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Here are the best wines to pair with your fave chocolates

Thinking of pairing wine with something delicious? Different styles of wine pair well with a wide variety of chocolate

The best can be brought out of your favourite chocolate by pairing it with a good wine.
The best can be brought out of your favourite chocolate by pairing it with a good wine. (Thinkstock)

DARK, BITTER-SWEET CHOCOLATE

Tokara Director's Reserve Red 2013

The nose is shy at first, then opens up to a melange of red and black fruits with hints of dried herbs, Eucalyptus, cedar wood and graphite. The flavours are dark cherries, raspberries and blackcurrant.

Price: R400

DARK CHOCOLATE

Steenberg Merlot 2015

Crafted from vines on the cool Steenberg foothills, the fresh and vibrant 2015 vintage is richly rewarding with a mouthful of plum, dark chocolate and black olives.

Price: R175

MILK CHOCOLATE

Creation Viognier 2017

Abundantly fruity and forthcoming yet refined on the nose with fragrant white peach aromas mingling with a rich, creamy character. These follow well onto the palate and combine seamlessly with crisp minerality and natural acidity.

Price: R130