Which wines go best with local cheese dishes?

We’re sharing a few delicious ways to bring Québec cheeses to the table, along with local wine pairings that make them shine—melting away the winter chill.  

​Gratins

At the very top of the comfort‑food rankings, a gratin dauphinois is the very definition of cozy. We love it for how versatile it is with wine pairings: it works beautifully with both reds and whites. A Fruity and light red wine echoes the fruity, vegetal notes of Emmental, while its acidity helps cut through the richness of the dish. On the white side, an Aromatic and mellow Chardonnay is a natural match for its creamy, buttery notes, which mirror the cheese’s own richness and body.

​Cheese sauce 

You can’t talk about winter dishes and cheese without giving a special mention to macaroni —especially in bite‑size form. Its creamy sauce made with sharp Cheddar blankets the palate in pure comfort and makes for a beautiful match with an Aromatic and mellow Chardonnay from Québec. With the shared texture and creaminess between the dish and the wine, the pairing becomes wonderfully harmonious.

​Stuffed… Between two slices

Another strong contender for the illustrated dictionary definition of comfort: the grilled cheese. Delicious and easy to make, this one becomes a little more gourmet when stuffed with mushrooms and Pleine Lune cheese. The gentle intensity of this bloomyrind cheese tends to bring out the fruity character of the wine, while the mushrooms pair beautifully with the subtle woody notes of this Aromatic and supple red.

If you’re looking for more ways to enjoy cheese in full winter mode, we also have three ideas for revisited fondues. 
 
And don’t miss all the pairings.   
 
In partnership with les Fromages d’ici.