This wine’s fruity intensity and smooth, sweet finish make it a wonderful partner for a variety of desserts and light bites, enhancing each flavor without overpowering. As an aperitif, it’s refreshing and bright, with the pear and pineapple notes setting the stage for the meal to come. The wine’s sweetness and balance make it a natural match for light, fruity desserts like poached pears, pineapple upside-down cake, or fruit salads, as its flavors echo and amplify the fruit in the dish.
With cakes, this wine pairs particularly well with delicate, moist varieties that aren’t overly rich, such as sponge cakes, angel food cake, or vanilla chiffon cake topped with fresh fruit or a hint of cream. The wine’s smooth, fruity profile complements the airy texture and sweetness of these cakes, while its sweet finish adds a pleasant touch that brings out the flavors of the dessert.
For those who enjoy cheese-based desserts, the wine’s balanced sweetness works well with a light cheesecake topped with fresh berries or a fruit glaze, providing a harmonious contrast between the creamy texture of the dessert and the wine’s bright, fruity notes. This pairing also works beautifully with a fruit tart, where the wine’s pear and pineapple aromas enhance the flavors of the fruit and the smooth, buttery crust.
Ideal serving: 12°C
