Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Marlborough, New Zealand • classic
Grapefruit, passionfruit, and jalapeño with piercing acidity.
Beet & Goat Cheese Salad
vegetarian • fresh • tangy
Also known as: beet and chevre salad
About the Dish
Beet & Goat Cheese Salad is a modern american vegetarian that leans on vegetarian, fresh, tangy. We look for bottles that respect the texture and seasoning without drowning the dish.
Our goal: keep the vegetarian feel intact while adding lift from Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc.
Top Pour: Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc
Zippy citrus acidity slices through chèvre while herbal notes sync with greens.
Body: lightAcidity: highSweetness: dry
Why it works
- High acid slices through crema and fried batter.
- Herbal pyrazines link up with cilantro, mint, and goat cheese.
Signature aromas
gooseberrygrapefruitcut grass
Bottle inspiration
Pairing Playbook
- High acid slices through crema and fried batter.
- Herbal pyrazines link up with cilantro, mint, and goat cheese.
- Avoid: oaky chardonnay, tannic syrah.
Solid Alternates
Provence — Body: lightProvence — Acidity: mediumProvence — Sweetness: dryMosel — Body: lightMosel — Acidity: highMosel — Sweetness: off-dry
FAQ
- What wine pairs best with Beet & Goat Cheese Salad?
- Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is our first pour because Zippy citrus acidity slices through chèvre while herbal notes sync with greens..
- Are there budget-friendly alternatives for Beet & Goat Cheese Salad?
- If Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is out of reach, grab Provence Rosé—it shares the same structure and keeps the food in focus.
- Which wines should I avoid with Beet & Goat Cheese Salad?
- Skip styles like oaky chardonnay, tannic syrah—they fight the seasoning or overwhelm the dish.
- What if I want a non-alcoholic pairing for Beet & Goat Cheese Salad?
- Try sparkling water with a citrus twist, chilled oolong tea, or verjus spritzes—they mirror acidity without the alcohol.
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