Wine and food pairing: Quiche Lorraine

Quiche Lorraine is an emblematic dish of French gastronomy, appreciated for its simplicity and finesse. Its filling of smoked lardons, crème fraîche, eggs and cheese offers a palette of rich, comforting flavors, while its crispy pastry provides a deliciously contrasting texture. This perfect marriage of flavors and textures makes it a versatile dish that can be enjoyed at any time of day.

To choose the ideal wine to accompany a quiche lorraine, it's important to consider several factors:

Dominant flavors: The main flavors of quiche lorraine are smoked bacon, cream and eggs. Look for a wine that complements these flavors while bringing its own aromatic palette.

The texture: The texture of a quiche lorraine is a key factor in its success.

The texture of the dish: quiche lorraine has both a creamy and crunchy texture. Opt for a wine that offers a nice texture on the palate and is in keeping with this duality.

The occasion: quiche lorraine can be served as an appetizer, main course or even as an aperitif. Choose a wine that suits the occasion and complements the other dishes in the meal.

The occasion: Quiche Lorraine can be served as a starter, a main course or even an aperitif.

Here are a few wine and quiche lorraine pairing suggestions to guide you in your choice:

A dry white wine from Alsace: A Dry, mineral Riesling, with its aromas of white-fleshed fruit, citrus and gunflint, offers a lovely freshness and liveliness that balances the rich flavors of the quiche lorraine. Other organic Alsace wines can be matched, such as the cuvée Zellenberg from Domaine Marcel Deiss for example.

Chardonnay: A well-balanced Chardonnay, with its notes of stone fruit, butter and vanilla, perfectly complements the creamy texture of the quiche lorraine. Its roundness on the palate brings a sensation of softness and comfort. The Marsannay blanc du domaine Jean Fournier will be a great match!

Pinot Noir: A light, fruity Pinot Noir, with its aromas of cherry, raspberry and sweet spices, offers a great complement to the smoked bacon flavors of the quiche lorraine. Its freshness on the palate cleanses the palate between each bite, leaving a sensation of lightness and liveliness. Try the Rully rouge du domaine Jaeger-Defaix for example.