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Wine and food pairings

What’s better than enjoying a great meal with a nice glass of wine? Which wine should you choose for a perfect pairing?  Wine and meal pairings aren’t that complicated! Explore our practical advice and taste tags, in order to get the perfect marriage every time. 

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Alsace, nice whites!

White wine is popular in Quebec again, and how fortunate for Alsace — it’s their speciality. With an age-old winemaking tradition, the region proposes an exceptional offering of grapes that spring forth from a dizzying variety of terroirs.

Rosé for brunch, dinner & cocktailsRosé for brunch, dinner & cocktails

Rosé for brunch, dinner & cocktails

What is the best time of day to enjoy rosé? We suggest its best to toast with a glass of rosé over brunch, dinner and cocktail hour.

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The art of pairings

When getting ready to sit down for a meal, choosing the right wine can really make your culinary creations shine. Some basic pointers in the art of pairing can bring out hitherto undetected nuances in both your dishes and in your wine.

Discover your taste tags

For over 10 years, taste tags have been a simple and practical tool that allows you to easily find the wines, spirits and gins you'll love. Each tag is associated with a specific taste profile. Learn which type of product you prefer, then explore with confidence other products of the same profile. It’s that simple!

Our recipes

Get inspired by a ton of recipes, from appetizer to dessert. Whether you’re a fan of French, South American, Asian or other types of cuisine, we’ve got you covered, wine suggestions included!

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  1. Mother's Day
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    Wines and pairings to celebrate your queen: Mom

    It's Mother's Day, and all she wants for the occasion is to see you. Ok, maybe a little dinner too, and a nice glass of wine.

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  2. 7 suggestions for your Easter brunch
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    7 suggestions for your Easter brunch

    Whether for gifting or for serving, we’ve got bubblies, wines, and a scotch to celebrate the long weekend with your family.

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  3. Visuel article
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    The great joy of affordable bubblies

    To celebrate the end of the week, or to mark a Monday, treat yourself to a well-priced sparkling wine, classic or low in alcohol. Because let’s face it, we all need affordable treats right now.

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  4. Revisited fondues and delicious local beverages
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    Revisited fondues and delicious local beverages

    In the depths of winter, what a pleasure it is to sit down to a steaming cheese fondue that spreads irresistible smells! From the humble mountain peasant dish to today's delicacies with white wine from Quebec and a wide variety of side dishes, cheese fondue is the ultimate comfort food that’s perfect for sharing.

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  5. One wine, one recipe: Liano Rubicone in the spotlight
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    One wine, one recipe: Liano Rubicone in the spotlight

    It’s no secret that Quebecers love Umberto Cesari wines. So we asked culinary creator Geneviève Plante to concoct a recipe that would bring out all the qualities of the perennially popular Liano Rubicone. The result is inspiring, and we’ve suggested a few other wines to savour from this celebrated estate!

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  6. American wine: 4 regions, 6 suggestions
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    American wine: 4 regions, 6 suggestions

    The United States is the world’s fourth largest wine producer, with high-quality options at every price point. Discover its four main wine regions and six wines you won’t want to miss.

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  7. coucous with lamb shank and red wine
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    Red red wine makes a lamb pairing so fine

    Some wines are just designed for more specific foods. And when fall really rolls out, chances are you’ll be tempted to grab a more robust red, and braise a hearty, meaty dish. Sound good? Then let us suggest luscious red wines and some lamb recipes to get a leg up on that Thanksgiving menu.

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  8. Sélection Caseus
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    Sélection Caseus: the Quebec cheese contest

    Annually crowning the best cheeses in Quebec, Sélection Caseus remains to this day the only competition for recognizing and promoting local cheese makers. Discover the winners and the behind-the-scenes of this prestigious competition held on September 25.

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  9. Wine and cheese: United by the tag
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    Wine and cheese: United by the tag

    A wine and cheese evening or aperitif are always a guaranteed hit. But for some, their pairings can seem like a headache. What if the answer to your questions was found in our taste tags and those of Fromages d’ici!

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  10. Some California wine pairings that’ll surprise you
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    Some California wine pairings that’ll surprise you

    California, the top wine producer in the United States, is home to rich terroirs that yield a variety of unique wines. Here are some fun suggestions to help you discover surprising pairings you can serve to guests with tastes that are a little different from yours!

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  11. father's day, gift ideas, port, champagne, wine, scotchs, recipe, pairings
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    6 suggestions for all types of Dads

    Ever think Father's Day was deliberately positioned in the middle of barbecue season? We're throwing it out there, along with suggestions for raising a glass to your grill master, to the one who has a solution to everything and who would come get you at the ends of the earth. Come hell or high shark-infested water.

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  12. Joel Gott wines
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    Joel Gott wines, delicious and generous

    Coming from the fourth generation of a winemaking family, Joel Gott crafts affordable gourmet wines while giving back to the community. Discover his wines that are as great with food as they are with a good cause.

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