Wine & Food Pairings
Pairing wines with foods is based on personal preference. The best wine in the world is the one you prefer. The same can be said for food. However, there are some guidelines which are designed to bring out the best in both the food and the wine....a symbiotic relationship which enhances the inherent flavors of each.
The purpose of the chart is to provide you with a guide for wine selection. So use the recommendations, if you choose, but tailor them to fit your own preference. After all, creating your own unique wine and food pairs is a lot of fun. So enjoy!
| Wines | Cheeses | Fruits | Meats/Seafood | Sauces |
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Dry Whites Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon & Champagne |
Brie, Camembert, Cheddar, Cheshire, Emmental, Smoke Mozzarella, Port Salut, Provolone & Swiss | Apples, Pears, Melons, Figs & Citrus Fruits | Chicken, Escargot, Smoked Fish, Dark Meat Fish, Pasta, Turkey, Veal, Lobster, Lobster Bisque, Chowders, Chicken or Tuna Salad & Pate | Dijonnaise, Mushroom, Chapagne, Buerre Blanc, Amandine, Lemon Cream, Basil, Hollandaise, Oil & Garlic, Alfredo & Creamy Dill |
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Blush Traditional Blush, White Zinfandel & Rose |
Fontina, Swiss, Jarlsberg, Jack, Gouda, Feta & Edam | Raspberries, Strawberries, Melon & Fruit Salad | Pork Roast, Ham, BBQ, Fajitas, Chicken, Shrimp, trout, Bass, Salmon, Spicy Crawfish Dishes & Tex-Mex | Mexican, Tomato, Sweet & Sour, Tomato & Gasil Oil & Parmesan |
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Semi-Dry Whites Chenin Blanc, Johannisberg, Riesling, Gewurztraminer & Muscat Canelli |
Fromage Blanc, Havarti, Muenster, Chevre & Mascarpone | Apples, Peaches, Apricots, Mango, Nectarines & Papaya | Fish, Pasta, Chicken Salad, Winged Game, Asian Dishes, German Dishes, Pate, Cajun Seafood, Shellfish, BBQ, Gumbo & Caribbean Dishes | Curry, Hot Mustard, Cocktail, BBQ, Green Pesto, Sweet & Sour, Mexican Tomato & Caraway, Primarvera |
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Reds Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Red Zinfandel, Syrah & Gamay Beaujolais |
Caciotta, Cheddar, Gloucester, Gruyere, Parmesan, Romano, Cheese Straws & White Cheddar | Blackberries, Cherries, Plums, Prunes, Raisins & Raspberries | All Beef Dishes, Italian Dishes, Pizza, Spiced Meat, Lamb, Goose, Game, Beef or Fish Stew, Sausage & Cognac or Pate | Mushroom, Romano & Sour Cream, Fresh Tomato, Bechamel with Parmigiano, Meat Sauce, Basil, Bolognese, Marinara |
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Dessert Wines Port, Late Harvest Riesling, Late Harvest Muscat Canelli & Cream Sherry |
Blue Vein Cheese, Gorgonzola, Gjestost, Gloucester, Mascarpone & Stilton | Strawberries, Raspberries, Blackberries, Figs, Melon, Dried Fruits & Nuts | Sweetbreads, Veal, Duck, & Pate | Chocolate Fudge, Pecan Praline, Orange Liqueur, Caramel, Sweet Fruit, Bavarian Cream & Gorgonzola Cream Sauce |