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The Harmony between Food and Wine
Wine is a social drink which should be enjoyed in the company of friends and .. food.
The right combination between food and wine is a source of ultimate bliss for every connoisseur. Both wine and food can benefit from the right pairing. The right wine can accentuate unexpected gastronomical aspects of food and vice versa, wine can shine in a new light when accompanied by the right dish. In order to savor the splendor of such combinations, one does not need to frequent expensive restaurants and buy overpriced wines. Rather, when combining food and wine it is ones intuition and curiosity that are of paramount importance.
Most rules for agreeable food - wine combinations date back to the 19th century and are made by French cooks who travel around Europe showing other nations the French savoir-vivre. It is since then that we know that champagne goes well with oysters, white wine with seafood, and red wine with game and red meats. Those rules, however, have been broken many times throughout the years because the nature of certain dishes and the rich wine variety available allow for a much freer interpretation. For example, some red meats could be made more enjoyable by stronger white wines.
A more practical approach for combining wine with food is to avoid any possible dissonance between them. For example, an exceptional wine stands out much better when accompanied by a not so sophisticated dish that will bring out the wines superb qualities instead of fighting with it. Certain wines and foods have found each other over the years and represent especially suitable combinations. Generally those are the regional wines and foods. Almost all local dishes go best with the wines from their regions.
Some tips for making good food wine choices:
Try to balance the weight of both, i.e. heavy dishes and those with a strong taste, such as game and red meat should be enjoyed with an equally heavy wine. In most cases those are red wines but some full-bodied whites could be an equally suitable alternative.
Dry wines could develop a very unpleasant sour or even bitter taste if served with desserts. Generally deserts are served with wines that are at least comparably sweet, if not sweeter.
Wines with high acidity go best with heavy, rich in fat dishes. This is because the high fat content negates the impact of the acid.
High-tannin wines should be combined with foods rich in proteins. The proteins combine with the tannins, thus diminishing the tannin taste. Wines made from grape varieties that contain a lot of tannins, such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah are an excellent match for red meats and other protein-rich foods. On the other hand, high-tannin wines acquire an unpleasant metallic taste if combined with fish and other seafood. Or they could have an extremely bitter taste when combined with salty dishes.
So finally which wine? You could have in mind the rules above when making your selection but dont be blinded by them and never take things for granted. Even when you are convinced that you have found the perfect wine for a certain dish, a small change, such as a bad yield, a change in the production technology, or other, could disappoint you. So have an open mind and be ready to experiment. Needless to say, a lot of times the results would be a bit strange but thats what will make the whole experience interesting!!
The right combination between food and wine is a source of ultimate bliss for every connoisseur. Both wine and food can benefit from the right pairing. The right wine can accentuate unexpected gastronomical aspects of food and vice versa, wine can shine in a new light when accompanied by the right dish. In order to savor the splendor of such combinations, one does not need to frequent expensive restaurants and buy overpriced wines. Rather, when combining food and wine it is ones intuition and curiosity that are of paramount importance.
Most rules for agreeable food - wine combinations date back to the 19th century and are made by French cooks who travel around Europe showing other nations the French savoir-vivre. It is since then that we know that champagne goes well with oysters, white wine with seafood, and red wine with game and red meats. Those rules, however, have been broken many times throughout the years because the nature of certain dishes and the rich wine variety available allow for a much freer interpretation. For example, some red meats could be made more enjoyable by stronger white wines.
A more practical approach for combining wine with food is to avoid any possible dissonance between them. For example, an exceptional wine stands out much better when accompanied by a not so sophisticated dish that will bring out the wines superb qualities instead of fighting with it. Certain wines and foods have found each other over the years and represent especially suitable combinations. Generally those are the regional wines and foods. Almost all local dishes go best with the wines from their regions.
Some tips for making good food wine choices:
Try to balance the weight of both, i.e. heavy dishes and those with a strong taste, such as game and red meat should be enjoyed with an equally heavy wine. In most cases those are red wines but some full-bodied whites could be an equally suitable alternative.
