Pairings

Top wine pairings with asparagus

Posted on April 14 2025 at 07:36

Whenever anyone talks about foods that are difficult to match with wine, asparagus always comes up but I reckon the problem is overstated.

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The 10 trickiest foods to pair with wine

Posted on May 24 2025 at 10:31

Look up any guide to food and wine matching and you’ll find a list of foods that are regarded as anathema to wine. I’ve done it myself but have come to the conclusion recently that the problems are overstated.

Tags: mint-flavoured desserts epoisses stinky cheese vinaigrette herrings ice cream asparagus green salad soup chocolate fondant pudding curry artichokes tricky ingredients
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The best wine - and other - pairings for leeks

Posted on March 1 2025 at 09:22

Leeks generally feature in dishes in their own right rather than as a side and have a mild sweet flavour you want to respect - unlike fellow alliums onions.

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Pairing wine and artichokes (updated)

Posted on July 15 2020 at 06:47

Artichokes are frequently described as a “wine-killer,” but is that reputation deserved? While it’s true that artichokes can make dry white wines taste unexpectedly sweet, the problem is somewhat exaggerated.