Charcuterie

Charcuterie board

With a charcuterie board, look mainly for a fresh, versatile wine: sparkling, rosé or a light red do the job very well.

The pairing

Why it
works.

A board often brings together several flavours at once: salty cured meats, richer pâtés, pickles, olives, nuts and sometimes a few cheeses. Rather than trying to match every bite, choose a wine that can keep up with the whole spread.

Bubbles are particularly effective because their freshness handles fat and salt well. A dry rosé is another very versatile option. For red, think light and fruity: Gamay, Frontenac or other low-tannin reds are generally much easier at the table.

In practice

For a large board to share, opt for versatility. Sparkling if you want the easiest choice, rosé for something relaxed, or a light red if the charcuterie takes centre stage.

In the glass

What to
look for.

Dry sparkling01
Dry rosé02
Gamay / Beaujolais03
Light, fruity red04
Frontenac05

What to avoid

Very tannic, heavily oaked reds can come across as harsh with the saltiness of charcuterie and lack suppleness with a varied board.

When serving

Serve sparkling and rosé at around 8 to 10 °C. Light reds benefit from a slight chill, around 14 to 16 °C.

Another dish?

Start with
the plate.

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