Dry wines could develop a very unpleasant sour or even bitter taste if served with desserts. Generally deserts are served with wines that are at least comparably sweet, if not sweeter.
Wines with high acidity go best with heavy, rich in fat dishes. This is because the high fat content negates the impact of the acid.
High-tannin wines should be combined with foods rich in proteins. The proteins combine with the tannins, thus diminishing the tannin taste. Wines made from grape varieties that contain a lot of tannins, such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah are an excellent match for red meats and other protein-rich foods. On the other hand, high-tannin wines acquire an unpleasant metallic taste if combined with fish and other seafood. Or they could have an extremely bitter taste when combined with salty dishes.
So finally which wine? You could have in mind the rules above when making your selection but dont be blinded by them and never take things for granted. Even when you are convinced that you have found the perfect wine for a certain dish, a small change, such as a bad yield, a change in the production technology, or other, could disappoint you. So have an open mind and be ready to experiment. Needless to say, a lot of times the results would be a bit strange but thats what will make the whole experience interesting!!
Dry Wine and More
The Harmony between Food and Wine
Wine is a social drink which should be enjoyed in the company of friends and .. food. The right combination between food and wine is a source of ultim...
Click Here to Read More About Wine ...
Featured Dry Wine Items
Gewuerztraminer Beerenauslese 2001
The intense aroma and spicy flavor of the Gewurztraminer Beerenauslese in this sweet style perfectly complimented the trifle’s orange & raspberry flavors. Although the wine is very sweet in this late harvest style, high acidity balances the sweetness and the wine finishes very well with exotic fruit flavors. This Ice wine is a great gift to buy online. (375 ml bottle) 106479 106479
Price: 69.99 USD
Headlines on Dry Wine
WINE OF THE WEEK: 2006 The Four Graces Pinot Noir (Las Cruces Sun-News)
Wed, 01 Oct 2008 22:22:23 PDT
From: Willamette Valley, Ore. If I ever sell my soul to the devil, I'll probably demand payment in Oregon pinot noir. These wines just seem to go from strength to strength.
Economic Woes Raises Wine Industry Questions (Fox 12 Oregon)
Wed, 01 Oct 2008 20:03:04 PDT
SHERWOOD, Ore. -- The grape harvest is getting underway in Oregon's vineyards under the dark cloud of an economic crisis and possible unwelcome rains.
A Cross-Country Journey From News to Wine (US News & World Report)
Wed, 01 Oct 2008 18:27:46 PDT
He heard it through the grapevine: A TV producer follows his nose to a new career.
A good year? Wine growers say so far, so good (KVAL Eugene)
Wed, 01 Oct 2008 16:53:57 PDT
Oregon wine growers were wringing their hands during the long, cool spring and rainy August. Sunny weather in September more than made up for it.
Mercury Chef Chris Ward Now Offers Tasting Menu
Wed, 01 Oct 2008 13:37:56 PDT
Fresh from his “Best Food & Wine Pairing” victory during KRLD Restaurant Week Month victory, The Mercury chef Chris Ward is rolling out a new tasting menu. This guy never stops working his trade. I’ve run the details of his program after the jump. Meanwhile, get a jump on making reservations– Ward is turning out some of the finest food in town. No ’bout a doubt it. Huh? Chris Ward Launches Tasting Menu at The Mercury Chris Ward offers Mercury diners a 5-course Tasting Menu matched
William King ~ The Vintner’s Kitchen: Celebrating the Wines of Oregon
Wed, 01 Oct 2008 11:26:59 PDT
Product Description The second cookbook in the Chef's Bounty series, celebrates the pioneering spirit displayed by our regional wineries and vintners in their quest to produce phenomenal, award-winning wines. A select number of local wineries are pared with regional food in this cookbook that encourages readers to bring Oregon food and ...
