Wine + Cheese
Grape Smarts: Sarah Malik, Johnson & Wales University
JWU and WSET instructor taught some of Charlotte’s leading restaurateurs
Cheese Wisdom: Apple walnut smoked cheddar from Utah
This is a versatile, creamy cheese
Our favorite sparkling wines
Bring these bubbles home for the holidays
Cheese Wisdom: A creamy blue wrapped in orange peels
A great dessert cheese or unique addition to your cheese plate
JoLo Winery & Vineyards purchases RayLen Vineyards & Winery
The Yadkin Valley winery will be rebranded as Rayson Winery & Vineyards
20-Buck Bottle: A lemon light Pinot Grigio
Crisp and clean Italian white pairs nicely with light and herbal dishes
Cheese Wisdom: Semi-firm cow’s milk with a black pepper pop
Great for a cheese plate and on pasta
20-Buck Bottle: A rosé that marries summer fruit with fall flavors
This Slovenian wine is a perfect pairing for Thanksgiving
Cheese Wisdom: A smooth, creamy Gouda from Holland
Versatile cheese pairs with a variety of wines and foods
20-Buck Bottle: A robust Syrah for robust dishes
Intense California Syrah from a prolific winemaker
