Wine has been, according to historians, the drink of gods and kings. In the Greek and Roman period, it was a precious commodity, and this precious value has been kept until nowadays. His pairing is, today, a very exclusive practise.
Wine has different shades, colours, and smells depending on the Mediterranean origin of the grape, that gives different characteristics to it.
In basic wine pairing, experts recommend to have white wine with fish and red wine with meat, while the sweet ones are better for deserts. But do not stress over this basic tips, there are plenty of combinations, as many as types of wines and foods.
For experts, the best type of wine to have with cured ham is the red one, it does not matter if it is young or dry, or aged in oak; the love story between them is bound to success. Both elements make a perfect combination improving their taste and creating an excellent partnership that your palate will surely enjoy.
Wine and cheese, is another pairing that can seem a bit complicated at first, but it stimulates the senses once it is mastered. Cured cheeses go well with intense wines, although they also go well with sweet white frizzante wines.
There is no doubt that the perfect wine pairing will offer you an extraordinary experience for the senses.
In Barcelona, you can find very different proposals to enjoy a wine pairing workshop with cured ham, cheese, or exclusive chocolate. Taca de vi (Paseo de Sant Joan) is a company where professional sommeliers organise different wine pairing workshops and wine tastings, that can also be organized in your home.
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