Friday, February 8, 2008

Wine, it's what's for dessert

There aren't many things that can make my mouth water more than wine and chocolate. Dessert wines and pairing everyday wines with desserts are becoming more popular, and for good reason. Sweet wines can even replace those decadent calorie rich dishes as dessert all on it's own!

As you are preparing your next meal think about finishing with one of these choices:

Port - The perfect compliment to dark chocolate, cheesecake or Stilton cheese
Madeira - Creme caramel, milk chocolate or coffee flavored desserts will fuse effortlessly
Asti Spumante or Moscato - Fresh fruits and biscotti
Sauterne - Fruits, creme brulee or Roquefort cheese

Of course if you are serving chocolate you can also pair your favorite Merlot, Zinfandel or Pinot Noir for a decadent ending.

When pairing dessert wines it's important to make sure the wine is sweeter than the dessert so it doesn't taste harsh or too acidic. And remember, sweet wines aren't only for dessert, they can be used as an aperitif as well, so don't be shy, greet your guests with a glass!

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