Wine Accessories
Brandy Wine
Fine Wine | Fine Wines
The Harmony between Food and Wine
Wine is a social drink which should be enjoyed in the company of friends and .. food.
The right combination between food and wine is a source of ultimate bliss for every connoisseur. Both wine and food can benefit from the right pairing. The right wine can accentuate unexpected gastronomical aspects of food and vice versa, wine can shine in a new light when accompanied by the right dish. In order to savor the splendor of such combinations, one does not need to frequent expensive restaurants and buy overpriced wines. Rather, when combining food and wine it is ones intuition and curiosity that are of paramount importance.
Most rules for agreeable food - wine combinations date back to the 19th century and are made by French cooks who travel around Europe showing other nations the French savoir-vivre. It is since then that we know that champagne goes well with oysters, white wine with seafood, and red wine with game and red meats. Those rules, however, have been broken many times throughout the years because the nature of certain dishes and the rich wine variety available allow for a much freer interpretation. For example, some red meats could be made more enjoyable by stronger white wines.
A more practical approach for combining wine with food is to avoid any possible dissonance between them. For example, an exceptional wine stands out much better when accompanied by a not so sophisticated dish that will bring out the wines superb qualities instead of fighting with it. Certain wines and foods have found each other over the years and represent especially suitable combinations. Generally those are the regional wines and foods. Almost all local dishes go best with the wines from their regions.
Some tips for making good food wine choices:
Try to balance the weight of both, i.e. heavy dishes and those with a strong taste, such as game and red meat should be enjoyed with an equally heavy wine. In most cases those are red wines but some full-bodied whites could be an equally suitable alternative.
Dry wines could develop a very unpleasant sour or even bitter taste if served with desserts. Generally deserts are served with wines that are at least comparably sweet, if not sweeter.
Wines with high acidity go best with heavy, rich in fat dishes. This is because the high fat content negates the impact of the acid.
High-tannin wines should be combined with foods rich in proteins. The proteins combine with the tannins, thus diminishing the tannin taste. Wines made from grape varieties that contain a lot of tannins, such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah are an excellent match for red meats and other protein-rich foods. On the other hand, high-tannin wines acquire an unpleasant metallic taste if combined with fish and other seafood. Or they could have an extremely bitter taste when combined with salty dishes.
So finally which wine? You could have in mind the rules above when making your selection but dont be blinded by them and never take things for granted. Even when you are convinced that you have found the perfect wine for a certain dish, a small change, such as a bad yield, a change in the production technology, or other, could disappoint you. So have an open mind and be ready to experiment. Needless to say, a lot of times the results would be a bit strange but thats what will make the whole experience interesting!!
The right combination between food and wine is a source of ultimate bliss for every connoisseur. Both wine and food can benefit from the right pairing. The right wine can accentuate unexpected gastronomical aspects of food and vice versa, wine can shine in a new light when accompanied by the right dish. In order to savor the splendor of such combinations, one does not need to frequent expensive restaurants and buy overpriced wines. Rather, when combining food and wine it is ones intuition and curiosity that are of paramount importance.
Most rules for agreeable food - wine combinations date back to the 19th century and are made by French cooks who travel around Europe showing other nations the French savoir-vivre. It is since then that we know that champagne goes well with oysters, white wine with seafood, and red wine with game and red meats. Those rules, however, have been broken many times throughout the years because the nature of certain dishes and the rich wine variety available allow for a much freer interpretation. For example, some red meats could be made more enjoyable by stronger white wines.
A more practical approach for combining wine with food is to avoid any possible dissonance between them. For example, an exceptional wine stands out much better when accompanied by a not so sophisticated dish that will bring out the wines superb qualities instead of fighting with it. Certain wines and foods have found each other over the years and represent especially suitable combinations. Generally those are the regional wines and foods. Almost all local dishes go best with the wines from their regions.
Some tips for making good food wine choices:
Try to balance the weight of both, i.e. heavy dishes and those with a strong taste, such as game and red meat should be enjoyed with an equally heavy wine. In most cases those are red wines but some full-bodied whites could be an equally suitable alternative.
