineyard – this comes from just 1 hectare of vines on steep, south facing slopes. Perfect balance, zesty fruit flavours and flinty minerality, super with the fresh flavours of the platter.

Sharing platters are great for informal dining and alfresco gatherings or as a starter before a main meal. They can be put together really simply using ready-made shop bought ingredients if preferred or a mixture of home-made recipes and bought products. Food demonstrator & home economist, Teresa Bovey.