Best Fall Apple Dishes to Pair with Wine

As the seasons start transitioning from hot and humid to crisp and cool, we are greatly anticipating all things that come with the fall season. The leaves start changing to vibrant shades of orange, yellow, and red, cozy clothes and nights by the fire return and of course, our favorite- apple picking. We have rounded up our favorite ways to use your bag of fresh picked apples with delicious dishes along with the best wines to pair with them for the ultimate cozy and relaxing fall season. 

Apple Pie & Zind-Humbrecht Riesling Grand Cru Sommerberg
2020 pairs beautifully with apple pie due to its perfect balance of sweetness and acidity, which complements the pie’s sweet-tart flavors. The wine’s complex notes of ripe apple and citrus echo the dessert’s filling, while its minerality contrasts the buttery crust, enhancing the overall experience. The elegant finish of the Riesling also complements the warm spices in the pie, making for a perfect fall pairing. It’s my favorite because it elevates the dessert to a whole new level, pour me a second glass and pass me another slice.

Apple Cider Donuts & Chateau d’Aqueria Tavel Rose

Cinnamon apple cider donuts bring everyone back to the days of apple picking with friends and family, reminding everyone of the fall season. Chateau d’Aqueria Tavel Rose 2022 is an intense, pink-colored wine with aromas of raspberry, strawberry, and peppery notes. This Tavel Rosé is known for being fuller-bodied and more structured than most rosés, with flavors of red berries, hints of spice and a dry finish. The bright acidity and red berry notes in this Tavel Rosé complement the sweetness and spice of the donuts, while the wine’s dry finish balances the donuts richness and sugary taste. The wine has a long finish with caramel notes and pairs well with every part of a meal. With its complex and elegant spicy, fruity notes, this wine is beautifully balanced by its remarkable freshness, making it an excellent match for a cinnamon apple-cider donut.

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