Wine Pairing for Different Courses
Aperitifs
- Stimulate appetite
- Light, dry, acidic
- Champagne, Fino Sherry
- Light white wines
First Courses
- Don't overpower palate
- High-acid whites
- Light-bodied wines
- Save best for main
Main Courses
- Peak wine moment
- Match weight and intensity
- Consider sauce over protein
- Temperature important
Desserts
- Wine sweeter than dessert
- Small servings
- Consider fortified wines
- Fresh fruit easiest