Cheese Wine Pairing
The realm of cheese is as vast as the world of wine; there are dozens of styles from all around the world, and, just like wine, each has a unique personality. The good news is that all cheese is compatible with wine. They’re a match made in heaven. Here’s how to pair the most common types of cheese with wine.
Pair fresh cheese and curd cheese like ricotta, goat cheese, Brie, Camembert, burrata and paneer, amongst others, with light-bodied, crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Vermentino.
Semi-hard and hard cheese, like Cheddar, Manchego, Emmental, Gruyere, Edam and Gouda, are best paired with red wine with medium tannins. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Grenache are compatible with this type of cheese.
Blue cheese is best paired with sweet wine, including Muscat, Riesling and the famous Sauternes. Sweetness contrasts with the saltiness in wine, and the sweet wines’ persistency is as lengthy as the intense aroma in blue cheese and rind-washed cheese. Find the right wine for every cheese in our cheese and wine selection below.
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Medoc: Chateau Segondignac RedMade from Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon grown in the communes of St Germain d'Esteuil and Civrac. Intense ruby colour with brilliant, silky tannins, aromas of ripe cherry, very nice freshness.
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Côtes Catalanes: Domaine Boudau Petit Closi Muscat SecLimpid and brilliant colour. Subtle scent of fresh grapes with hints of acacia. The mouth is round, elegant, marked by citrus and white fruit.
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Saint Chinian: Dampt Freres Mas du SoleillerThe nose is concentrated and subtle opening up with aromas of red fruits enhanced by mineral notes of smoked clay (schist). It evolves towards notes of chocolate and liquorice. The mid-palate is orchestrated by a schist minerality which gives fruity volume. This wine expresses aromatic and tactile nuances that continue to develop over time.
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Bordeaux AOC: Vieux Chateau GreanGenerally purple in colour, this cru is marked on the nose by very spicy notes, with a fruit reminiscent of the redcurrant. Produced in an area making essentially Saint-Émilion, this wine benefits from all the expertise of the appellation.
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Cahors: Chateau de Gaudou Tradition RedRound and structured. Pleasantly balanced red fruit notes on the nose, soft in the mouth with silky tannins and a lasting finish. This 'cuvée' is part of the tradition in at Chateau Gaudou.
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Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux: Chateau Les Bertrands Cuvee PrestigeAged in oak and with a distinctive lingering after-taste. A wine you will remember for its elegance and soft tannins. Ability to age.
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Malepère: Chateau de Cointes Marie Anne50% of Merlot completed with Cabernet Franc and Grenache Noir. Rich and intense with a liquorish finish.
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Beaujolais Villages: J.F. PegazCharacterised by notes of red fruits and a supple and balanced palate.
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Ventoux: Domaine Vintur Le Minot RedAn explosion of ripe succulent wild forest fruit, pomegranate, plum and blueberry, leading to deep notes of spice and smooth fresh leather. On the palate there is a sensation of fresh cool evenings and opulent sunshine! Deep ruby colour; high tones of fresh young cassis, and wild thyme finishing with hints of fresh ground white pepper and clean flinty notes.
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Saumur-Champigny: Domaine Moncourt Roche NoireA nose of spices and red fruit with floral notes. Rich and mellow in the mouth, with a fresh and balanced finish.
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Saint-Guilhem-Le-Desert: Terre des 2 Sources Amourettes RoseFragrant aromas of strawberries with a touch of grapefruit and lemon zest, with a long mouth watering palate. The wine taste of summer with fruitiness and clean acidity, matching perfectly with finger food or to be enjoyed on its own.
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Lussac Saint Emilion: Chateau Chapelle des Landes Cuvee Vieilles VignesThis cuvée is elaborated in the greatest tradition 'Bordelaise', emphasising the power of the fruit and the finesse of the tannins.
