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Pairing Your Wine with the Right Food

Sometimes the choice in what wine to have will depend on the food you plan to eat at the meal. You can technically choose to have any type of wine you would like, but if you want to enhance the eating experience, then you will consider the right wine to the right types of food. It can take your eating experience to the next level and provide your guests with the results that they need. Some of the food pairings that you can consider when choosing your wine includes:
 
# Red wine pairings: Red wines will often do well with some of the red meats you can serve, like lamb and beef. You can choose a lighter red like the Pinot Noir to go with poultry, and then a Merlot is good for pizza and pasta if you plan to serve those at your next meal. Pick the wine that makes the most sense for what you will be serving at the meal.
# White wine pairings: This is a good type of wine for poultry, seafood, and any dish that has a cream-based sauces. You can do something like a Chardonnay for chicken and pasta dishes or a Sauvignon Blanc goes well with some seafood and salads.
# Sparkling and Rose wines: This is a versatile type of wine that can go with a variety of foods, from the appetizer all the way to main courses. Rose is going to work well with some lighter fair and salads, and the sparkling wine is the choice to go with for celebrations because you can pair it with most meals.
# Fortified wines and dessert wines: You will want to match the dessert wine with something sweet that you can enjoy after dinner. Something like fruit tarts or chocolates go well with these dessert wines. On the other hand, a fortified wine will do the best with cheeses and nuts if the end of the meal treat is a bit heartier compared to a sugary dessert.
 
Come check out some of our options for wine in Vali for your next big occasion. Whether you are planning to have a big cookout with all of your friends or a great seafood feast that is sure to impress everyone, we feel confident that you will want to enjoy some of this great food all the time. We work hard to provide some of the best wines for all your special occasions, whether you are hosting a big event or you just need something for a relaxing night at home. Come and check out some of our delicious wines today!