Clarendelle wines now available at Chennai's Avartana restaurant

Clarendelle wine, which was served at the Oscars, is now available at Avartana, a popular restaurant in Chennai. Chef Nikhil Nagpal has introduced a new menu called Kimaya. This menu offers modern takes on traditional Chennai dishes, including items like rasam and brain fritters. Clarendelle is inspired by Bordeaux's famous Chateux Haut-Brion but is more affordable. It aims to provide the best characteristics of Bordeaux in a friendly and enjoyable way. The wine was celebrated during Avartana's eighth anniversary with a special 13-course lunch paired with different Clarendelle wines. Avartana is known for its fresh and contemporary versions of South Indian classics. Some highlights of the meal included a white wine from 2022, a rosé from 2021, and a red wine from 2016. The event featured dishes like stir-fried chicken with buttermilk mousse and pan-seared lobster with brain fritters. The Clarendelle Bordeaux White is made from a mix of traditional Bordeaux grapes, creating a fragrant and fruity profile. It was served alongside spicy dishes, enhancing the flavors of the meal. The rosé, with hints of tropical fruit, complemented seafood dishes like steamed sea bass. The red wine, a blend of cabernet sauvignon, merlot, and cabernet franc, paired well with tender chargrilled pork and other flavorful courses. The 13-course Kimaya menu is available for lunch on weekends, priced at ₹3,950 plus taxes.