A white wine with some creaminess to it, like an oak-aged Chardonnay, is going to highlight the creaminess in the cheese. Also, floral red wines are another awesome pairing partner with tart, intense hard-cheese pasta, especially if there are mushrooms or root vegetables in the sauce.
An Italian Food Lover’s Guide to Pasta and Wine Pairing
Published October 29th, 2019 by Devteam
Nothing beats a delicious pasta dish with a glass of chilled wine. To enhance the experience, you should enjoy your pasta with a wine that complements the flavor of the sauce.
Between red tomato-based sauce, thick and creamy white sauce, and pesto, the wine you pair with it takes it to the next level.
Not a wine pairing connoisseur? No problem. Here, we break down everything you need to know about pairing wine and pasta.
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FAQ
What wine goes with creamy pasta?
For a cream-based sauce like Alfredo, a heavier white wine like Chardonnay balances the sauce’s richness well. The same thing to creamy pasta dishes like carbonara. Chardonnay pairs best with these dishes thanks to its buttery, creamy flavor.
Do you drink red or white wine with pasta?
Generally, red wines tend to pair well with richer and heartier pasta dishes, particularly those with meat-based sauces or heavier flavors. White wines are often paired with lighter pasta dishes, such as those with cream-based, seafood, or pesto sauces.
What wine is best served with cheese?
Bordeaux suits ripe Brie, sweet or fortified reds like port are great with blue cheese; hard cheeses (Manchego or Pecorino) go well with compatriots Rioja or Barolo. Sauvignon Blanc is an ally to goat’s cheese and feta, Chablis with Chaource, Cheddar and Comté, and Chardonnays are a great all-rounder.
What wine goes with cheese sauce?
Go for balance. Big-flavored cheeses like aged cheddar or brick want big, bold wines like cabernet, syrah or an oaky chardonnay. Lighter cheeses like colby or monterey jack will do better with lighter wines like pinot noir, pinot grigio or sauvignon blanc.
