CSW CSW Wine & Food Pairing

Question 1

Which wine is most traditionally paired with oysters?

Accepted Answer

Chablis

Answer

Chablis, with its high acidity and mineral character, is the classic pairing for oysters.

Question 2

Which component in wine most effectively cuts through rich, fatty foods?

Accepted Answer

Acidity

Answer

Acidity acts as a palate cleanser, cutting through fat and refreshing the taste buds between bites.

Question 3

Sauternes is classically paired with which dish?

Accepted Answer

Foie gras

Answer

The sweet, botrytized richness of Sauternes is a legendary complement to the fatty luxury of foie gras.

Question 4

Which wine style best suits spicy Asian cuisine?

Accepted Answer

Off-dry Riesling

Answer

Off-dry Riesling's slight sweetness tempers heat while its acidity keeps the pairing refreshing.

Question 5

Which classic food and wine match pairs a sweet Bordeaux white with a pungent blue cheese?

Accepted Answer

Sauternes with Roquefort

Answer

Sauternes paired with Roquefort is a celebrated contrast pairing where sweetness balances the cheese's saltiness.

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