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CHENIN BLANC
A rich body and roundness make chenin blanc
an outstanding partner for all sorts of cheeses.
Pair French Vouvray with fresh goat cheese
and dried apricots for a splash of sunshine
on a winter's day. Cheeses with more density
will emphasize chenin blanc's richness. Pair
a glass with Grafton Village 2 Year Aged
Cheddar and Woods Cider Mill Apple Cider
Jelly and you'll see exactly what I mean.
SANGIOVESE
Best-known for Chianti, this Italian favorite
is loaded with bright red fruit flavors and
firm tannins. Sangiovese is a natural pairing
for cheeses that have body but aren't too
aggressive in flavor. Think Parmigiano
Reggiano PDO or Manchego PDO. Alpine
cheeses also work well—their firm texture and
density smooth out the wine's tannic backbone.
Try Spring Brook Tarentaise and add cherry
preserves to really make the combination sing.
PINOT NOIR
The softer tannins and silky texture of many
pinot noirs make them a gorgeous companion
for many styles of cheeses. New-world pinot
is right at home with cheeses that have a
soft, simple complexion. Try Jasper Hill Farm
Moses Sleeper or Blakesville Creamery Sunny
Ridge. French pinot noir pairs beautifully with
cheeses that are a bit more aromatic, such as
the perennial Burgundian classic, Époisses.
The fresh, delicate, milky fl avor of BelGioioso
Burrata starts with the freshest Wisconsin
milk. Made to order just hours after milking,
Burrata is crafted by hand and fi lled with a rich
stracciatella, its special creamy fi lling.
Look for us in the deli specialty cheese case.
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