The right wine can compliment a cigar. Many believe that alcoholic beverages go hand in hand with cigars. Here are a few simple steps to compliment and enhance your cigar and wine pairing.
1. Choosing a red wine may be your best bet. A hearty red wine goes best with cigars. The bold flavors of a re wine will not be overpowered by the taste of cigars. A good example here is pairing a Cabernet Sauvignon or a big bold Zinfandel with a Maduro. I recommend pairing Artessa Cab with Honduras Caribbean Maduro or the Birckhouse Mighty Mighty.
2. Choosing a white wine to pair with a cigar is more difficult than choosing a red. If you prefer white wines over red, chose one that is light and dry, these wines go well with cigars because they are neutral. A good example here is a Pinot Gris with a Claro. I recommend pairing King Estate Pinot Gris with Honduras Caribbean Claro or William Ventura Robusto.
3. When pairing a fortified wine such as Port of an Oloroso Sherry with an Oscuro style cigar. I recommend pairing Quinta de Ventezlao LBV Port or Sandeman Armada with Drew Estate Ligra Privada no.9
4. Avoid sparkling white wines and Champagne with cigars. The bubbles will interfere with your palate.
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