Fall is here, and that means comfort food, warm spices, and heartier meals are back on the menu. It’s also the perfect season to pair your favorite autumn dishes with wines that match their richness, warmth, and seasonal flair.
Here’s a guide to pairing wine with fall foods you actually eat—no culinary degree required.
🥣 Butternut Squash Soup + Viognier or Chardonnay
Creamy and slightly sweet, butternut squash soup shines with a fuller white like Viognier. Chardonnay (especially lightly oaked) adds richness without overpowering.
🧀 Mac & Cheese + Sparkling Wine or Chardonnay
Comfort food classic. The richness of cheese gets a lift from sparkling wine’s acidity or a buttery Chardonnay that mirrors the dish’s texture.
🐓 Roast Chicken + Pinot Noir or Beaujolais
Herbed, roasted chicken pairs well with lighter reds. Pinot Noir brings earth and fruit, while Beaujolais adds bright acidity and a juicy finish.
🍂 Stuffed Acorn Squash + Chenin Blanc or Grenache
Vegetarian-friendly and flavor-packed, acorn squash dishes pair beautifully with a dry Chenin Blanc or a soft red like Grenache.
🥧 Apple Pie or Crisp + Riesling or Late Harvest Wine
End on a high note. Off-dry Riesling balances sweet cinnamon and apple flavors. For full dessert vibes, go with a late harvest wine or Moscato.
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