The textures, flavours and colours of this salad are a perfect balance for a warm winter treat.Wine match Sorrenberg Gamay 2011, Beechworth, Vic
This is a dish centred around some gamy quail, whose richness is enhanced but also freshened up by quite a punchy, herby and fruity salad. The key elements are the sweet carrots, the rich quail and the general zing of the salad. This is the time for a light red that will draw upon some of the quail flavours, complement the carrot sweetness and not overpower the salad. The dressing isn’t too vinegary so no need to worry about having a highly acidic wine. You could go with a Gamay, the classic grape of Beaujolais, a Pinot Noir or another light, unoaked red variety.
-Dan Coward