What wine goes with cheese
The safe answer is a white with lively acidity (Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc): it refreshes the palate after rich cheese. Aged hard cheeses call for a bold red, blue cheeses for something sweet (Sauternes, Port), and goat cheese for a dry white.
What pairs with what
| Type | Wine | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Hard and aged (Parmesan, Gouda, Cheddar) | Bold red — Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz | Tannin and body balance the salt and umami |
| Soft with white rind (Brie, Camembert) | Sparkling or light white — Prosecco, Chardonnay | Bubbles and acidity cut through the creamy texture |
| Blue (Roquefort, Gorgonzola) | Sweet — Sauternes, Port, late harvest | Sweetness balances the salty, pungent mould |
| Goat (chèvre) | Dry aromatic white — Sauvignon Blanc | The herbal-citrus profile echoes the freshness of the cheese |
| Fresh (mozzarella, feta) | Light white or rosé — Pinot Grigio | A delicate wine does not overwhelm a delicate cheese |
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FAQ
Red or white with cheese?
White more often: its acidity refreshes the palate after rich cheese. Reds work with aged hard cheeses, where there is density and umami to match.
What wine goes with blue cheese?
For Roquefort or Gorgonzola, something sweet: Sauternes, Port or a late-harvest wine. The sweetness balances the salty, pungent mould.
What wine goes with a cheeseboard?
With a mix of cheeses, take an all-rounder — sparkling (Prosecco) or a white with good acidity. Both get along with most types.