The “Cheese & Wine Appreciation Guide,” distributed by the U.S. Dairy Export Council, provides a helpful guide for this effort. As my history and category post was paraphrased and quoted, from this wonder source, this one will do the same.
Cheese –
The category includes Brie and Camembert. When selecting a wine to pair with these cheeses, the major factor to consider is the age or ripeness of the cheese. Pair younger Brie with milder, sweeter wines. Pair ripe or mature Brie with fuller, dryer wines.
Wine –
Semi-Sweet Sparkling: Sparkling Muscat, Demi-Sec Champagne
Dry Sparkling: Extra Dry, Brut and Natural Champagne
Light/Medium Bodied Red: Napa Gamay, Grenache, Pinot Noir
Accompaniments –
Tropical fruits, melons and fresh berries, also, stone fruits like peaches or nectarines, and plain water crackers or good crusty bread.
Brie & Champagne – delicious. Well ripened Brie is served on French bread coins and paired with an Extra Dry Champagne. Nectarine slices can be enjoyed on the side or placed in a glass of Champagne.
The Hill Team is partial to champagne and Brenda and I are especially drawn to Soft Ripened Cheeses, especially Brie. I also enjoy wrapping the brie in a sheet of puff pastry and bake it so it is softer and runny.
As I mentioned before, I love cheese – most all types. Pairing them with wine is an extra bonus to their appreciation.
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Maralyn Dennis Hill, The Epicurean Explorer, is president emeritus of International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association, member of Society of American Travel Writers, and Society of Professional Journalists. She is Executive Editor of Luxe Beat Magazine and contributes to other publications. She also speaks and is a guest on many shows. The majority of Maralyn’s articles are now geared to the luxury market, spas, corporate retreats, business events, and culinary tourism, from simple to gourmet. Maralyn’s description of herself: I was born to travel and tell the tale. I’m energized by different cultures in every aspect of their lives, from food, wine, and destination, to how they conduct business. Travel represents a continual geography lesson.
