Why do people have cheese and wine

[Ian]

I don't get it. like what about it makes it so good? btw I can't try because that would be illegal.

[Pusheen]

I belive it has to be with tradition mostly, because a lot of things can match in matters of taste with wine, same with cheese. But the common convination of both is a traditional thing that comes from the past of the countries that produced both products. I think it has to be with the long production of wine and cheese in france, both elements were so common that eating them together became an habit. I'm sure it must have a huge background and facts... but yeah.

[Foxglove]

This is actually a really interesting question! I never thought to wonder about this before
I always thought people ate cheese with wine so that they could pair the flavors. Like different types of cheese suit and complement the flavors of different types of wine, so of course you wouldn't just take any cheese and bottle of wine and consume them together.

Edit: Sorry, I just realized this comment probably doesn't help to answer your question. I liked Rrachel's response; I think it just ended up being cheese and wine because both are produced and often consumed together during mealtime in France, and France is like the Mecca of the culinary world or something.

[Reese]

@(you need an account to see links) and @(you need an account to see links) are definitely right--it is a mixture of tradition and taste pairing !

[Ian]

maybe when I am 21 I will try it but for now I will use grape juice

[firehawk]

cheese is great but not a wine fan personally

[AskJeeves]

I don't know about cheese and wine, but I could tell you a thing or two about cheese and grapes.

It's delicious and they balance each other well.

Another reason you might have a hard time thinking about this combination, could be due to the quality of cheese you eat.

Honestly, I don't mean to be a snob, but the basic cheeses where I'm from (WI) are leaps and bounds better than the basic cheeses I've had around the US.

So, try to maybe find some Wisconsin extra sharp cheddar and sit down with some grapes and you will have a better understanding.

(Or get some expensive cheese if you really want to enjoy yourself - expensive cheese is to die for)

[Targaryen]

I'm not quite sure.
But I know alone cheese and wine are pretty awesome.
Kinda like why not combine them together?
Maybe like chocolate milk shakes and salty French fries? I sure do love that combo :p

[Banannie]

It's really good when you get the right pairing. I dunno why it's so good. The flavors are shocking sometimes and they make for memorable tastes. If you get the chance, try blueberry goat cheese it is heavenly!!!!

[Double.Trouble]

Certain cheeses and wines are supposed to pair with each other and compliment each other's flavors nicely. I wouldn't know since I don't like wine, but I do know certain foods taste good with certain beers, so I bet it works the same way.

I guess it's like toothpaste and orange juice, only that tastes awful together, haha!