Let’s be honest… we all crave a night away from the kids for that special, only-comes-a-few-times-a-year dinner party! Whether you’re the host of the party or the one bringing the sips and sweets, we know the pressure of nailing your pairings… so we’ve got you covered with the top three wines to pair with candies! Get your party hat on and dancing shoes ready because you’re sure to satisfy everybody’s cravings with these flavorful combos! Keep the party rolling, drinks pouring, and merriness stirring all night long with the simple pairings playbook below.
Drink Pairing 1: Chocolate Peanut Butter Layered Fudge with Three Brothers Wineries’ Chambourcin
A beginner with wine selection? No problem! If you’re not sure where to start, Three Brothers Wineries’ Chambourcin (finished sweet) is a great place to begin! This sweet, red wine is a popular pick and is made with 100% Chambourcin, a grape that gives off a deep-colored wine. It pairs perfectly with our delicious Chocolate Peanut Butter Layered Fudge, and you’ll fall in love with the sweet blend after just one nibble of our Layered fudge and a sip of the Chambourcin! After giving it a try, we promise that you’ll be craving it for every dessert!
Drink Pairing 2: Dark Chocolate-Covered Marshmallows with Sec Sparkling Chardonnay
If you love fresh fruit, this mouthwatering mixture is for you! Tasteful and bursting with flavor, Sec Sparkling Chardonnay is a pleasant, sparkling drink that smells of peach, marmalade, and other tropical fruits! It has a slight sweetness to it, which is why it pairs so wonderfully with our rich Dark Chocolate-Covered Marshmallows. The deep chocolate compliments the faintly sweet Chardonnay in all the right ways, and the duo will leave you hooked!
Drink Pairing 3: Chocolate Fudge with Ruby Port
Calling all chocolate-and-fruit lovers: This one’s for you! A sweet, red wine with luscious blends of deep, delicious fruits, Ruby Port is an irresistible choice for dessert and drink pairings! When blended with our rich and creamy Chocolate Fudge, you’ll achieve the perfect combination of juicy, refreshing, and rich! Taking a nibble of our Chocolate Fudge and wash it down with a fruity port!? Now that’s a flavor you’ll be savoring for a while!
The key to nailing your pairings is to strike the perfect balance of sweetness between your wine and desserts. Thanks to the winemakers at Three Brothers Wineries and our candy connoisseurs, you’ll serve up just the right combinations with this simple play-by-play for your next dinner party. Enjoy these top three wines to pair with candies, then sit back, enjoy the festivities, and let the sips and sweets impress all on their own! Cheers!
