Epiphany: what wine to drink with a king's cake?

The classic frangipane, rich in almonds and almond cream, calls for a wine that balances the density of flavours. But when Jean Imbert, accompanied by Romuald Bizart and Camille Lochouarn, came up with a galette for the Maison Dior patisserie, it was flavoured with lemon zest frangipane and honey from the House's beehives.

My choice was an Riesling Alsace. The liveliness of this white wine, combined with its subtle notes of peach and citrus, provides a gentle counterpoint to the unctuous texture of the galette.

If your king's cake is a brioche version bursting with candied fruit, then a sparkling wine is in order. A good Burgundy Champagne will elegantly accompany the sweet nuances of the brioche while adding a touch of sophistication to your gourmet crown.

The intense combination of chocolate and orange in a galette deserves a wine to match. For this New Year, La Maison du Chocolat is offering a galette with caramelised puff pastry, mandarin frangipane and dark chocolate ganache. A Banyuls from Roussillon will complete this explosive duo! This sweet red wine offers notes of red fruit and spices that echo the nuances of your dessert, a perfect combo... and a winner!