9. Wine with food Flashcards
What is umami?
a savory taste
A wine with high acids and high tannins is best paired with what food?
avoid pairing with foods high in umami; be sure food is seasoned with salt
Describe the effect of sweet food on wine with good acid and floral aromas.
Sweetness will increase acidity and may decrease floral aromas. Food with a marked (but not extreme) acidity will pair well and emphasize fruity character.
What is the risk of wine pairings with foods with high levels of umami?
high level of umami can make the acid of the wine taste more pronounced
Describe pairing of sweet food with sweet wine.
These pair well as long as wine is sweeter than food. Acidity and salt will help to increase the perception of sweetness, fruit and richness in the wine.