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Sauces, Salsas, Chutney

From a spicy-hot salsa to a more mild, slightly sweet one; from a classic French cream sauce to the chocolate-spiked Mexican favorite, mole; and from the popular mango chutneys to ones based on other fruits, there is just no way to generalize what kind of wine to pair with the members of this category. However, it is also one of the most important kinds of wine pairings to understand, for it is often the sauce or accompanying condiment that takes the lead with it comes to the flavor profile of a dish. And it is, therefore, the most important part of the dish with which the flavors of a wine should pair. Read on for specifics.

Recipes

About this section

There are so many wines and so many foods to choose from; so how do you know what to pick? In the Classicwines Food and Wine Pairing Section we want to help you find new recipes and give you general guidelines on what wine could work with that recipe. The truth is part, of the fun is experimenting with different wines to see what you like. Eat, drink, learn what you can, and share with us what works.

Editor's Picks

  1. Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 2008 Champagne Blend

  2. Ch. ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen 2008 Riesling

  3. Casa Silva 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon