25th July: Wine and Cheese Day

On July 25th, we celebrate the ultimate pairing of wine and cheese. National Wine and Cheese Day provide an opportunity to sample some of our favorites. The pairing of wines and cheese has been a regionalized tradition. Across wine-producing cultures, many pair their regional wines with local cheeses. For example, the French Brie region is noted for its tannic wine varietals. Their Beaujolais goes well with the Brie produced in the area. However, that doesn’t stop a sommelier or cheesemonger from making other recommendations to their clientele. Wine and Cheese Day is a date that celebrates the ultimate pairing of cheese and wine. For a lot of people, there is nothing that goes together better than a great glass of wine and some premium quality cheese. A lot of wine-producing cultures pair regional wines with local cheeses, and so this is an art that is recognized in many parts of the world. Take the French Brie region as a prime example. This area is noted for its varieties of tannic wines. Beaujolais is produced in the area, and it is often served with local Brie