Wine Pairing Board (Printable)

An inviting board featuring cheeses, meats, fruits, nuts, and condiments designed for sophisticated wine tastings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz aged Manchego cheese
02 - 3.5 oz creamy Brie cheese
03 - 3.5 oz blue cheese, such as Roquefort
04 - 3.5 oz goat cheese log

→ Charcuterie

05 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
06 - 3.5 oz dry-cured salami
07 - 3.5 oz smoked turkey breast

→ Fresh Fruits

08 - 1 bunch red grapes
09 - 1 pear, sliced
10 - 1 apple, sliced
11 - 1 handful fresh or dried figs

→ Nuts & Extras

12 - 1.75 oz Marcona almonds
13 - 1.75 oz toasted walnuts
14 - 1 oz honeycomb or quality honey
15 - 1.75 oz dried apricots

→ Accompaniments

16 - 1 small jar fig jam
17 - 1 small jar grainy mustard
18 - 1 baguette, sliced
19 - 3.5 oz assorted crackers

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Arrange the cheeses evenly spaced on a large wooden board or platter.
02 - Fan out slices of prosciutto, salami, and smoked turkey breast around the cheeses in small piles.
03 - Cluster fresh and dried fruits such as grapes, pear, apple slices, and figs for color and variety.
04 - Distribute Marcona almonds and toasted walnuts throughout the board for visual appeal and accessibility.
05 - Place honeycomb, fig jam, and grainy mustard in small bowls or ramekins on the board.
06 - Fill remaining gaps with sliced baguette and assorted crackers for texture contrast.
07 - Present immediately alongside a fine selection of wines appropriate for the cheeses and charcuterie.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect pairing for wines
  • Offers a variety of flavors and textures
02 -
  • Manchego pairs well with Rioja or Tempranillo.
  • Brie complements Chardonnay or Champagne.
03 -
  • Choose a variety of textures and flavors to keep the board interesting
  • Slice fruits and bread just before serving to maintain freshness
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