Strawberry tart and wine: 2 perfect matches

WHAT TO DRINK WITH A STRAWBERRY TART?

Choosing the right wine to accompany a strawberry tart is crucial. Here are two perfect pairings for a delicious strawberry tart, so you’ll have no excuses the next time you need to bring a dessert and wine to your in-laws!

1) The Classic Pairing: With a Rosé Champagne

You might recall the famous scene in Pretty Woman where Richard Gere suggests a delightful strawberry and champagne pairing to Julia Roberts. And he’s absolutely right, as the tart and sweet flavor of strawberries pairs perfectly with the freshness and delicate bubbles of champagne. For a strawberry tart, we highly recommend a Rosé Champagne. The fruity character of the champagne and its red fruit aromas will complement and enhance the flavor of the strawberries. A Rosé Crémant from the Loire, Burgundy, or Alsace would also be a great choice for this pairing.

2) The Original Pairing: With a Rosé Wine

If Champagne isn’t your style or if you’re looking for something more original, consider a sweet natural Rosé wine or a light red wine. In the strawberry tart and wine pairing, focusing on red fruit is key. Choose a fruity wine with pronounced aromas, low tannins, and a round palate with good aromatic persistence. Its residual sugar (the sugar from the grape that hasn’t been converted into alcohol) will complement the fleshy texture of the strawberries, while its light tannins will contrast nicely with the creamy pastry cream and the crispness of the tart crust. A Rosé Liqueur wine from Floc-de-Gascogne or a red wine from Pineau des Charentes would be ideal.

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FAQ - Wine and strawberry tart

What kind of rosé Champagne works best with a strawberry tart?

Look for a rosé Champagne with clear red fruit notes rather than a dry, mineral-driven brut. A rosé Crémant from the Loire, Burgundy, or Alsace makes a more affordable alternative with a similar effect.

Can a red wine be paired with a strawberry tart?

Yes, as long as it is soft and low in tannin, such as a red Pineau des Charentes. The key is avoiding firm tannins, which would clash with the sweetness of the pastry cream.

What temperature should the wine be served at for this dessert?

Serve a Champagne or Crémant rosé at around 8 to 10°C to keep its bubbles and freshness intact. A liqueur wine or a sweet red is best served slightly warmer, around 12°C, to bring out its fruit.

Which wines should be avoided with a strawberry tart?

Dry, tannic, or full-bodied reds are best avoided, since their structure clashes with the sweetness of the strawberries and weighs down the pairing. Soft, fruity styles work far better.

What is Floc de Gascogne and does it suit this dessert?

Floc de Gascogne is a liqueur wine from southwest France, made by blending grape juice with Armagnac. Its rosé version, round and fruity, pairs naturally with the strawberries in a tart.