FATHER’S DAY MENU TOP TIPPLES

Watercress and pea soup

Pair with Co-op Irresistible Fairtrade Sauvignon Blanc 2024, 75cl, South Africa, 11%ABV, £8.85

Co-op Wine Buyer, Ellie Pinfield says, “For this rich velvety soup, I’d recommend our South African Sauvignon Blanc, from our Fairtrade range, which is full of freshness and acidity that will help cut across some of the creaminess of this dish without overpowering the delicate flavours. It is further complemented with strong citrus flavours that won’t be overshadowed by any heat from the chilli oil.”

Sirloin steak with green olive salsa and crushed new potatoes

Pair with Co-op Irresistible Organic Malbec 2022, 75cl, Argentina, 13%ABV, £8.50

Co-op Wine Buyer, Ellie Pinfield says, “Full-bodied red wines are a great choice with steaks, and our award-winning Fairtrade Organic Malbec from Argentina with notes of bramble and black fruit perfectly contrasts the salty flavours of the steak and the olive salsa. With smooth and silky tannins, this ethically sourced wine has bags of fruitiness, that will complement a delicate salad accompaniment like green beans and spinach.”

Strawberry Mille-Feuille

Pair with Co-op Irresistible Prosecco Rosé NV, 75cl, Italy, 11%ABV, £8.50

Co-op Wine Buyer, Ellie Pinfield says, “A dry and lighter style wine is great with fruit-based desserts, and this premium Italian Prosecco Rosé has an enticing palate of ripe raspberries, fresh strawberries and hints of red cherries, which naturally gives off a soft red fruit flavour that will pair beautifully with, and enhance, the strawberry flavours of the mille-feuille.