Wine & Food Pairing Chart
This chart provides classic pairing suggestions. Please refer to this as a starting point for your culinary adventures.
| Wine Type | Cheese | Seafood | Poultry | Meats | Herbs/Spices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chardonnay | Brie, Gouda, Jack, Parmesan | Crab, Shrimp, Clams, Scallops, Lobster, Snapper, Salmon, Trout | Chicken, Game, Hens, Turkey, Goose, Duck | Veal, Pork | Basil, Tarragon, Thyme, Curry, Ginger, Nutmeg, Saffron |
| Sauvignon Blanc | Feta, Goat, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Brie | Shrimp, Clams, Oysters, Sole, Snapper | Chicken, Game, Hens, Turkey | Veal, Pork | Basil, Cilantro, Dill, Tarragon, Thyme, Lemongrass |
| Pinot Grigio | Goat, Ricotta, Mozzarella, Fontina, Provolone | Mussels, Sole, Sea Bass, Swordfish, Shrimp, Oysters, Salmon, Trout, Snapper | Chicken, Turkey | Ham, Salami | Tarragon, Thyme, Oregano, Basil |
| Pinot Noir | Blue Cheese, Feta, Cambazola | Crab, Mussels, Smoked Salmon, Shrimp | Chicken, Squab, Duck | Baked Ham, Pork, Smoked Pork | Mint, Tarragon, Cilantro, Ginger, Curry |
| Zinfandel | Jalapeno Jack, Smoked Gouda, Smoked Mozzarella | Scallops, Mussels, Shrimp, Crab, Salmon, Smoked Salmon | Turkey | Pork, Ham, Sausage | Cilantro, Ginger, Curry, Cinnamon, Clove |