Need the perfect wine to accompany your fish dinner? The experts at Jacques Scott Wines & Spirits in the Cayman Islands have provided suggestions for the best wine to serve with fish and other seafood.
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White Wine & Seafood
Pairing wine with fish and seafood doesn’t have to be complicated. In general, go for something medium to light bodied, but don’t be afraid to be adventurous to find a combination you love!
Chardonnay: Chardonnay pairs very well with white-fleshed fish, such as halibut, mahi-mahi and tilapia, as well as with salmon and shellfish, particularly with lobster, fresh boiled crab or mild crab cakes, and scallops. Some of the best chardonnays come from France and California, but there are also fine examples from Italy, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. A bottle of Thomas Fogarty Santa Cruz Mountains Chardonnay from California would be an excellent choice.
Sauvignon Blanc: Pair Sauvignon Blanc with delicate fish, such as filet of sole, tilapia, flounder or halibut, and shellfish, such as simple steamed clams. You will find excellent Sauvignon Blanc selections from wine regions worldwide, such as California, Chile, South Africa, northern Italy and Australia. It has also become the signature white wine of New Zealand, where it features intense green citrus and berry fruit flavors. Try a bottle of the award-winning Nobilo Icon Sauvignon Blanc from the Awatare Valley of Marlborough, New Zealand.
Red Wine & Seafood
Pinot Noir: Pinot Noir is a moderately dry, light-to-medium bodied wine that feature strong, oaky overtones, delicate aromatics and rich textures. It pairs well with both hearty fish like salmon or tuna, and delicately cooked white fish or poached salmon, and shellfish, including oysters, crab, lobster, and mussels. We recommend the award-winning Domaine Serene Evenstad Pinot Noir from the Willamette Valley in Oregon.
Zinfandel: This well-known wine grape is widely cultivated in California’s Napa and Sonoma Valleys. It is lighter in color than other reds, but has a bold taste with notes of raspberry, chocolate and cinnamon. Zinfandel has high acidity and moderate tannins, making it a great match for grilled or pan-seared salmon. Try the award-winning Seghesio Family Vineyards Zinfandel from Sonoma County, California.
Interested in which wine goes best with fish? The knowledgeable wine experts at Jacques Scott Wines & Spirits in Grand Cayman will help you decide what to try, and we will surprise you with the most affordable prices.
