Who doesn't love Cheese and Wine?
Cheese and wine, a match made in heaven. Just like bacon and eggs, beans and toast or scones and clotted cream, cheese and wine are some of our all-time favourite food pairings.
Whether it's a smooth and creamy Brie or a strong, stinky Stilton, the acidity of a well-paired wine will cut through the rich cheese to unlock the full cheese flavour. That's why they work so well and that's why we love them, both individually but especially together.
There are generally around eight different cheese categories (based on texture, rind etc) and within each category, there are hundred's of varieties. Each one with its own distinct flavour and texture. These flavours are subtly enhanced when paired with the right wine choice.
French Cheese and Wine Evening - Monkey Park
Here at Monkey Park, we know how much the people of Chesterfield enjoy their cheese and wine and that's why we're hosting another one of our popular virtual cheese and wine tasting events. This time we're discovering French cheeses and wines.
Alicia Wright from Fischers of Baslow will be hosting the online event on 15th May and she will be discussing four carefully selected kinds of cheese along with wines that have been paired to complement.
Did you know that there are more than 400 French cheese varieties listed in France? On average the French consume over 26.7kg of cheese eaten per person per year, making them one the highest cheese consuming countries in the world (although I'm sure the British are catching up!)
Alicia has selected the following cheese:
Comte, Munster, Cherve Goats Cheese, Roquefort
The wines paired with these are:
Guvertzraminer from Alsace - Munster & Cherve Goats Cheese
Pinot Noir from Bourgoin - Comte
Muray (French dessert wine) - Roquefort
If you would like to take part in this popular foodie event. Head over to our Facebook page for details on how to book your tickets.
https://www.facebook.com/chesterfieldmonkeypark/
Or alternatively call Monkey Park on 07410987734, tickets are going fast.
We look forward to seeing you then.
Written by Helen from FEISTIC. https://www.feisticcopywriting.co.uk. Helen very kindly volunteers her services, writing a regular blog for Monkey Park. A huge thank you for doing this for Monkey Park!