Pair Wine And Meal

Almost every week, I receive inquiries from my friends on what type of gourmet wine suits a specified food of dish. Most of the time, I tell them to visualize the after taste that a wine might bring to the food. Of course, sweets go with less sweets, while sour goes with sweets. Well, those are just examples, and before you discover it, there is an endless list of combinations. So, how do we solve this problem?

There is no single rule with pairing wine and food. It is safe to say that a good wine completes the course. But, how will you know that it is a good wine that you bought? Just stick to your preferences. What if you are torn between two wines? Well, then, choose the lighter to be served first.

Now, when it comes to flavor, light wines match light dishes. The same applies with food with delicate flavors. For example, a spicy chicken barbecue must be paired with sweet, light wines so as not to counteract the taste of the dish. Meanwhile, fish dishes are usually paired with citrus flavored wines. I know you are thinking of chocolate dishes. Do not pair them with wine, rather, match your chocolate cakes with beer. But, on top of it all, I recommend to serve wine and cheese. I usually do this when I do not have time to prepare for dishes.