The list of sweet wines is varied and covers many geographical areas. We can find the renowned Sauternes of Bordeaux, the german Eisweins (Ice wines) and Trockenbeerenauslese (Selected dried grapes), the Italian Vin Santo and Passito di Pantelleria, to name a couple, the splendid Tokaji, whose sweetness depends by the level of Puttonyos.
Despite what one might think, sweet wines can be very versatile in pairing. From aged cheese to spoon desserts, as well as smoked fish and some savory dishes.
If low on alcohol and fresh, like Asti Moscato, they can be paired with spoon desserts like panna cotta, chocolate mousse or ice cream. If well structured and complex, like Sauternes or Tokaji, they can be paired with seasoned cheese like Roquefort or Gorgonzola, or with desserts like fruit pies or dark chocolate desserts.
Despite the fact that it is generally advisable to pair sweet wines with sweet food, in order to have a balance of flavors, it is still viable to dare pair them with savory food, so to obtain an interesting contrast. We can try to pair sweet sparkling wines with sushi or well-bodied ones with smoked fish.
The boundless world of sweet wines never ceases to amaze, by bestowing us fresh and everlasting feelings.
