Free SOMM Wine and Food Pairing Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the primary principle behind pairing wine with food?

Accepted Answer

Match the weight and intensity of the wine with the food

Answer

Always pair red wine with meat and white wine with fish

Answer

Choose the most expensive wine for any dish

Answer

Always choose a sweet wine for all desserts

Question 2

Which type of wine pairs best with a rich, creamy dish like fettuccine Alfredo?

Accepted Answer

Full-bodied Chardonnay

Answer

Light-bodied Pinot Grigio

Answer

Tannic Cabernet Sauvignon

Answer

Sparkling Rosé

Question 3

What kind of wine would be a suitable match for spicy foods like Thai curry?

Accepted Answer

Off-dry Riesling

Answer

Bold Zinfandel

Answer

Dry Sauvignon Blanc

Answer

Full-bodied Merlot

Question 4

Which of the following wines pairs well with grilled steak?

Accepted Answer

Cabernet Sauvignon

Answer

Sauvignon Blanc

Answer

Pinot Noir

Answer

Merlot

Question 5

What is a good wine pairing for a salad with a vinaigrette dressing?

Accepted Answer

Champagne or Sparkling Wine

Answer

Oaked Chardonnay

Answer

Sangiovese

Answer

Zinfandel