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Roquefort & Wine

Wine Pairing Guide

Roquefort's intense salt and lanolin character finds its match only in the great sweet wines.

Best Wine Pairings

#1 Best Match
Sauternes
#2 Best Match
Barsac
#3 Best Match
Jurançon Moelleux
#4 Best Match
Port

Why It Works

Sauternes is the iconic pairing — both are French classics from Bordeaux. The wine's botrytized sweetness and acidity create a perfect balance with Roquefort's powerful salt and pungency.

FAQ

What wine pairs with Roquefort?
Sauternes is the iconic pairing — both are French classics from Bordeaux. The wine's botrytized sweetness and acidity create a perfect balance with Roquefort's powerful salt and pungency.

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