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Gewurztraminer: Joseph Cattin TraditionFlavourful with rich aromas and distinctive notes of ripe tropical fruits, this wine can be enjoyed alone or paired with spicy and exotic cuisine, strong cheeses or desserts.
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Alsace: Cattin Libre Riesling SecWith a pale yellow lemon colour, this sulphite free Riesling has a nose of citrus (mandarine zest) with a mineral characteristic. Fresh on the palate, dry with grapefruit aromas.
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Pinot Gris: Orange CattinAn orange colour, as a result of its unique maceration. Body and spice, nearly dry, rounded texture. Succulent.
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Mediterranee: Domaine des Amadieu L'Oranginal OrangeA 10-day maceration of biodynamically grown Roussanne and Viognier grapes gives this wine its orange-tinged colour. A light tannic texture and a beautiful aromatic freshness is expressed.
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Collines Rhodaniennes: Jeanne Gaillard Merlot Petit MerleThis 100% Merlot with a deep colour reveals a nose with nuances of stone fruits, sweet spices and a delicate vegetal sensation. The beautifully structured mouth is fresh and long.
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Coteaux du Layon: Domaine de Sainte AnneIts golden robe is reminiscent of the nobility of their terroir. The intense and complex nose releases aromas of honey and acacia, enveloping the palate with great gentleness.
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Medoc: Chateau Villa CarminModern and elegant Médoc, aged in barrels. Notes of red fruit and plum on the nose. Medium bodied in the mouth, aromas of cherries and a fruity finish.
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Bergerac: Chateau La Mouliere Cuvee Prestige RedFull-bodied, supple and balanced with hints of prune and cherry.
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Bordeaux Supérieur: Chateau de Bonhoste Cuvée Prestige RedBeautiful presentation, with a very clear, deep, dark garnet red colour. The powerful, complex bouquet evokes ripe red and dark fruit (prunes, cherries), vanilla and toast, with a hint of smoke. Full bodied, round and fleshy in the mouth, with elegant tannins and beautiful fruity flavours. The finish is fresh with pleasant woody aromas.
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Riesling: Muriel Gueth Original'saceFrom Gueth's terroir rocks of Vosges pink sandstone, it is given fruit, elegance and fresh dry character. Typical Riesling fruity and floral nose, aromas of mainly orange zest, but also pear compote, white flowers and ripe citrus with a delicate and stony freshness.
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Montagne-Saint-Emilion: Chateau La Couronne RedOwner Thomas Thiou produces this wonderful wine on one of the top terroirs in the appellation. Fruity, creamy, very well balanced. A must taste!
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Saint-Emilion: Chateau La Fleur Chantecaille RedThe tannins are enveloping, with a refined balance running throughout, supporting a long, persistent finish. Harmonious and composed, it leaves a lasting impression of depth and finesse.
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Graves: Chateau Bousquet Prestige RedBeautiful aromas of black fruits and spices associated with fine woody notes. A large aromatic palette of cherry and blackberry.
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Bordeaux Superieur: Chateau de Bonhoste Cuvee Bonheur100% Cabernet Franc, a perfect wine with a platter of charcuterie and cheese or even with red meat.
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Jurancon Sec: Domaine Nigri ConfluenceWith rare grapes Camaralet and Lauzet, blended with Gros Manseng, this complex dry wine has aromas of spice and pepper, a hint of acidity, and a delicious flavour of apple.
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Rivesaltes Grenat: Domaine Boudau Sur GrainsA sweet red dessert wine - regarded to be 'French Port'! An experience to be believed, aging very well. Intense garnet colour, with a fruity nose with jammy notes of red fruit. On the palate, aromas of violets, black cherries and liquorice. Silky wine, ample and pleasant.
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Bourgogne Tonnerre: Dampt FreresButtery and complex, balanced green apple fruit.
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Haut-Medoc: Chateau Grand Clapeau Olivier Cru Bourgeois RedA supple and elegant wine complemented by a touch of tannin from the Cabernet. Full and long on the finish.
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