wine & cheese?
are there any good websites that give a lot of info on how to pair up wine and cheese? something with advice on how to serve, and what to look for when buying either?
Ive tried googling the topic, and keep getting wierd websites with one or two suggestions- Im looking for something really informative and difinitive.
any favorite websites?
any fave wines or cheeses? :o)
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Wine & cheese are only two of the best things in the world and it's because they enhance the flavor of one another so well.
Thry these sites and enjoy!
http://www.ehow.com/how_2099909_pair-cheese-wine.html
http://www.winewebcentral.com/Awineandcheese/default.htm
Kraft has some really good ones
I really like this website:
http://www.gourmetsleuth.com/cpairing.htm
go to your local wine shop, not the liquor store and ask the guy or gal who really know their wines. they can usually point you in the right direction
In general, goat cheese with most white wines for the acidity balance. They usually don't taste well with reds.
red wines go better with cow milk cheeses which have more body and smoothness.
Sweet wines pair well with blue cheeses.
In the end it is what you like that counts. Select your wine and then buy a couple small portions of cheese to try with it. Keep notes on your preferances or start a good converstaion about preferences with your guests.
Here's a good, comprehensive source you can't beat:
http://garysmarket.com/cheese_descriptions.html
Gary's is one of the best wine and cheese shops in the country.
A lot of people will tell you different things about cheeses and wines. It is truly up to you to experiment with different types of cheeses to see what you like in particular with whatever you will be drinking. Some like mild, some like stronger and some like one in the middle. See what you like and pair it with the wines on a trial and error basis so you know what you like and what you don't. For starters, I would recommend a mild Monterey Jack that will not be overpowering that you can pair with a Merlot and let you proceed on your own according to your own tastes in cheeses. I wish there was an easier way but this method is tried and true.
Good times!!!