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"Like the always-chic little black dress, chocolate never goes out of style. Whether prepared in a winter-perfect souffle format, drizzled over ice cream during the summer months or tucked into a decadent truffle that's perfect any season, chocolate gets it right every time. Read on for tips on pairing wine with this timeless treat, as well as insights on some of the best spots to try your hand at wine and chocolate pairing in person...
A Lighter Shade of Pale
When it comes to pairing chocolate with wine, texture is one of the most critical factors you'll want to consider. Lighter chocolate dishes such as airy soufflés and macaroons work best with lighter dessert wines like northern Italy's Moscato d'Asti. The bubbles in this widely available low-alcohol sparkler echo the airy texture of these treats while the orange flavors typical of the Muscat grape are always a home run with chocolate. .."
Posted by Courtney on April 10, 2008 05:44 PM
