Two of the beautiful things in the world that give happiness in their own unique way are wine with chocolate. Thereby, combining them can yield the most delightful experience
Generally, the wine should have a higher sugar content than the dessert.
However, excellent chocolate has a bitter aftertaste, further complicating the pairing.
Bitter chocolates, like black chocolate, pair better with drier wines.
Sweeter chocolates, like white chocolate, pair better with sweeter wines.
Powerfully flavoured chocolates work best with rich wines.
Light-flavoured chocolates are best when combined with light-bodied wines.
Savour chocolate-covered almonds with a nutty wine, such as a Marsala or Madeira.
You may 'season' the flavours in your meal match by using, for instance, the faint undertones of cinnamon and 5-spice powder.
A perfect wine pairing aims to bring out the delicate aromas and flavours in both the food and wine by balancing their tastes.