Impress your guests at your next dinner party by offering classic food pairings that many wine enthusiasts adore. While there are a wide range of dishes and desserts that pair well with a wide range of wines. These classic pairings please even the most delicate palette.
1- Zinfandel and Barbecue – Your guests will enjoy this classic pairing at your next backyard barbecue. The sweet, rich, fruit flavors of Zinfandel compliment barbecue seasonings and grilled meats perfectly.
2- Sangiovese and Tomato Sauce – This pairing is traditional to Italian pasta dishes that are topped with tomato sauce. The tomato sauce and the acidity and flavor of Sangiovese grapes have similar notes that complement each other perfectly.
3- Champagne and Caviar – This pairing is not one you just see in romantic movies, it’s a real life treat and one of the most popular classic parings. Champagne’s bubbly texture and refreshing acidity compliment the texture and unique flavor of caviar.
4- Sauvignon Blanc and Goat Cheese – The vibrant acidity and vivid flavor of Sauvignon Blanc is the perfect contrast to the texture and flavor of goat cheese.
5- Muscadet Sur Lie and Mussels – Muscadet is light-bodied, acidic and dry, which makes it a perfect match for a variety of seafood dishes, especially Mussels.
6- Chardonnay and Lobster – Chardonnay has a buttery, rich flavor that compliments the texture and flavor of lobster. The elements reinforce each other and the combination of Chardonnay and lobster provide a great intensity of flavor.
7- Chablis and Oysters – Chablis is a refreshing wine with notes of spice and green apple. When paired with the texture and saltiness of oysters, the result is a perfect match that has been a classic for years.
8- Barbera and Grilled Vegetables – Barbera is a zesty, sweet, fruity wine that blends well with the grilled, smoke flavor on the vegetables. If you add a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil over the vegetables, the combination with Barbera is a hit with your guests every time.
9- Bordeaux and Roast Spring Lamb – The combination of a full-bodied wine like Bordeaux that has earth notes and dark fruit flavors running through it highly enhances and compliments the herbs and lamb meat.
10- Muscadet and Oysters – Muscadet has long been known to be a great match with any seafood dish. Oysters especially have a great balance, texture and flavor resulting in the perfect balance and enhancement of flavors.
These classic food and wine pairings are delectable and will impress your guests every time. Enjoy sharing these pairings at your next barbecue and dinner party. You are sure to be a popular host.