Wine and cheese are delicious all year long, aren’t they? But on hotter days, it can be harder to pair them without getting too hot. Luckily, there are a few tricks that can make this pairing lighter, more refreshing and even tastier.

Check out our tips and bon appétit!

Best cheeses to eat in the summer

Both wines and cheeses offer a very wide variety of flavors and textures. This needs to be considered to ensure an even more special culinary experience.

For cheeses, the best options are rich in vitamins and lower in fat. They can thus help you cope with summer heat without jeopardizing your stomach.

Goat cheese, for example, is very tasty and contains less lactose, so it is great to eat with tomatoes and olives. Buffalo mozzarella, on the other hand, is incredible with sun-dried tomatoes, basil, olive oil and arugula.

It is also the most suitable option for those with high cholesterol, as it is well-known for containing lower levels of this lipid.

For those who must have cow’s-milk cheese, the good news is that there are many options in the heat. Prefer moister cheeses, such as brie, camembert and mozzarella.

For those who like firmer cheeses, Parmesan and Grana Padano are also good options for the summer.

For each type of cheese, a different wine

To complete the moment, it has to be a delicious wine, chosen with care. Let us help you understand a little more about pairing wines and cheeses for the summer!

Sparkling Wines and Champagne

This type of beverage, with balanced acidity, goes well with soft white cheeses, such as Brie and Camembert.

Merlot

Although it is full-bodied, Merlot can be paired with more mature cheeses, such as Grana Padano.

Rosé

Quite versatile, this wine is ideal for pairing with cured cheese with stronger flavor, which contrast with the freshness of the wine. 

Sauvignon Blanc

Perfect combination with the acidity of goat cheeses and buffalo mozzarella. 

Sweet white wine

The perfect pair for blue cheese, offering the classic contrast between sweet and savory. 

Tramontina cheese knives and kits

Tramontina has knives for different types of cheeses, making a charcuterie board much easier to prepare. There are options for hard, semi-hard and soft cheeses, with benefits such as:

• The stainless-steel blades have longer edge durability due to heat treatment.

• Polywood treated wood handles are resistant to impacts and high temperatures, ensuring longer durability.

• They are dishwasher safe, streamlining your daily life.

Now that you know how to pair cheeses and wines in the summer, you can just choose your favorites and ensure special moments alone, with family or friends!