Wine & Chocolate Tasting

Roussanne + Jalapeño Peanut Brittle

This bright, fresh Roussanne with its floral white gardenia notes and medium acidity provides a refreshing counterpoint to the hand-pulled peanut brittle's buttery richness and candied jalapeño heat. The wine's delicate character beautifully tempers the building spice while enhancing the sweet, nutty caramel flavors.

Sangiovese Rosé + Peach Yogurt Bonbon

The pink grapefruit color and bright acidity of this Sangiovese Rosé, with its white strawberry, watermelon, and citrus zest notes, creates a perfect harmony with the creamy peach yogurt ganache. The wine's refreshing character and subtle fruit notes enhance the sun-ripened peach flavors while the acidity beautifully balances the bonbon's sweetness.

Tempranillo + Rio Grande Valley Orange and Black Pepper Bonbon

This medium-bodied Tempranillo with its well-balanced structure, bright acidity, and substantial tannins stands up beautifully to the citrus brightness of Texas Rio Grande Valley oranges and the surprising black pepper kick. The wine's complexity complements the bonbon's bold flavor contrasts, creating an intriguing and sophisticated pairing.

Envisage + Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Bonbon

The alluring aromas of black licorice, warm sandalwood, and fresh red fruit in this Envisage blend, combined with vibrant flavors of cherry, ripe blueberry, and juicy plum, create a spectacular pairing with the classic chocolate-covered strawberry bonbon. The wine's berry-forward character beautifully echoes and enhances the strawberry ganache while its smooth finish complements the dark chocolate shell.

Vega Sparkling Rosé + Black Currant and Blueberry Bonbon (Bonus)

This sparkling Malbec rosé with notes of fresh raspberry, mountain strawberry, cherry, and citrus zest brings festive bubbles that refresh the palate while pairing with the rich black currant and sweet blueberry ganache. The wine's berry character creates a harmonious echo of the bonbon's fruit flavors while the effervescence provides a delightful textural contrast to the silky dark chocolate.