Lancaster County Cheese and Wine Pairings

Not many things go better together than cheese and wine.

Creamy, hard, tangy or mellow cheese can be paired perfectly with wines – from white to red or in between with a rosé. - matching a cheese found or made locally with a wine, crafted at a Lancaster County vineyard.

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Chèvre & Sauvignon Blanc

Creamy, spreadable goat cheese, Chèvre, found at Linden Dale Farm's stand at Lancaster Central Market paired with the award-winning Sauvignon Blanc from Waltz Vineyard.

The chèvre is fresh and locally made and can be spread on crackers or raw veggies. Waltz’s Sauvignon Blanc is a dry white wine with notes of green apple, citrus, and honeysuckle. The crispness of this wine pairs well with the rich, creaminess of the chèvre.

Mozzarella & Pinot Gris

We’ve paired a creamy, mild fresh mozzarella with a crisp Pinot Gris. The mozzarella, a classic Italian cheese, was found at Delgiorno’s Italian Specialties at Lancaster Central Market. The freshness pairs well with Weathered Vineyard’s Pinot Gris, a fruity white wine with citrus, pear, white nectarine, and apple notes. The fresh cheese paired with the fruity wine is a match made in heaven.

Smoked Gouda and Chardonnay

Jakes smoked gouda from September Cheese Farm and chardonnay from Deerfoot Downtown offers a magical pairing. The smoked farmhouse gouda has a smooth, oak-smoked flavor. Aged for a minimum of 60 days. The chardonnay goes through a secondary fermentation which helps give it it's signature buttery palate. Lightly oaked and delightfully fresh, this wine surprises a lot of folks and often goes home with people who don't usually get down with Chardonnay.

Honey Brook Jack & Merlot

Featuring a locally made Monterey Jack cheese from September Farm Cheese and merlot with moxie from Nissley Vineyards (Pick up your wine at their winery OR one of their other tasting rooms: Nissley Wine Shop at Rockvale Outlets or Nissley Vineyards Wine Shop & Tasting Room) . Enjoy this fresh, mild cheese is made in Honey Brook with dairy from the neighboring farm. If you’re a fan of dry, medium-bodied Merlots, Nissley’s is for you. With hints of black pepper, the wine goes well with the tasty, mild cheese.

Smoked Gouda & Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot

A classic smoked Gouda from S Clyde Weaver, offers a nutty, smoky flavor. This semi-hard cheese is perfect for snacking while sipping on the Vineyard at Hershey’s red-blend, Firefly. An artful blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, this wine is full-bodied with notes of plum, currant, and spice. The warm finish of the wine pairs well with the smokiness of the cheese.

Balsamic Fig White Cheddar & Cabernet Sauvignon

Hand-rubbed with balsamic from Seasons Olive Oil & Vinegar Taproom and figs, this cheese from Lancaster Farmhouse from Lancaster Central Market is a party for your taste buds.
A cheese like this deserves a rich wine. The Vineyard at Grandview’s Cabernet Sauvignon is a full-bodied wine aged in oak barrels, with notes of red fruit and spice.