2026 Wine Pairing Board (Printable)

An elegant board combining cheeses, meats, fruits, nuts, and condiments for sophisticated tastings.

# Ingredient List:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz aged Manchego
02 - 3.5 oz creamy Brie
03 - 3.5 oz blue cheese (e.g., 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

# Steps:

01 - Place the assortment of cheeses evenly spaced on a large wooden board or platter.
02 - Fan out prosciutto, salami, and smoked turkey breast slices in small piles surrounding the cheeses.
03 - Position clusters of grapes, sliced pear and apple, along with fresh or dried figs for vibrant color and variety.
04 - Distribute Marcona almonds and toasted walnuts throughout the board for texture and visual appeal.
05 - Place honeycomb or quality honey, fig jam, and grainy mustard in small bowls or ramekins on the board.
06 - Fill open spaces with sliced baguette and assorted crackers for easy pairing with cheeses and spreads.
07 - Present immediately alongside a curated wine selection suited to the board components.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Offers a diverse selection of artisanal cheeses and premium charcuterie that pair well with multiple wine varieties.
  • The combination of fresh fruits, nuts, and sweet accents adds layers of flavor and visual appeal.
  • Easy and quick to assemble with no cooking time, perfect for entertaining.
  • Vegetarian options available by omitting meats and adding flavorful alternatives.
  • Customizable ingredients to suit seasonality and preferences.
02 -
  • Ordnen Sie die Zutaten so an, dass Farben und Texturen abwechslungsreich verteilt sind, um das visuelle Interesse zu erhöhen.
  • Nutzen Sie Käsemesser für jede Käsesorte, damit die Aromen nicht vermischt werden.
  • Füllen Sie leere Stellen mit Nüssen oder Früchten auf, um das Board ausgewogen wirken zu lassen.
  • Wählen Sie Weine gezielt nach den empfohlenen Kombinationen für ein optimales Geschmackserlebnis.
  • Verwenden Sie Tongs oder kleine Servierzangen, damit Gäste die Zutaten hygienisch auswählen können.
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