Louis Jadot Pouilly-Fuissé 2021
Burgundy, France • splurge
Lemon cream, toasted hazelnut, and subtle oak with fresh acidity.
Mac and Cheese
pasta • cheesy • comfort food
Also known as: macaroni and cheese, baked mac and cheese
About the Dish
Mac and Cheese is a american pasta that leans on pasta, cheesy, comfort food. We look for bottles that respect the texture and seasoning without drowning the dish.
Our goal: keep the pasta feel intact while adding lift from Burgundy Chardonnay.
Top Pour: Burgundy Chardonnay
Creamy texture matches the cheese sauce while acid prevents heaviness.
Body: mediumAcidity: mediumSweetness: dry
Why it works
- Moderate acidity balances butter and herb sauces.
- Subtle oak echoes grill smoke without overwhelming fish.
Signature aromas
lemonhazelnutbutter
Bottle inspiration
Pairing Playbook
- Moderate acidity balances butter and herb sauces.
- Subtle oak echoes grill smoke without overwhelming fish.
- Avoid: very tannic reds, very dry wines.
Solid Alternates
Franciacorta — Body: mediumFranciacorta — Acidity: highFranciacorta — Sweetness: dryVouvray — Body: mediumVouvray — Acidity: highVouvray — Sweetness: dry
FAQ
- What wine pairs best with Mac and Cheese?
- Burgundy Chardonnay is our first pour because Creamy texture matches the cheese sauce while acid prevents heaviness..
- Are there budget-friendly alternatives for Mac and Cheese?
- If Burgundy Chardonnay is out of reach, grab Franciacorta Brut—it shares the same structure and keeps the food in focus.
- Which wines should I avoid with Mac and Cheese?
- Skip styles like very tannic reds, very dry wines—they fight the seasoning or overwhelm the dish.
- What if I want a non-alcoholic pairing for Mac and Cheese?
- Try sparkling water with a citrus twist, chilled oolong tea, or verjus spritzes—they mirror acidity without the alcohol.
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very tannic redsvery dry wines
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