Pairing Chocolate with Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay

  Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay are quite acidic wines because of their dry nature. They usually don't recommend these with chocolate. But this should not stop you from exploring if you like challenges. Besides you can find a really good match among Cabernet Sauvignon wines to accompany dark chocolate especially the ones with spicy and earthy herbal notes.

    Often Cabernet Sauvignon is referred to as "The King Of Red Wine Grapes". Usually Cabernet Sauvignons have a dark berry flavor like blackcurrants with a hint of spiciness. These wines vary from medium to rich full-bodied with intense color. The older the wine the better it is with its rich flavor and strong taste. Some of the very best wines are fifteen years old and beyond this age.

Information to note:

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    Chocolate helps Cabernet Sauvignon wines to bring out their berry taste qualities like cherry and grape as well as peppery notes often present in them. Berry and fruit flavored truffles or dried fruits covered in chocolate are a must try. But bear in mind, with heavier tannins in Cabernet Sauvignons you should avoid milk and white chocolate, but go for darker varieties.

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 Cabernet Sauvignon and Chocolate Ideas:

Chris Hill Adelaide Hills Cabernet Sauvignon*

Tyrrells Sparkling Cabernet Sauvignon NV*

Touchwood Cabernet Sauvignon 2004*

Penfolds Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon 2005*

 Zilzie Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2006*

72% Dark St Lucia

Barossa Cabernet Sauvignon* 

* available worldwide, although some territories excluded due to law restrictions

** US only