Wine & Cheese Pairing Chart
This chart makes wine and cheese pairing easy. Match cheeses by texture and flavor to wines that complement them, and impress guests with effortless combinations. Perfect for parties, charcuterie boards, or casual tasting nights.
Ingredients
Soft Cheeses
- Brie – Chardonnay | Creamy buttery texture matches crisp, full-bodied white
- Camembert – Pinot Noir | Earthy flavors complement soft cheese richness
- Goat Cheese – Sauvignon Blanc | Tangy acidic cheese balances high-acid white
Semi-Soft Cheeses
- Comté – Chardonnay | Nutty complex flavor pairs with lightly oaked white
- Gruyère – Riesling | Semi-hard cheese pairs with slightly sweet aromatic wine
Hard Cheeses
- Aged Cheddar – Cabernet Sauvignon | Bold sharp cheese balances tannic red wine
- Gouda Aged – Merlot | Nutty and slightly sweet cheese pairs with smooth red
- Parmesan – Chianti | Hard salty cheese matches medium-bodied red
- Manchego – Tempranillo | Firm nutty cheese pairs with medium-bodied red
Blue & Strong Cheeses
- Blue Cheese – Port | Sweet wine offsets sharp salty, and pungent flavors
- Salty / Crumbly Cheeses
- Feta – Rosé or Grüner Veltliner | Salty crumbly cheese balances light, crisp wines
Notes
- Serve cheeses at room temperature for best flavor.
- Offer at least one red and one white wine to cover all cheeses.
- Include charcuterie, fruit, nuts, and honey to elevate tasting.
- Label cheeses and wines so guests can explore pairings easily.