# The Neighbourhood Pub Wine Quick Guide

Scope: by-the-glass wines only

## Guest Preference Guide

| Guest says | Recommend | Say this |
|---|---|---|
| I want a light easy white | Pinot Grigio, Amori | "This is fresh, fruity and easy drinking." |
| I am having fish | Picpoul de Pinet, Christophe Muret | "The Picpoul is crisp and lemony, so it is great with fish." |
| I like Sauvignon Blanc | Sauvignon Blanc, Ladera Verde | "This is dry, citrusy and a safe Sauvignon-style choice." |
| I want a better Sauvignon | Sauvignon Blanc, Snapper Rock | "This is more aromatic and tropical, with crisp citrus freshness." |
| I am having something creamy | Chardonnay, Samurai Free Run Juice | "This Chardonnay is fresh but has enough body for creamy dishes." |
| I want a classic crisp white | Petit Chablis, Gérard Tremblay | "The Petit Chablis is crisp, fresh and grapefruit-led." |
| I want something richer but still white | Chenin Blanc, The Winery of Good Hope | "The Chenin has apple, pear and a rounder feel." |
| I am having something gently spicy | Vouvray, L'Alcove | "The Vouvray is fresh with a little softness, so it works with spice." |
| I want rose | Pinot Grigio Rose, Amori | "This is crisp, fruity and raspberry-led." |
| I want a fruitier rose | Rose d'Anjou, Les Marlignolles | "This is fresh, fruity and good with spice or lighter dishes." |
| I want bubbles | Prosecco | "The Prosecco is the glass to choose for bubbles." |
| I want a smooth red | Merlot, Ladera Verde | "The Merlot is soft, berry-fruited and easy drinking." |
| I am having a burger or beef | Malbec, El Abasto | "The Malbec has the body and dark fruit for beef." |
| I want a lighter red | La Cueva Pais Carignan | "This is juicy, lighter and a little peppery." |
| I am having pizza | Vina Mues Tempranillo Rioja | "The Rioja is a safe red with tomato and cheese." |
| I want a full-bodied red | Salice Salentino Riserva | "This is the richer, oak-aged Italian red." |

## Food Matches To Remember

| Dish | Wine |
|---|---|
| Battered cod and chips | Picpoul de Pinet |
| Monkfish, prawn and chickpea tagine | Vouvray |
| Red Thai prawn toast | Rose d'Anjou |
| Chicken schnitzel | Petit Chablis |
| Fig and goats cheese salad | Sauvignon Blanc, Ladera Verde |
| Caesar salad | Chardonnay, Samurai |
| Pappardelle with ricotta and lemon cream | Chardonnay, Samurai |
| Aubergine parmigiana | Vina Mues Tempranillo Rioja |
| Bar burger | Malbec, El Abasto |
| Spicy chicken burger | Pinot Grigio Rose, Amori |
| Vegan black bean and mushroom burger | La Cueva Pais Carignan |
| Beef grilled Cuban | Salice Salentino Riserva |
| Tomato and mozzarella pizza | Vina Mues Tempranillo Rioja |
| Chilli and nduja pizza | Rose d'Anjou |
| White mushroom and prosciutto pizza | Chardonnay, Samurai |

## Useful Phrases

- "A safe choice with that is..."
- "If you want something a little fresher, I would go for..."
- "If you want a better glass with the fish, the Picpoul is a nice step up."
- "With the burger, the Malbec has more body than the Merlot."
- "If you usually like Sauvignon, this is the closest match."

## Service Checklist

- Ask whether the guest wants a glass or bottle.
- Recommend one wine first, not a long list.
- Give one reason linked to the dish or preference.
- Use plain words: crisp, fruity, smooth, bold, fresh.
- Remember that by-the-glass wines can be served as 125ml on request.