Wine Pairings
Find the perfect wine for your next celebration.
Choosing the right wine:
- Light-colored wines go well with lighter foods, like poultry and fish. White wines tend to bring out the flavors of mild meals.
- Dark wines go well with heavier foods, like red meat, and complement robust flavors.
- You may want to have both red and white wines available so your guests can choose.
- If you buy wine in advance, store in a cool, dark place until you’re ready to serve.
Serving wine:
- Plan on serving 1 to 2 glasses of wine per adult throughout your meal. (One bottle contains about 4 to 5 glasses.)
- A glass with a narrower opening is best for white wines and a wider glass is best for reds.
- Red wines are typically served at room temperature, while white wines are served slightly chilled.
- To chill, refrigerator the bottle for about an hour. If you don’t have enough refrigerator space, put it in a bucket of ice for about 20 minutes.