The Basics of Food and Wine Pairing

Good food and wine pairing will enhance your dining experience. Who doesn’t want that?

Wine is one of the most versatile beverages on the planet – and we are eternally grateful for it!

Knowing the basics of food and wine pairing can really help you out when deciding what wine you would like to accompany your meal.

As with many things that involve wine, food and wine pairing can be an intimidating endeavor. 

The point of wine is to enjoy it, not to labor over correctness. So we leave you with these simple tips for pairing your food in the best possible way.

1. Don’t be afraid to experiment with new wines, new types of food and new flavors, because some of them will surely surprise you.
2. When it comes to matching textures, think alike. Light food is best paired with a light wine and vice versa.
3. Desserts don’t always have to be paired with sweet foods. Try pairing them with cheese and you will see the difference.
4. And finally, when in doubt, rosé wine. With this wine, you will get the freshness of a white wine, but the astringent touch.

This simple guide is to be used as a guideline and it is important to remember that at the end of the day the most important rule is to trust your own nose and palate, but knowing a few basic rules can enhance your enjoyment.