Feb 11 2010
What Food goes with Chardonnay?
Chardonnay is a light-bodied, white wine which pairs well with many different foods. Continue reading to learn about some of the most popular Chardonnay food pairings.
Chardonnay can have many flavors. Some of the most common flavors that Chardonnay has are buttery, mineral, fruit, and oak flavors. Depending on the aging process and the location the wine was made, it can have any combination of these flavors.
One of my favorite things to pair Chardonnay with is some tasty cheese. The best cheeses to go with your glass of Chardonnay are a mild cheddar or provolone.
If you are looking to pair your Chardonnay with dinner then you should stick with light colored dishes like chicken breast, shrimp, pork, and salmon.
Adding a white cream sauce with your chicken or pork really pairs perfectly with Chardonnay.
You can also match up your wine with sides or appetizers. The best matches are oysters, clams, and crab cakes. As you can see white wine pairs well with chicken and seafood.
Now moving on to dessert! Chardonnay pairs great with fresh fruit. Some of my favorites are pineapple and melon.
Any dish that is made with a red sauce or red meat should be paired with a red wine. The different flavors of white wine and red meats/sauces don’t pair well together.
Although red wine is supposed to be served just under room temperature, you are going to want to keep your Chardonnay a bit cooler around 54-56 degrees F. Many people overcool the wine and end up losing a lot of the flavor.
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