Dry wines could develop a very unpleasant sour or even bitter taste if served with desserts. Generally deserts are served with wines that are at least comparably sweet, if not sweeter.
Wines with high acidity go best with heavy, rich in fat dishes. This is because the high fat content negates the impact of the acid.
High-tannin wines should be combined with foods rich in proteins. The proteins combine with the tannins, thus diminishing the tannin taste. Wines made from grape varieties that contain a lot of tannins, such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah are an excellent match for red meats and other protein-rich foods. On the other hand, high-tannin wines acquire an unpleasant metallic taste if combined with fish and other seafood. Or they could have an extremely bitter taste when combined with salty dishes.
So finally which wine? You could have in mind the rules above when making your selection but dont be blinded by them and never take things for granted. Even when you are convinced that you have found the perfect wine for a certain dish, a small change, such as a bad yield, a change in the production technology, or other, could disappoint you. So have an open mind and be ready to experiment. Needless to say, a lot of times the results would be a bit strange but thats what will make the whole experience interesting!!
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Dry Wine and More
The Harmony between Food and Wine
Wine is a social drink which should be enjoyed in the company of friends and .. food. The right combination between food and wine is a source of ultim...
Click Here to Read More About Wine ...
Featured Dry Wine Items
Gewuerztraminer Beerenauslese 2001
The intense aroma and spicy flavor of the Gewurztraminer Beerenauslese in this sweet style perfectly complimented the trifle’s orange & raspberry flavors. Although the wine is very sweet in this late harvest style, high acidity balances the sweetness and the wine finishes very well with exotic fruit flavors. This Ice wine is a great gift to buy online. (375 ml bottle) 106479 106479
Price: 69.99 USD
Headlines on Dry Wine
WINE OF THE WEEK: 2006 The Four Graces Pinot Noir (Las Cruces Sun-News)
Wed, 01 Oct 2008 22:22:23 PDT
From: Willamette Valley, Ore. If I ever sell my soul to the devil, I'll probably demand payment in Oregon pinot noir. These wines just seem to go from strength to strength.
Economic Woes Raises Wine Industry Questions (Fox 12 Oregon)
Wed, 01 Oct 2008 20:03:04 PDT
SHERWOOD, Ore. -- The grape harvest is getting underway in Oregon's vineyards under the dark cloud of an economic crisis and possible unwelcome rains.
A Cross-Country Journey From News to Wine (US News & World Report)
Wed, 01 Oct 2008 18:27:46 PDT
He heard it through the grapevine: A TV producer follows his nose to a new career.
A good year? Wine growers say so far, so good (KVAL Eugene)
Wed, 01 Oct 2008 16:53:57 PDT
Oregon wine growers were wringing their hands during the long, cool spring and rainy August. Sunny weather in September more than made up for it.
Mercury Chef Chris Ward Now Offers Tasting Menu
Wed, 01 Oct 2008 13:37:56 PDT
Fresh from his “Best Food & Wine Pairing” victory during KRLD Restaurant Week Month victory, The Mercury chef Chris Ward is rolling out a new tasting menu. This guy never stops working his trade. I’ve run the details of his program after the jump. Meanwhile, get a jump on making reservations– Ward is turning out some of the finest food in town. No ’bout a doubt it. Huh? Chris Ward Launches Tasting Menu at The Mercury Chris Ward offers Mercury diners a 5-course Tasting Menu matched
William King ~ The Vintner’s Kitchen: Celebrating the Wines of Oregon
Wed, 01 Oct 2008 11:26:59 PDT
Product Description The second cookbook in the Chef's Bounty series, celebrates the pioneering spirit displayed by our regional wineries and vintners in their quest to produce phenomenal, award-winning wines. A select number of local wineries are pared with regional food in this cookbook that encourages readers to bring Oregon food and ...
Wine Accessories
Brandy Wine
Fine Wine | Fine Wines
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