![]() Here are seven American cheese and wine pairings-which might be the most delicious display of patriotism. When pairing them with wine, “I strive for a balance, some type of harmony where the cheese and the wine sing together,” says Kesselman. New independent cheese shops are opening, she adds, plus grocery stores are raising the bar for their cheese selections. “I think social media and podcasts help people discover new cheesemakers, but I also think the rise in e-commerce during the pandemic helped people find cheeses that aren’t available where they live,” she explains. Many of the creameries that were just starting to get distribution in independent cheese shops when Kesselman first began working at the cheese counter in the early 2000s are now mainstays in supermarket chains, and even sold globally. Known for its exceptional Sauvignon Blanc wines, Sancerre is found in some of the worlds best restaurants and praised by many of the top wine experts. These are cheesemakers who have been working steadily in the industry for a while now and are creating true American originals.” “I think about Perrystead Dairy in Philadelphia, Blakesville Creamery in Wisconsin and Mystic Cheese Company in Connecticut. “There are many cheesemakers who have been celebrated regionally and are starting to gain more national attention,” says Jessica Kesselman, host of Cutting the Curd, a cheese-focused podcast on Heritage Radio Network. Naturally, we love to pair them with fantastic American wine. As you plan summertime gatherings, these domestic cheeses will add sophistication and joy to any spread-all the while celebrating the country that birthed them. The once adolescent category is now coming into confident, delicious and diverse adulthood. We are living in the golden age of American-made cheese. ![]() Decorative Wine Racks & Modular Systems.But for an all-round example of the best of Sancerre that still offers great value for money, the Domaine Thierry Merlin Cherrier ‘chêne marchand’ 2019 is our best buy for 2023. Available for pick-up at store Lucien Crochet : La Croix du Roy 2020 Loire - Sancerre - White 38. ![]() ![]() Available for pick-up at store Xavier Flouret : Domaine La Gemiere 'French Blonde' 2021 Loire - Sancerre - White 26.99 26.99 / Unit Add to cart Xavier Flouret In stock. The whites, of course, are justly celebrated and here there are bottles for everyday drinking, such as Morrisons The Best sancerre and the M&S Collection les ruettes, or special occasions, such as the Domaine Claude Riffault ‘les chailloux’.īut there is variety here that goes beyond the whites: do not neglect sancerre reds, which are terrific, elegant, lighter bottles for spring and summer drinking, while the rosés are the perfect summer quaffer. 47.00 59.99 47.00 / Unit Add to cart Domaine du Nozay In stock. However, pay slightly more and you will be amply rewarded with wines that are genuine expressions of the character of a region and its soils. The wines of Sancerre exude quality and class, so, as with some other wine regions, do not expect to pick up a great bottle for less than £10. So, as spring blossoms around us, here is our pick of the best sancerre wines for 2023. The whites and rosés need serious chilling, while the reds also benefit from an hour in the fridge door, particularly if you are drinking them with fish. The rosés are ideal with prawns, crab and fish soups as well as salads and Asian dishes. The reds work well with duck, vegetable dishes and goat’s cheese, while they can also be drunk with some robust fish dishes, particularly tuna. While these prestigious whites dominate production, there is also a small amount of excellent red and rosé wines (made from the pinot noir grape) – some of which make their way to these shores, and are well worth seeking out. This all tends to keep prices above average but also indicates wines that are reliably good quality. It is also an area full of long-established, thoughtful and often small producers, with high-quality thresholds. The sancerre name bears a sure sign of quality: the wine only comes from the officially designated region – similar to chablis or champagne, and lies in the Loire Valley of France – and is only made from the sauvignon blanc grape, which thrives on the stony limestone and clay soils of the area. Sancerre works well with the lighter foods of the season, such as grilled fish and shellfish, particularly oysters, lightly spiced Asian dishes but also all those spring and summer vegetables, especially glorious English asparagus, which is now in season. Crisp, mineral, refreshing, sometimes zesty, sometimes a bit richer but mostly not oaked and ideally drunk young, they are an ideal choice for spring – whether a chilled glass for the first sunny days in the garden or on the dinner table. For many, the white wines of Sancerre offer the perfect bottle for this time of year. ![]()
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