{"id":6410,"date":"2021-01-13T03:46:23","date_gmt":"2021-01-13T08:46:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wine365.com\/?p=6410"},"modified":"2021-01-11T13:50:46","modified_gmt":"2021-01-11T18:50:46","slug":"port-and-cheese-pairings-from-trader-joes-and-beyond","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wine365.com\/stage\/port-and-cheese-pairings-from-trader-joes-and-beyond\/","title":{"rendered":"Port and Cheese Pairings from Trader Joe’s and Beyond"},"content":{"rendered":"

With its diversity of flavors, Port wine creates a wealth of delicious opportunities for pairing with cheese\u2014more so, arguably, than any other wine. We\u2019d go so far to say: for every cheese there is a perfect Port to match<\/strong>! Below are inspired pairings of Fonseca Port with ideal cheeses and\u2014the next best thing to a cheese monger\u2014Trader Joe\u2019s options.<\/p>\n

Looking to learn a little bit more about Port wine first? Read up on Ruby vs. Tawny Ports<\/a>, and read an in-depth primer here: What Is Port Wine?<\/a><\/h4>\n

Port and Cheese Pairing Guide<\/h1>\n

The Port: Bin 27<\/a> \u2013 full, fresh, and fruity<\/h2>\n

Bin 27 shares the heritage and style of the great Fonseca Vintage Ports, as well as much of their depth and character. However, it is bottled when ready to drink and can be served by the glass directly from the bottle<\/strong>. Blended for consistency of character and quintessentially Fonseca in style, this reserve blend provides reliable and affordable value.<\/p>\n

Deep, youthful, ruby color. Intense, rich, fruity nose full of pure blackberry, cassis, cherry, and plum aromas interwoven with notes of spice. The palate full bodied and round, with a smooth, velvety texture balanced by firm mouth filling tannins. The juicy, black, fruit flavors linger into the rich luscious finish.<\/p>\n

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Camembert. Photo by Rebecca Siegel<\/a> (CC)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The cheese pairing: rich and creamy<\/h2>\n