| Wine and cheese baskets are the perfect gifts as | | | | like blue cheese go well withwines such as Cabernet |
| both represent a timeless treat, made of two items | | | | Sauvignon, Shiraz, Zinfandel. The Brie variety of |
| that have been enjoyed together for ages. Wine and | | | | cheese goes well with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. |
| cheese gift baskets are the ideal gifts for weddings | | | | Cheddar cheese along with Riesling, Merlot or Shiraz |
| and anniversaries, and adding a personalized touch to | | | | varieties of wine is popular choice. Gouda along with |
| the gifts can make them all the more special. This | | | | Riesling Zinfandel, Merlot and Monterey Jack with |
| timeless combination of wine and cheese is always | | | | Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot and Zinfandel is also a |
| appreciated by almost everyone who enjoys wine. | | | | common favorite. Swiss cheese with Sauvignon Blanc, |
| The fact that different varieties of cheese enhance | | | | Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir is another popular |
| the flavor of the wine in most cases and vice versa | | | | option. Roquefort goes well with Port wine while |
| is another reason for the popularity of this | | | | cream cheese and White Zinfandel make a nice pair. |
| combination. However, for the complete enjoyment | | | | Prices for these wine and cheese gift baskets range |
| of this all time favorite combination, choosing the | | | | from $32 to $250. However, if rare wines are |
| correct variety of cheese with the right brand of | | | | chosen, the price of the gift basket also goes up |
| wine is extremely important. Wines usually go well | | | | accordingly. Gift baskets can be stuffed with other |
| with cheese that is from the same country or region. | | | | favorite goodies of the receiver such as chocolates |
| Acidic wines usually go well with acidic cheese. | | | | and wine accessories in order to give the wine gift |
| Some of the commonly available varieties of cheese | | | | baskets a personalized touch. |