Five Classic French Food and Wine Pairings

French food and wine are like a match made in foodie heaven. The perfect pairing of food and wine elevates both of these elements and gives you a food experience that you will never forget. But, with an array of delectable French dishes and a long list of options at the best wine bar Soho NYC, it is understandable that you're not really sure about what the right pairing is. So, here's helping you out with the five classic wine and French food pairings.

Chablis and Oysters- Chablis is a region in Burgundy that is renowned for the chardonnay wines having little to no oak. Chablis is the kind of wine that is typically full of zest and tension. The soils of this region are high in fossils and calcium from the ancient seas. Thus, it's pairing with oysters is perfect and natural. Most of the oyster dishes are perfect for Chablis.

Beaujolais and Coq au Vin- Beaujolais is almost an understated red wine from the southern regions of Burgundy. It is made from purest Gamay, which makes it easy to like and jubilant wine. There is a freshness in this wine that gives it enough tension to help it cut through the richness of a stew. However, the notes of berry go with chicken better than pork or beef.

Rhône and Lamb- The Rhône is elegant and subtle, and it has a lot of variety. It combines the dark berry notes with lightweight and soaring aromas. The wine connoisseurs often notice cloves, licorice, bacon, and smoked meats in this wine. There is a subtle gaminess in lamb that makes it the perfect pair of Rhône.

Bordeaux and Steak- Steaks go well with most of the red wines from France, but one of the most excellent matches is Bordeaux. The rich and savory steak goes well with the juicy and merlot-based Bordeaux. It is recommended to make sure that the french restaurant Soho NYC serves the best meat quality. Use flake salt to add more texture and flavor.

Chardonnay and Risottos- The subtle chardonnay gets overwhelmed by the pungent foods. Serve it with creamy and mild dishes. You should pair chardonnay with the recipes that come with a silky texture, like soups, risottos, pasta, and sauces. 

So, you now have a brief idea about the food and wine pairings to go to a French restaurant. Make sure to test out this knowledge soon.