White Wine
5 New Tips for Pairing Red and White Wines with Foods by Jessica Ackerman
Why does wine taste best with particular types of food? Sometimes it seems confusing deciding which wines we should pair up with which foods. Certain wines on our wall Wine Racks seem to complement certain foods better. However, how do we know which wines to match up with which foods? Although the process is not an exact science, here are some guidelines that can help to make the process simpler:
1. Consider classic combinations
Although the way that you pair up wines with food is quite literally a matter of taste, here are some classic combinations that you may have to consider when serving wine with a meal:
• wine and fish: Red wines typically contain “tannins”,which can create a metallic flavor when combined with fish
• wine and meat: While red wines are generally recommended, do some experimenting to find which specific combinations work best
• wine and sweet foods: During a meal, temporarily halt your wine drinking until after eating your dessert
2. Consider how flavors interact
We all learned in elementary school that our tongue can sense four primary flavors: bitter, salty, sour, and sweet. Meanwhile, our noses can detect more than 200 different scents! Thus, we are able to distinguish numerous flavors and difference in flavors.
Consider this fact when selecting wines for your metal wall wine racks. Ironically, both the clashing and complementing of different tastes can enhance our dining experience. For instance, the distinct flavor of a wine can become heartier or softer, depending on which foods we pair with it.
3. Consider the acidity of the food
This is an important factor to take into account, when choosing wines for foods. For foods that are somewhat sweet, consider a wine that is a little bit drier than the food is. Meanwhile, for foods that are acidic—such as those containing lemon or oranges, select wines that also have acidic hints.
4. Realize that pairing wine and food is not an exact science
Some matches are renowned among wine and food connoisseurs. However, it is important to realize that the most important factor when pairing up wines and foods is your own preference. A combination that may seem repulsive to virtually everyone else could seem to you as a match made in heaven.
5. Determine the meal’s heartiness
When considering which wine to pair up with which foods, consider how heavy or light the foods are. This will help when choosing wines from your metal wall wine racks.
As a general rule, people usually select robust red wines for “heavy” foods, and milder white wines for “light” foods. A mnemonic device that you could use is: red wines for red meats, and white wines for white meats. However, remember that this rule is not carved in stone. Your personal preference in taste is the most significant factor.
Which wines match up best with which foods? When choosing wines for your home wall decor Wine Rack, consider the aforementioned tips. However, remember that ultimately YOUR taste is king!
About the Author
Jessica Ackerman is the senior staff writer for WallDecorandHomeAccents.com – a unique wall art store specializing in metal wall wine racks and wood wall art.
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