Our Picks for the 2024 Oscars & Wine Night

06 de marzo de 2024
por Greg Martellotto

Choosing the right wine pairings for Oscars Night is like selecting the perfect outfit for a glamorous red carpet event. Just as a well-coordinated ensemble enhances your appearance, the right wine can elevate the flavors of your movie snacks and create a delightful culinary experience. So, let's uncork the possibilities and indulge in these 6 wine pairings that will make your Oscars Night shine like a superstar!

These wine pairings are sure to delight your palate and enhance the magic of Oscars night.

Champagne & Sparkling Wine: The Red Carpet Opener

Kick off your Oscars night in style with the effervescence of Champagne or sparkling wine. Toast to the nominees and the anticipation of the evening ahead with a glass of bubbly. Opt for a luxurious Champagne or a crisp Prosecco to set the mood for a night of celebration and glamour.

Our Picks:

🍿If you’re team “Oppenheimer” choose Champagne De Reyve 1er Cru Brut NV
🍿If you’re team “Past Lives” choose 2021 Blancjat Glera IGT Venezia Giulia Frizzante Unfiltered Prosecco
🍿If you’re team “Anatomy of a Fall” choose Arlaux Brut Grande Cuvee Premier Cru Champagne NV
🍿If you’re team “Poor Things” choose Ca' del Bosco Cuvee Prestige Franciacorta NV
🍿If you’re team “The Holdovers” choose Erik Banti Spineto Rosé Brut
🍿If you’re team “Killers of the Flower Moon” choose Billecart Salmon Brut Rose Champagne NV
🍿If you’re team “American Fiction” choose La Bollina Cuvee Sparkling Bollicina Brut NV
🍿If you’re team “The Zone of Interest” choose Champagne Moutard Climat Richardot Vieilles Vignes NV
🍿If you’re team “Barbie” choose 2021 Nino Ardevi Prosecco Rose Brut DOC
🍿If you’re team “Maestro” choose Scrimaglio Piemonte Chardonnay Sparkling Brut NV

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Cabernet Sauvignon: Hollywood's Bold Companion

For those seeking a wine as bold and captivating as the films on display, look no further than Cabernet Sauvignon. With its rich, full-bodied profile and velvety tannins, this iconic red wine commands attention and pairs beautifully with red carpet-worthy dishes such as prime rib or aged cheeses. Explore selections from Napa Valley or Bordeaux for a taste of Hollywood sophistication.

Our Picks:

🏆If you’re team “Cillian Murphy (Oppenheimer)” choose 2012 Chivalry Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
🏆If you’re team “Jeffrey Wright (American Fiction)” choose 2021 Acumen Mountainside Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
🏆If you’re team “Bradley Cooper (Maestro)” choose 2018 Bibbiani Treggiaia Rosso Toscano Supertuscan
🏆If you’re team “Colman Domingo (Rustin)” choose 2019 Penley Steyning Cabernet Sauvignon Coonawarra Australia
🏆If you’re team “Paul Giamatti ( The Holdovers)” choose 2019 Chateau Plantey Pauillac Bordeaux

Cabernet Sauvignon: Hollywood's Bold Companion

Chardonnay: A Touch of Elegance

Capture the essence of Old Hollywood glamour with a glass of buttery Chardonnay. Its lush texture and vibrant flavors of tropical fruit and vanilla make it a delightful choice for sipping during the Oscars telecast. Whether you prefer a classic California Chardonnay or a crisp Burgundy from France, let this iconic white wine add a touch of elegance to your viewing experience.

Our Picks:

🏆If you’re team “Lily Gladstone (Killers of the Flower Moon)” choose 2021 Heir Apparent Spring Mountain District Chardonnay
🏆If you’re team “Sandra Hüller (Anatomy of a Fall)” choose 2022 Domaine Vincent Wengier Chablis
🏆If you’re team “Annette Bening (Nyad)” choose 2022 Domaine Lejeune Les Grandes Carelles Bourgogne Blanc
🏆If you’re team “Carey Mulligan (Maestro)” choose 2022 Kistler Sonoma Mountain Chardonnay
🏆If you’re team “Emma Stone (Poor Things)” choose 2020 Le Bonheur Estate Chardonnay Stellenboch South Africa

Chardonnay: A Touch of Elegance

Dessert Wine: Sweet Endings

As the final awards are announced and the credits roll, indulge in the decadent sweetness of a dessert wine. Whether it's a luscious Port from Portugal or a velvety late-harvest Riesling from Germany, let the lingering notes of honey and stone fruit bring a sweet conclusion to your Oscars viewing party.

Our Picks:

🎬If you’re team “Anatomy of a Fall – Justine Triet” choose 2011 Chateau Suduiraut 1er Cru Sauternes 375ml
🎬If you’re team “Killers of the Flower Moon – Martin Scorsese” choose 2013 Skyhook Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc 375ml
🎬If you’re team “Oppenheimer – Christopher Nolan” choose 1998 Thunevin-Calvet Maury Vin Doux Naturel
🎬If you’re team “Poor Things – Yorgos Lanthimos” choose Cascina Garitina Niades Brachetto Mosto D’Uva Parzialmente Fermentato
🎬If you’re team “The Zone of Interest – Jonathan Glazer” choose 2010 Calyptra Solvita Late Harvest Cachapoal Valley Sauvignon Blanc 375ML

Dessert Wine: Sweet Endings

With these six wine pairings from Bighammerwines.com, your Oscars night is sure to be an unforgettable affair. From the red carpet excitement to the star-studded celebrations, let these exquisite wines enhance every moment of the evening. Raise your glass to the magic of cinema and savor the taste of luxury with Bighammerwines.com, your trusted partner for "Adventures in Wine." Cheers to a night of glamour, sophistication, and cinematic excellence!

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