Elegant Wine Pairing Board (Printable Version)

A curated board with cheeses, meats, fruits, nuts, and accompaniments for refined tasting moments.

# Components:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz aged Manchego
02 - 3.5 oz creamy Brie
03 - 3.5 oz blue cheese (e.g., Roquefort)
04 - 3.5 oz goat cheese log

→ Charcuterie

05 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
06 - 3.5 oz dry-cured salami
07 - 3.5 oz smoked turkey breast

→ Fresh Fruits

08 - 1 bunch red grapes
09 - 1 pear, sliced
10 - 1 apple, sliced
11 - 1 handful fresh or dried figs

→ Nuts & Extras

12 - 1.75 oz Marcona almonds
13 - 1.75 oz toasted walnuts
14 - 1 oz honeycomb or quality honey
15 - 1.75 oz dried apricots

→ Accompaniments

16 - 1 small jar fig jam
17 - 1 small jar grainy mustard
18 - 1 baguette, sliced
19 - 3.5 oz assorted crackers

# Preparation steps:

01 - Place the cheeses evenly spaced on a large wooden board or platter.
02 - Fan out the charcuterie slices in small piles around the cheeses.
03 - Position fresh and dried fruits in clusters to add color and variety.
04 - Distribute nuts evenly across the board for visual appeal and accessibility.
05 - Place honeycomb, fig jam, and grainy mustard in small bowls or ramekins on the board.
06 - Fill remaining spaces with sliced baguette and assorted crackers.
07 - Present immediately alongside a selection of compatible wines.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • An effortlessly elegant appetizer that suits casual snacks or special entertaining.
  • Artisanal cheeses and charcuterie expertly paired to complement a range of wine styles.
  • Fresh and dried fruits add vibrant color and balance savory flavors.
  • Nuts and honeycomb create delightful texture contrasts and natural sweetness.
  • Vegetarian options easily accommodated by omitting meats and adding flavorful substitutes.
02 -
  • Wählen Sie eine große, flache Holzplatte als Basis für ein ansprechendes Präsentationsbild.
  • Verwenden Sie scharfe Käsemesser, um die Texturen der einzelnen Käsesorten optimal zu erhalten.
  • Lagern Sie alle Zutaten vor der Zubereitung bei Raumtemperatur, damit Aromen besser zur Geltung kommen.
  • Füllen Sie Zwischenräume mit Baguettescheiben und Cracker auf, um Volumen und Vielfalt zu bieten.
  • Beachten Sie die Allergene wie Milch, Nüsse und Gluten und informieren Sie Ihre Gäste entsprechend.
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