Vidanta
Contact Us
  • Eng
  • Esp
The Vidanta Traveler
The Vidanta Traveler
MENU
Share Tweet Pin Email

Language:

Eng
/
Esp
/
  • What’s new
  • Flavors
  • Wellness
  • On the Green
  • Must Experience
  • Behind The Scenes
Vidanta
Contact Us
  • Eng
  • Esp
The
  • What’s new
  • Flavors
  • Wellness
  • On the Green
  • Must Experience
  • Behind The Scenes

Wine Pairing Tips from Our Certified Sommelier



26 December, 2019 Written by Digital

Planning a dinner party and need to choose the perfect wine? You’re in luck! We’ve got you covered with this helpful wine pairing guide, thanks to advice from our very own certified sommelier, Milton Rebolledo.

If there was ever a time to learn how to choose the perfect wine pairing, this holiday season is it! We want to help you plan the perfect dinner party or festive meal (and impress everyone at the table!) so we sat down with our in-house sommelier to get some expert inside tips on wine.

Mr. Rebolledo has been dedicated to wine for over 14 years and has been working at Vidanta for almost 10 years. He has been certified by some of the world’s most notable and creditable institutions. He is constantly working to stay up to date on the latest wine trends and is continuing his training in order to further improve his craft. “I make sure to keep up with what the best restaurants in the world are offering so that we at Vidanta can offer it to our guests,” he said.

So whether you’re an expert sommelier yourself, or are brand-new to the world of wine, we’d like to offer you this short guide to help you choose wines that’ll truly wow your dinner guests.

For the Host

The most important thing to know before choosing a wine pairing is to understand the intensity of flavors or the type of protein that you will be serving to your guests. For example, some types of fish tend to be greasier and have more accentuated flavors. Thus, the classic pairing of fish with white wine is not always the best choice.

For the Guest

If you’re attending a dinner party and you’re not sure about your host’s wine preferences, a bottle of champagne is always well-received and perfect for sharing. Mr. Rebolledo also suggests offering a new wine from an unfamiliar region so that other people at the party can discover something new. After all, sharing is caring—especially during the holiday season!

For Meat-Based Meals

While poultry is traditionally paired with chilled rosé wines, drinking colder wines might not be so pleasant in colder weather. In that case, go for a rosé option with a lower sugar content. As for red-meat-based meals, choose a red wine such as the Zinfandel variety or go for a Pinot Noir, Bordeaux, or Barolo.

For Classic Mexican Meals

In the case of Mexican gastronomy, nothing beats a Mexican wine. For pork “pozole”—a classic Mexican dish—the ideal pairing would be a white wine with low-residual sugar. Heartier dishes, like “mole”, pair well with a red wine like Nebbiolo or Shiraz.

For Vegetarian Dishes

Pair green vegetables with a sparkling wine or a clearer white wine. As for root vegetables, pair them with a medium-body, aromatic white wine, a rosé, or a clearer red wine.

So whether you’re on-resort at one of our many restaurants or home at your own dinner table, we’re sure you’ll make the perfect wine pairings. And to get a taste of Vidanta’s great wine offerings, or to meet Mr. Rebolledo in-person, just call us at 1-800-292-9446 to book your next stay today!

From all of us at Vidanta, we wish you a very happy New Year and we can’t wait to see you again soon.

Share Tweet Pin Email
Add to my Articles
Related Articles

  • Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ turns 10!
    It’s time to celebrate an unparalleled journey of discovery and awe. This year marks a spectacular milestone—Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ is celebrating its 10th anniversary at Vidanta Riviera Maya. As the only resident show in Latin America and the first-ever Cirque du Soleil production to feature a dining experience, JOYÀ has become an international sensation, [...] Read More
  • Dive into New Thrills at Jungala!
    Discover two incredible new attractions and all the other fun at Jungala! As the weather changes and winter approaches, paradise becomes even more alluring. And with not just one, but two brand-new attractions now available at Jungala Aqua Experience, now is the time to plan your Vidanta Riviera Maya getaway! At this beloved oasis of [...] Read More
  • VidantaWorld’s ELEGANT: From Mexico to the World
    Set sail on the luxury-filled journey of a lifetime. The world’s most stunning beauty awaits you. And there’s no better way to experience it than aboard VidantaWorld’s ELEGANT, the world’s most luxurious mega yacht! Picture yourself waking up to the serene sounds of the ocean, enjoying world-class dining and the one-of-a-kind attentive service Vidanta has [...] Read More
We’re Thankful for an Extraordinary Year
Vidanta Riviera Maya is Leading the Way in Sustainability
  • What’s new
  • Flavors
  • Wellness
  • On the Green
  • Must Experience
  • Style

Traveler Magazine
The vidanta traveler magazine

Explore our print magazine for even more in-depth access to the world of Vidanta.

Learn more
Stay connected

Subscribe to our newsletter

By clicking submit, I agree to the privacy policy, terms of use and that I want to receive the newsletter in my e-mail.


Vidanta

Grand Luxxe The Grand Bliss The Grand Mayan The Bliss Mayan Palace

Privacy Notice

Copyright © 2020 Vidanta - All rights reserved.