Pairing Guide for Aged Shiraz
Perfect companions for local Northern Rivers wines
Best Matches
Aged Cheddar (18+ months)
★★★ Star Pairing
Sharp, crystalline texture. Classic pairing with full-bodied reds.
Washed Rind
★★★ Star Pairing
Pungent, creamy interior. Stands up to bold wine flavours.
Aged Gouda (2+ years)
★★★ Excellent Match
Caramel sweetness with crunchy crystals.
Manchego-style
★★ Great Match
Firm sheep's milk with nutty undertones.
Avoid with Aged Red Wine
Fresh goat cheese
Brie / Camembert
Blue cheese
Triple cream
Fresh mozzarella
Accompaniments
Essential: Quince paste, dried figs, muscatels
Nuts: Toasted walnuts, almonds, hazelnuts
Crackers: Plain water crackers, sourdough, lavosh