Wine Pairing Semi-Soft Cheese

When pairing semi-soft cheeses with wine, consider the creamy texture and the mild flavors of the cheese.

White Wines

Crisp and aromatic white wines are excellent choices for semi-soft cheeses.

Consider wines such as Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, or Chenin Blanc. These wines offer a refreshing contrast to the creaminess of the cheese.

• Sauvignon Blanc (New Zealand)
• Chardonnay (France)
• Chenin Blanc (South Africa)
• Grüner Veltliner (Austria)

Rosé Wines

Dry rosé wines with good acidity can be a delightful pairing with semi-soft cheeses.

• Nebbiolo Rosato (Italy)
• Rioja Rosado (Spain)
• Zinfandel Rosé

Zinfandel rosé is a special choice. It offers a balance that combines dryness and moderate sweetness. This balance makes it a great rosé for pairing with basically any cheese.

Red Wines

Look for red wines with soft tannins and fruity flavors.

Options like Merlot, Gamay, or Pinot Noir work well as they will not overpower the delicate flavors of the cheese.

• Pinot Noir (France)
• Merlot (France)
• Cabernet Franc(France)
• Barbera (Italy)

Sparkling Wines

Sparkling wines can be fantastic companions to semi-soft cheeses. The bubbles cleanse the palate between bites and enhances the overall tasting experience.

Go for brut or extra brut styles for a dry pairing:

• Champagne (France)
• Cava (Spain)
• Franciacorta (Italy)
• Trentodoc (Italy)
• Prosecco (Italy)
• Sekt (Germany)
• Lambrusco (Italy)

Fortified Wines

Fortified wines like Port or Sherry can also be paired with semi-soft cheeses.

Try a Port or a nutty Sherry, as their rich flavors can complement the creamy texture of the cheese.

• Tawny Port
• Sherry Amontillado
• Sherry Oloroso

Personal Preferences

Personal preferences play a significant role in wine and cheese pairings, so don't hesitate to experiment to find the combination that suits your taste buds best.

Consider adding some accompaniments like fruit, nuts, or bread to enhance the pairing experience:

• Crusty Bread and Crackers
• Nuts, Peanuts and Fries
• Grapes and Berries
• Olives and Garlic
• Figs and Rasins
• Slised Apple and Pear
• Dark Chocolate
• Rosemary and Thyme

If it Grows Together

If it grows together it goes together.

Pairing locally is a great way to learn more about wine and cheese:

France

Chèvre from Loire is great with Sauvignon Blanc from Loire.

Munster from Alsace is great with Gewürztraminer from Alsace.

French Sauternes with French Roquefort.

Italy

Strong Gorgonzola pairs perfectly with Barolo.

Pecorino pairs well with Chanti.

Pino Grigio goes well with Mozzarella.

Spain

Manchego is gorgeous both with Cava and Rioja.

Alpine

Alpine wines were made with dishes like Raclette in mind.