Which wine goes well with smoked salmon?

Tonight, you're having friends over. Your menu is ready: for starters, you'll be serving smoked salmon. But now you're wondering what wine to serve with smoked salmon.

Smoked salmon, a delicacy

Traditionally, smoked salmon is a festive dish, appreciated for its rich, delicate flesh and pleasant salty notes. There are many ways to serve it: with blinis or toasted bread, accompanied by crème fraîche or lemon juice—the choice is yours. But this delicate product cannot be paired with just any wine.

Which white wine should you drink with smoked salmon?

To avoid upsetting the balance of the tasting, it is best to choose a wine that does not contain tannins. That is why the dry white wine is an ideal choice. To ensure a certain acidity on the palate, choose a wine that is fresh and young. Therefore, opt for a Pouilly-Fumé or a Pouilly-Fumé. The Alsace white wines also go very well with smoked salmon. In this case, you can opt for a Pinot Gris from Alsace or even a Riesling.

Champagne: an elegant and interesting alternative

There's nothing stopping you from serving smoked salmon with a good Champagne. Its bubbles will highlight the delicacy of the salmon, and the freshness of the champagne will further enhance its smoky flavor. For example, a Deutz will be perfect for enjoying your dish.

Red wine: good or bad idea?

Pair smoked salmon with a red wine is more delicate. Most of these wines have fairly pronounced tannins and may therefore mask the delicacy and smoky flavor of the salmon. If, despite everything, you still want to go for this option, you should make sure you choose a wine with low tannins. We recommend serving a Pinot, a Gamay, or even a wine Alsace red wine.

What wine should you serve with asparagus and smoked salmon?

The taste of asparagus varies depending on the variety. White asparagus has a subtle, delicate flavor. Green asparagus, on the other hand, has a more pronounced taste, while purple asparagus is fruitier. In any case, all of these varieties go well with smoked salmon. A dry white wine is the perfect accompaniment to this dish. We recommend a Duras coast, a Bergerac, a Pinot Gris, a Chablis Grand Cru or Premier Cru or even another Fixin.

What wine should you serve with oysters and smoked salmon?

Because you want your guests to have a choice, you have decided to serve oysters with your smoked salmon. Oysters have a rather fatty texture and a fairly pronounced salty, iodine-rich taste. It is therefore important to choose the right wine to accompany both the oysters and the smoked salmon. To be sure of making no mistake, you should opt for tart white wines. Their slightly salty taste will be perfect. Among the Alsace wines, you can choose a Riesling or a Pinot Blanc. One Bergerac or a Bergerac hills will also work very well. But there are other options available to you: Muscadet, Sancerre, Quincy, Pouilly-sur-Loire, among the white wines of the Loire Valley. In Burgundy, a Chablis or a Petit Chablis will delight your taste buds. 
If you do not wish to serve a white wine, you can safely turn to the champagneIts acidity will perfectly complement the salty notes of oysters and smoked salmon. Of course, be sure to choose a classic vintage with lively bubbles.

What wine should you serve with smoked salmon and avocado?

As a starter, avocado with smoked salmon is always a big hit. A delicious fruit packed with vitamins, it is becoming increasingly popular on our tables. In order not to spoil its light nutty taste and creamy texture, particular care should be taken when choosing a wine to accompany it. Among the white wines of Bordeaux, you can choose between a Bordeaux Superior or a Francs-Côtes-de-Bordeaux White. Some Burgundy whites will do the job nicely. For example, a Chablis Grand Cru. You can also turn to a Arbois White or a White Pupillin. Finally, the Alsace Riesling White remains a safe bet.

Wines that should never be served with smoked salmon

Certain wines should be avoided when serving smoked salmon. Oaky white wines, for example, do not pair well with the smoky flavor of salmon. Meursault or Puligny-Montrachet are not good choices. Sweet wines also clash with the salty notes of salmon. Therefore, avoid serving a Gewurztraminer Vendanges Tardives or a Château d'Yquem. Red wines with a lot of tannins are also not a good choice. Therefore, do not choose a Saint-Emilion or a Pomerol. Finally, all rosé wines should be avoided, as they are too bland for salmon.