What wines, champagne for a wedding...

[Cane1992]

A wedding with 50 people serving:

HORS D'OEUVRES
* Conch Fritters, Spicy Mango Ketchup
* Chef's Empanadas
* Fresh Asparagus Spears Baked in Puff Pastry with Proscuitto and Parmesan Cheese
* Garlic Bruschetta with Fresh Mozzarella and Ripe Tomato, Virgin Olive Oil and Basil Ribbons


BUFFET MENU
* Caesars Salad, Homemade Garlic Croutons
* Grilled Seasonal Fresh Vegetable Medley, Balsamic Soy Glaze
* Sliced Churrasco, Chimmi Churri on side
* Baked Mahi Mahi with Onions, Peppers, Fresh Tomato and Cilantro
* Oven Roasted Potatoes


What reds, whites and champagne? Also how much?

Thanks in advance to any and all suggestions.

[wineguruchgo]

ok - that's a complex menu. I would keep the wines simple.

For HORS D'OEUVRES I would go with light, crisp light wines like Pinot Grigio and Pinot Noir.

For Dinner I would go with no oak or lightly oaked Chardonnay and either stay with the Pinot Noir or a lighter bodied Merlot or Cab. Much of what you are serving is delicate.

As for bubbly - I would go with Domaine St. Michelle Extra Dry. Don't let the name fool you because it's sweeter than the Brut. It should be approx. $10.00 per bottle and you will only need one case for the toast. I wouldn't spend a lot on it because most people won't drink it.

I'm sure others will have some ideas for you as well.

[Innkeeper]

WG, there's more on this down on Wine & Food Affinities.