The wine selection for your meal can be make-or-break when it comes to making the right impressions and enjoying the full potential of the meal. The professionals here at Jacques Scott Wines & Spirits will be happy to help you find the best wines that go with salmon to make your next dinner party on Grand Cayman complete.
Free delivery with online orders makes menu planning a breeze, or if you’re in a rush for a last minute meal, stop in at one of our six locations in the various neighborhoods throughout Grand Cayman including West Bay, East End, Frank Sound, Savannah, Seven Mile Beach, and George Town.
Jacques Scott Wines & Spirits stocks an assortment of beers, wines, and spirits from around the world including major brands as well as unique selections.
Plan ahead for weekend engagements. We close for delivery and in-store shopping on Sundays. Additionally, online orders need to be placed before 2:00 in the afternoon for same-day delivery, but you can pick up orders placed before 6:00 pm by the time the George Town store closes at 7:00 pm. All online orders are processed through this location.
Understanding How to Choose Wine for Salmon
Salmon is a rich, oily fish that can be prepared a number of ways and accompanied by a variety of dishes and sauces. Wine choices, in general, will include the following:
- Full-bodied white wines
- Rosé
- Light-bodied, low-tannin red wines
The Basic Salmon Pairing
The straightforward delicacy of roasted salmon welcomes an equally direct, simple oak-aged white wine with plenty of richness or a more flavorful white wine that will heighten the flavor of the fish.
Allow us to suggest Rodney Strong Chalk Hill, Ramey Sonoma Coast Chardonnay, or Oyster Bay Chardonnay for a rich wine pairing. If you prefer a lighter, subtle combination, Vincent Girardin Bourgogne Blanc Cuvée Saint Vincent or Nautilus Sauvignon Blanc will clear the path for each fresh bite.
Choosing Red Wine for Salmon
You might hear that salmon must be paired with white wine, but that’s not so. You can choose red wines that are low in tannins to go with a salmon meal, ranging from Pinot Noir to Barbera, Grenache, and more. A nice rosé is also an excellent choice for the vast majority of salmon dishes!
Salmon Dishes with Wine Suggestions
- Crispy Skin Salmon – Decoy by Duckhorn Rosé or Astoria Amarone della Valpolicella
- Roasted Salmon with Cream Sauce – Vina Maipo Vitral Reserva Chardonnay, Cakebread Sauvignon Blanc, or Pfaffl Grüner Veltliner ZEISEN
- Salmon Stew – Malkina Pinot Grigio or Decoy Brut Cuvee
- Smoked Salmon – Cavit Rosé, Lunetta Prosecco Rosé, Guilhem Rose Moulin De, or 2016 Pedroncelli Russian River Pinot Noir
- Glazed Salmon (Teriyaki) – Moet Imperial Rosé, Billecart Salmon Rosé, Barefoot or Cavit Moscato, Chateau Fuisse Macon Villages, or Drouhin Laforet Pinot Noir
- Poached Salmon – Bread and Butter Chardonnay
- Blackened Salmon – Lapis Luna Zinfandel
- Curried Salmon – Prum Essence Riesling, Blue Fish Sweet Riesling, Prum Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Kabinett, or Thomas Fogarty Skyline White
Impress the guests at your dinner party on Grand Cayman with the most appropriate wines that go with salmon, regardless of the preparation method chosen. Jacques Scott Wines & Spirits is the one-stop shop for all of your wine needs as well as any liquor, beer, and mixers you might need for a well-stocked bar.
