Which wine to serve with Stilton and Leek Soup?

Ak23566 · #1 (**permalink**) 12-21-2007, 09:58 AM

I am hosting a dinner party on Saturday night and I have decided to start with Stilton & Leek Soup with home made Walnut Bread.

Can anyone suggest a good wine to serve. I need something big enough to work with the Stilton - but not too heavy at the start of the meal. I had thought about Sauternes or perhaps a white port. Any better suggestions would be appreciated.

Thank you

chica · #2 (**permalink**) 12-21-2007, 09:58 AM

A chilean Chardonay would be great.

MYRA C · #3 (**permalink**) 12-21-2007, 10:00 AM

Sherry or Port. Sauterns are too sweet. White port would be OK.

farien3 · #4 (**permalink**) 12-21-2007, 10:01 AM

The problem with a Sauternes or a white port is the sweetness. A Stilton and leek soup with walnut bread is already sweet and rich. If you pair it with a wine that is ALSO sweet and rich you will overwhelm your guest's palate and they will not enjoy the main course nearly as much. Instead, pair the soup with a dry, austere white that will serve as a counterpoint to the sweetness of the soup and cut through some of the richness. I suggest a Sauvignon Blanc or a Chardonnay.