DRINKS: Charlotte’s top sips for fish & chips

It’s National Fish and Chip Day on 2 June – a glorious excuse to indulge in a great British dish. I’m a purist – I love battered cod and crispy chips with lashings of vinegar. Which wines make the perfect pairing? High acidity, unoaked whites or fresh sparkling wines are my choice as they cut through crunchy and fatty elements, lifting them and creating a lip-smacking contrast in flavours and textures.

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