Our First Ever Wine & Cheese Pairing at Solera Wine Bar
2012-01-16 08:53
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Wine and cheese are seen as some of the most perfect pairings in the world of food and wine. While there are some tried and true classics, Stilton and Port for example, you should pair the two as you would pair any wine and food, with personal preference considered first. "Proper" pairings can be dictated, but if you're not a fan of the wine or the cheese, how can this be a good pairing for your particular palate?
Choose items that you enjoy the flavors and textures of, and then try to use a common sense approach towards pairing the two. Does it logically make sense to pair a huge, oaky, tannic Cabernet Sauvignon with a delicate and floral cheese? Probably not. A fruit forward, light-bodied red might make more sense, maybe even a rose’. Think about contrasts as well, a focused, high-acid, crisp white might help cut through the fattiness of a soft, creamy cheese. Always keep in mind that only you can choose what a perfect pairing is and experimenting might be the best part.
This week we visited our favorite local Wine Bar to do just that, pair some great wine with some delicious cheeses. This was our most enjoyable episode to date. Be sure to check it out and try the pairings on your own! The wines in this video are featured below.
Domaine De Gournier MerlotThis 2009 Merlot exhibits a dark purple color with rich blueberry and plum fruit flavors. Hints of ProvenŠ·al herbs and mint accent the dense fruit profile. The Gournier Merlot is a fantastic value for those who like good Bordeaux styled wines. 85 Points W...
85 points
France • 2009 • 750 ml Domaine du Haut Bourg MuscadetRich for a Muscadet, with a lemon curd core, but still plenty tangy and vibrant, with chamomile, sea salt and savory herb notes cutting through the finish. Drink now. 9,100 cases made. 90 Points Wine Spectator
90 points
France • 2010 • 750 ml |
