Save An elegant selection of gourmet bites artfully paired with a curated range of wines, perfect for sophisticated entertaining or a festive tasting experience.
This platter has become my go-to for hosting wine tasting nights with friends because it combines ease with elegance seamlessly.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g Brie sliced, 100 g aged Manchego cut into wedges, 100 g blue cheese crumbled
- Charcuterie (optional for non-vegetarian): 80 g prosciutto, 80 g dry-cured salami sliced, 80 g smoked duck breast thinly sliced
- Breads & Crackers: 1 small baguette sliced, 100 g multigrain crackers
- Fresh Fruits: 1 bunch seedless grapes, 1 pear thinly sliced, 1 apple thinly sliced, 1 handful fresh figs halved (seasonal)
- Nuts & Condiments: 50 g roasted almonds, 50 g walnuts, 60 g fig jam, 40 g honey
- Wine Pairings: 1 bottle dry Champagne, 1 bottle Sauvignon Blanc, 1 bottle Pinot Noir, 1 bottle aged Bordeaux
Instructions
- Arrange Cheeses:
- Arrange the cheeses on a large platter spacing them evenly.
- Add Charcuterie:
- Add the charcuterie in small folds or rolls beside the cheeses (omit or substitute with marinated grilled vegetables for a vegetarian option).
- Place Breads and Crackers:
- Place the bread slices and crackers in clusters around the edges of the platter.
- Fill Gaps:
- Fill gaps with groups of fresh fruits nuts and small bowls of fig jam and honey.
- Chill Wines:
- Chill the wines to their optimal serving temperatures Champagne (8°C/46°F), Sauvignon Blanc (10°C/50°F), Pinot Noir (14°C/57°F), Bordeaux (16°C/61°F).
- Set Up Tasting:
- Set up tasting glasses and suggest the following pairings Brie with Champagne or Pinot Noir, Manchego with Sauvignon Blanc, Blue cheese with Bordeaux or honey, Prosciutto and duck with Pinot Noir, Fruits and nuts with any wine especially Champagne.
Save This platter always brings everyone together around the table sharing stories and laughter over the perfect wine pairings.
Required Tools
Large serving platter or wooden board, Cheese knives, Small bowls for jams and honey, Wine glasses, Serving tongs or forks
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cheese) tree nuts (almonds walnuts) gluten (bread crackers) sulfites (wine) and possible pork (charcuterie). Those with allergies should double-check all product labels and swap components as needed.
Nutritional Information
Calories 410, Total Fat 23 g, Carbohydrates 38 g, Protein 16 g per serving without wine.
Save This wine and food pairing platter makes entertaining effortless and memorable every time.
Recipe FAQ
- → What cheeses pair well with Champagne?
Brie pairs wonderfully with Champagne, as its creamy texture balances the wine's crisp acidity, creating a harmonious taste experience.
- → How can I make this platter vegetarian-friendly?
Replace charcuterie with marinated artichokes, grilled zucchini, and roasted peppers to maintain robust flavors without meat.
- → What fruits enhance the flavors of this selection?
Seedless grapes, figs, pears, and apples add freshness and natural sweetness that contrast beautifully with savory cheeses and meats.
- → How should the wines be served for optimal flavor?
Serve Champagne chilled around 8°C, Sauvignon Blanc at 10°C, Pinot Noir at 14°C, and Bordeaux slightly warmer at 16°C to highlight their characteristics.
- → Can I customize the nut and condiment choices?
Yes, roasted almonds, walnuts, fig jam, and honey provide flavor contrasts, but you can swap them with other nuts or preserves to suit your taste.