CHOCOLATE
& WINE
The Perfect Pairing – Planning
Ahead for Valentine’s Day!
E
ach year on February 14th,
many people purchase candy,
cards, flowers and other gifts
for their special Valentine.
On this day, many people also drink
wine. So, what do you pair with the
chocolates in those heart shaped
boxes?
Below are some chocolate and wine
pairing options that will give you major
brownie points along with a beautiful
chocolate wine pairing experience.
Dark or Bittersweet Chocolates pair
well with:
• Cabernet Sauvignon
• Merlot
• Grenache
• Malbec
• Sherry
Milk Chocolates pair well with:
• Pinot Noir
• Merlot
• Sherry
• Sauternes
• Madeira
White Chocolates pair well with:
• Gewurztraminer
• Sherry
• Moscato d’Asti
If you decide to have Champagne or
Sparkling Wine with your chocolates,
choose one with demi-se c or doux on
the label, which is an indication of a
sweeter sparkling.
Chocolate
covered
strawberries
pair well with a Rose Champagne or
Sparkling Wine.
Another special touch to add to your
special day - take 2 champagne flutes
place strawberries in the bottom
and fill the flute with your favorite
Champagne or Sparkling Wine and
you will have a beautifully, decorated
wine treat.
Happy Valentine’s Day and Cheers!
Regina Jackson
Wine and Gift Shoppe
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