There’s something so comforting about the idea of a wine tasting at home. Maybe it’s the candlelight flickering against half filled glasses, the quiet hum of a playlist you’ve played a hundred times or the simple joy of snacking your way through a fancy little setup that feels far more romantic than it has any right to be.
You don’t need a vineyard view just a curious heart, a few favorite cheeses and someone (even if it’s just you) to share the moment with.
So here’s your guide for a at home wine tasting including two reds, two whites and pairings that make every sip feel like a slow dance.
For my readers who don’t drink you deserve the same cozy sparkle no corkscrew required. Ive added some non alcoholic alternatives with the same pairings.
Whites:
- Sauvignon Blanc
Crisp and citrusy
Cheese: Goat cheese
Cured Meat: Genoa salami
Cracker: Crisp olive oil crackers
Sweet: Lemon shortbread cookies - Chardonnay
Smooth and creamy
Cheese: Gouda
Cured Meat: Smoked turkey or mild chorizo
Cracker: Multigrain
Sweet: White chocolate bark
Reds:
- Pinot Noir
Light bodied and silky
Cheese: Brie
Cured Meat: Prosciutto
Cracker: Buttery water crackers
Sweet: Chocolate covered strawberries - Cabernet Sauvignon
Full bodied and bold
Cheese: Aged cheddar
Cured Meat: Soppressata
Cracker: Whole grain or seeded
Sweet: Red velvet cupcakes
Non alcoholic alternative:
Sauvignon Blanc → Sparkling Apple or Pear Cider
Fresh, bright and crisp a cheerful substitute for the lively Sauvignon Blanc.
Chardonnay → Non-Alcoholic Sparkling White Grape Juice
Smooth, creamy and luxurious in texture giving the same soft richness as Chardonnay.
Pinot Noir → Sparkling Cranberry Juice
Light, slightly tart and softly fruity mirroring the elegance of Pinot Noir.
Cabernet Sauvignon → Dark Grape or Sparkling Blackberry Juice
Rich, bold and full bodied in flavor echoing the depth of Cabernet Sauvignon.
