In what order should wines be served at the table?

When planning a meal, we often wonder about the order in which wines should be served at the table. When is the best time to taste a particular wine? There are a few basic guidelines, but the most important thing is to ensure that the tasting is consistent and enjoyable.

To avoid making mistakes, we recommend following these five rules:

  1. Organize the wine tasting by color: start with sparkling wines (such as Crémant d'Alsace or Champagne), white and/or rosé wines, then red wines
  2. Start with the lightest wines before moving on to the more powerful ones.
  3. Taste dry wines before sweet wines.
  4. From simpler wines to more complex wines.
  5. Young wines before older wines.

To find out more, read our article on the subject.

Which Alsace white wine goes well with raclette?

White wine is the best choice to accompany melted cheese. Choose a white wine that is not too dry, but with a nice freshness, such as Pinot Blanc Chasseurs de Lune. The idea is that the wine should have enough roundness (i.e., voluptuousness) to complement the richness of the cheese. If the wine is too harsh, too dry, and mineral, it will seem harsh alongside this rich dish. Nevertheless, it is important that the wine retains enough freshness, and therefore a nice acidity, to "rinse" the mouth, refresh it, and thus counterbalance the richness of the melted cheese.

What is the average price of a Crémant d'Alsace?

At Bestheim, the unit price of a bottle (75 cl) for the best Crémants d'Alsace is generally between €10 and €16 depending on the cuvée (Brut Premium, Extra Brut, Grand Prestige Millésimé, Rosé). Expect to pay around €12–14 as a standard price, with promotional prices sometimes available on certain items. Our guiding principle: a fair price that reflects the aging time, grape varieties, and vintage—the experience above all else.

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