I'd go with a fruity Pinot Grigio.
The light dry style will stay out of the way of the cream sauce and the
fruitiness will work with the curry.

"Jonny" > wrote in message
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> Can you advise me on what wine to choose for a meal we are having this
> weekend with friends?
> Please bear this in mind first.
> Male 1 prefers white wine
> Female 1 prefers red wine
> Male 2 prefers lager
> Female 2 prefers white wine
> All of above will drink any of above.
>
> The proposed menu is a starter of tomato/basil pasta. Meant to be an
> Italian style dish.
> The main is a full bodied curry.
> What I am looking for is suggestions of a style of wine that may suit
> the two very different courses. Grapes etc rather than specific brands
> please.
> Thanks
> Jonny