Semi-hard cheeses
Semi-hard cheeses like Gouda, Gruyère, and Manchego offer a balanced complexity of flavors that pairs beautifully with both aromatic white wines and medium-bodied reds. The nutty, savory qualities in these cheeses complement the fruit notes in wines while the moderate fat content works well with the carbonation and malt character of traditional European beer styles.
Recommended Beers
Saison Dupont Farmhouse Ale
Saison Dupont is a classic Belgian farmhouse ale with a golden-blonde color, fine effervescence, and a complex, aromatic character featuring notes of fruit, spice, and a distinctive yeast profile with a dry, refreshing finish.
Orval Trappist Ale
Orval is a unique Trappist ale dry-hopped and bottle conditioned with Brettanomyces yeast, creating a complex, aromatic beer with distinctive fruity and earthy notes that evolves significantly with age.
Ayinger Oktober Fest-Märzen
A rich, full-bodied, malty Bavarian lager with a deep amber-orange color. It features a clean, toasty malt character balanced by mild hop bitterness and a smooth, dry finish that exemplifies the traditional Oktoberfest style.
Recommended Wine Varietals
These wine varietals pair beautifully with semi-hard cheeses. Browse our selection to find wines made from these grapes.
Recommended Beer Styles
These beer styles complement semi-hard cheeses perfectly. Explore our beer selection to find these styles.