Key takeaways:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n Organic wine pairings with the right foods can make for a magical, thoroughly enjoyable dining experience. The ultimate goal of pairing the proper wine with the right food is to enhance the enjoyment of both.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n We talk about terrific food and organic wine combinations as well as pairing tips.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n To understand how to pair <\/span>organic wine<\/span><\/a> with food, there are two elements to look for.: the flavors of the wine should either complement or contrast with the food. Food flavors and textures play into this.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The weight of the wine also needs to be taken into consideration. For example, a heavier dish, like a thick Porterhouse steak would go well with a weightier wine, such as a cabernet sauvignon or merlot. This meat dish would most likely overwhelm a lighter wine. To take your food and organic wine pairing to the next level, consider the wine\u2019s tasting notes as well as its weight and acidity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Below is a list of delectable <\/span>organic wine and food pairings<\/span><\/a>. It makes for a perfect \u201ccheat sheet\u201d for entertaining and planning intimate gatherings:<\/span><\/p>\n The intense and bold flavor of <\/span>cabernet sauvignon<\/span><\/a> requires heartier and richer foods to cut through the wine. It is usually best paired with a red meat entr\u00e9e but can also work with vegetarian meals such as portobello mushrooms and some cheeses.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Best paired with:<\/b> Red meat Chardonnay pairs beautifully with seafood and fish. Specifically, <\/span>organic, unoaked chardonnay<\/span><\/a> pairs well with sushi and shellfish and brilliantly with salmon. It also compliments foods that have toasty flavors and have been grilled or smoked. <\/span><\/p>\n Best paired with:<\/b> Fatty or sauced fish and seafood Malbec is a red wine that pairs well with meats like filet mignon and pork. When made from organically grown grapes, <\/span>malbec<\/span><\/a> works well with salty and fatty foods. Barbecue and grilled meats create a complex taste that enlivens your palate. Organic malbecs cut through the fattiness of the meat and complement with smooth, supple, berry-flavored tannins.<\/span><\/p>\n Best paired with:<\/b> Meats and pasta With its position in the middle of the red wine spectrum, organic <\/span>merlot<\/span><\/a> pairs well with a variety of foods. Merlots are intense purple with reddish tones. Their noses have red and black fruits mixed with mild spices.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Best paired with:<\/b> Chicken, rich sauces, and hearty casseroles Pinot Noir is an amazingly versatile option that pairs well with red meat and fish. Foods that compliment <\/span>pinot noir<\/span><\/a> include salmon or other fatty fish, roasted chicken, and pasta dishes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Best paired with:<\/b> Poultry and earthy, woody flavors Succulent, dense fish is a great complement to organic <\/span>sauvignon blanc<\/span><\/a>. Its tangy, citrus notes pair well with a dish like baked salmon covered in a lush sauce.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Best paired with:<\/b> Tangy, tart foods The effervescence that fills a glass of sparkling <\/span>rose<\/span><\/a> transforms ordinary meals into celebratory ones. This beautiful and refreshing sparkling wine is extremely versatile and a terrific choice for just about any mild cheese pairing. Foods like pizza or vegetables au gratin work well with organic rose wines.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Organic rose is a perfect choice for any Sunday, holiday, or celebratory brunch. It\u2019s an amazing compliment to chicken and waffles, quiche, and fresh fruit.<\/span><\/p>\n Best paired with:<\/b> Fresh salads, fried and spicy dishes, sushi, seafood, rich sauces Wine and food pairing is a great way to experience all that a wine has to offer. Certain foods have a way of bringing out the flavor of certain wines. In turn, the acidity and flavors of that wine interact with the food to enhance the way your taste buds react.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The majestic mountain backdrop at Domaine Bousquet\u2019s vineyards is a wonderful setting to pair organic wines with organic foods.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Visitors to our winery can enjoy wine and food pairings at our on-site restaurant, <\/span>Gaia<\/span><\/a>. Patrons to the restaurant are served fresh ingredients from the on-site organic garden. Gaia offers a seasonal menu with four or six courses plus wine pairings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n
Organic wine pairing tips\u00a0<\/b><\/h5>\n
Cabernet Sauvignon<\/b><\/span><\/h6>\n
\n<\/span><\/i>Food suggestions<\/b>: Beefsteak, lamb, BBQ ribs, prime rib, New York strip steak, burger
\n<\/span><\/i>Cheese pairing:<\/b> Sharp cheddar<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nChardonnay<\/b><\/span><\/h6>\n
\n<\/span><\/i>Food suggestions<\/b>: Tuna, salmon, seafood in cream sauce or butter, crab cakes, grilled shrimp, seared scallops, broiled garlic clams, lemon fettuccine
\n<\/span><\/i>Cheese pairing<\/b>: Brie and blue cheese<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nMalbec<\/b><\/span><\/h6>\n
\n<\/span><\/i>Food suggestions:<\/b> Filet mignon, pasta with light tomato sauces or<\/span><\/i> pesto, pork, beef empanadas, hamburgers
\n<\/span><\/i>Cheese pairing:<\/b> Manchego<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nMerlot<\/b><\/span><\/h6>\n
\n<\/span><\/i>Food suggestions<\/b>:<\/i><\/b> Baked pasta meals, jambalaya, meatloaf, roasted vegetables
\n<\/span><\/i>Cheese pairing<\/b>:<\/i><\/b> Gouda, gorgonzola<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nPinot Noir<\/b><\/span><\/h6>\n
\n<\/span><\/i>Food suggestions<\/b>: Turkey, duck, chicken, and pork chops
\n<\/span><\/i>Cheese pairing<\/b>: Gruyere<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nSauvignon Blanc<\/b><\/span><\/h6>\n
\n<\/span><\/i>Food suggestions<\/b>: Salads with vinaigrette or balsamic dressings, fish or chicken with citrus sauces, crusty sourdough bread, pesto
\n<\/span><\/i>Cheese pairing<\/b>: Goat cheese<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nSparkling Rose<\/b><\/span><\/h6>\n
\n<\/span><\/i>Food suggestions<\/b>: Frittatas, fruit tart, spicy BBQ, fancy desserts
\n<\/span><\/i>Cheese pairing<\/b>: Mozzarella<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nOrganic wine from Domaine Bousquet<\/b><\/h5>\n