{"id":116,"date":"2020-01-27T19:52:56","date_gmt":"2020-01-27T19:52:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.englishivys.com\/blog\/?p=116"},"modified":"2020-01-27T19:56:22","modified_gmt":"2020-01-27T19:56:22","slug":"recommended-grocery-store-wine-and-cheese-pairings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.englishivys.com\/blog\/recommended-grocery-store-wine-and-cheese-pairings\/","title":{"rendered":"Recommended Grocery Store Wine and Cheese Pairings"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>What\u2019s not to love about wine and cheese? All over the world you will find various kinds of cheese and wines being produced, and with modern-day importing and exporting, we are lucky to have our pick of many right here in the United States. That\u2019s not to say that local North American wines and cheeses are not worth the choosing. We are also benefited by local wineries and cheese farms that grace us with their passion for quality craftsmanship and value.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But you don\u2019t have to be an enthusiast or connoisseur to\ncreate your own wine and cheese pairings at home. Your local grocery store\nright around the corner is all you need to build the perfect charcuterie tray\nfor your next night in. There are several quick and easy wine and cheese\ncombinations you can go with to ensure you are coupling the right flavors and\naromas for the perfect pairing experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Continue below to review some recommendations for both\ngrocery store wines and cheeses that perfectly complement each other, and available\nat Kroger, Trader Joe\u2019s, or Fresh Market locations in Indianapolis!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.englishivys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Wine-Specials-Indianapolis-Indiana-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Downtown Indianapolis Wine Specials\" class=\"wp-image-117\"\/><figcaption>Downtown Indianapolis Wine Specials 317-822-5070<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Red Wines and Cheese Pairings<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>When choosing a red wine, be sure to store it at 60 degrees\nFahrenheit to allow the flavor to fully develop. And remove cheese trays from\nthe refrigerator 30 to 40 minutes before serving to allow the cheeses to\nsoften. Below are some easy red pairings to consider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cabernet Sauvignon:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf77 SIMI Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 &#8211; $20<br>\ud83e\uddc0 Presidente Soft-Ripened Brie Cheese &#8211; $6<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Merlot:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf77 Beringer Merlot Founders\u2019 Estate 2010 &#8211; $16<br>\ud83e\uddc0 Tillamook Medium Sharp Cheddar Cheese &#8211; $5<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pinot Noir:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf77 Francis Coppola Pinot Noir 2014 &#8211; $16<br>\ud83e\uddc0 Red Apple Smoked Gruyere Cheese &#8211; $8<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chianti:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf77 Castello Di Gabbiano Chianti 2014 &#8211; $11<br>\ud83e\uddc0 Galbani Mozzarella Fresca Marinated &#8211; $6<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">White Wines and Cheese Pairings<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>When choosing a white wine, be sure to store and serve at 45\ndegrees Fahrenheit for that perfect flavorful finish. And remember to remove\nthe cheeses from the refrigerator prior to guests arriving. This will ensure\nevery bite is gentle and pleasing. Below are some easy white pairings to\nconsider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chardonnay:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf77 Cupcake Vineyards Chardonnay 2014 &#8211; $8<br>\ud83e\uddc0 Dofino Creamy Havarti &#8211; $6<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">White Zinfandel:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf77 Barefoot White Zinfandel 2014 &#8211; $13<br>\ud83e\uddc0 Boar\u2019s Head Muenster Cheese &#8211; $4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Riesling:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf77 Schmitt Sohne Riesling &#8211; $14<br>\ud83e\uddc0 Castello Blue Cheese &#8211; $9<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sauvignon Blanc:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf77 Yellow Tail Sauvignon Blanc 2014 &#8211; $15<br>\ud83e\uddc0 Montchevre Chevre Goat Cheese &#8211; &amp;5<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pinot Gris:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf77 Chateau Ste Michelle Pinot Gris &#8211; $10<br>\ud83e\uddc0 Private Selection Van Gogh Gouda Cheese &#8211; $7<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where to Wine and Dine in Downtown Indy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Call English Ivy\u2019s at 317-822-5070<\/strong> to hear about our fresh <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"menus (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.englishivys.com\/menus.php\" target=\"_blank\">menus<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.englishivys.com\/specials.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"specials  (opens in a new tab)\">specials <\/a>we offer at our Downtown Indianapolis pub and eatery! Visit us on <strong>Mondays for \u00bd PRICE PREMIUM WINES<\/strong>, or <strong>Tuesdays for our $3 HOUSE WINES<\/strong>! We have a full bar stocked with all your favorites, including wine, premium liquors, beer, and more. To accompany your glass of wine, you can also order some delicious appetizers and entrees from our lunch and dinner menus! So, if you need a new place to <em>wine and dine<\/em> with your group, trust English Ivy\u2019s bar and restaurant for phenomenal food, fun, and friendship!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"187\" src=\"https:\/\/www.englishivys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Bar-Indianapolis-1024x187.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.englishivys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Bar-Indianapolis-1024x187.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.englishivys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Bar-Indianapolis-300x55.png 300w, https:\/\/www.englishivys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Bar-Indianapolis-768x140.png 768w, https:\/\/www.englishivys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Bar-Indianapolis.png 1214w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>317-822-5070<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What\u2019s not to love about wine and cheese? 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