The ABCs of Pairing Aromatic Whites These spicy, floral and distinctive white wines are made for summer. But their extroverted personalities require extra care at the table. Aromatic whites are known not only for their vibrant fruit flavors—like citrus, apple, pear, apricot and mango—but also for their strong aromas of flowers and spice. Their vibrant scents and flavors are often best showcased by vinification and aging in stainless steel or other neutral vessels. Common Aromatic Varieties and What to Pair Them With Grüner Veltliner Flavor Profile: Spicy and peppery, with some celery leaf and stone fruit notes. Food Pairing: Roast pork Riesling (off-dry) Flavor Profile: Lime, lemon and peach, supported by floral and spice notes Food Pairing: Caribbean food Assyrtiko Flavor Profile: Notes of citrus punc¬tuated by minerality and salinity Food Pairing: Grilled fish or tomato dishes Riesling (sweet) Flavor Profile: Lemon custard, apple, light spice and honey, balanced by high acidity Food Pairing: Dishes with blue cheese or foie gras Fiano Flavor Profile: Citrus fruits, toasted nuts and mineral flourishes Food Pairing: Pork sausage, aged-hard cheeses Muscat (dry) Flavor Profile: Tropical fruit, orange and honeysuckle Food Pairing: Lightly battered fried fish Torrontés Flavor Profile: Rose petal, white flower, peach and light spice Food Pairing: Charcuterie, cheese Gewürztraminer Flavor Profile: Lychee and rose petal, with a lush mouthfeel Food Pairing: Spicy and slightly sweet Thai dishes Pinot Gris/Grigio (light, dry) Flavor Profile: Pear, lemon and apple, with light floral notes and crisp minerality Food Pairing: Sushi or sashimi Viognier Flavor Profile: Perfumed white peach, apricot, honey and soft spice Food Pairing: Seafood or pan-Asian cuisine
Posted on: Fri, 16 Aug 2013 07:37:07 +0000
Trending Topics
Recently Viewed Topics
© 2015