It’s Watermelon Season: Best Food Pairings with Keel and Curley Watermelon Wine

At Keel and Curley Winery, we believe in enhancing your tasting journey through the perfect food and drink pairings. Our Watermelon Wine is crisp, sweet, and refreshing, offering many possibilities for the perfect combinations. Whether you want to buy local Florida wine or are looking for expert pairing recommendations, our team has curated the following guide just for you!

If you are looking to pair our delicious Watermelon Wine for a lighter meal or appetizer, we recommend the following foods.

Fresh Salads

Watermelon is a light and crisp fruit on its own, so adding it to a salad with feta, arugula, or mixed greens, and a light vinaigrette can complement the wine’s refreshing qualities. For a lighter snack, stick to those ingredients listed above. For something more filling, look to add salmon for additional protein.

Cheeses

There are quite a few options when it comes to pairing cheeses with our Watermelon Wine. You can go for a soft cheese like goat cheese or mozzarella, or for a bolder flavor, look for semi-hard cheeses like gouda to balance the wine’s sweetness. Try pairing with cheese alone or water crackers for a light, crisp snack.

Fruit Desserts

Why stop at fruit wine? Pair our deliciously-sweet drink with fruit based treats like fruit tarts, sorbets, or even a simple fruit salad. The sweetness of our Watermelon Wine is not overpowering, making additional fruit treats the perfect option for a warm day outside, or as a refreshing mid-afternoon snack. 

For something more substantial beyond an appetizer or light snack, try some of these meal options.

Seafood

Grilled shrimp or scallops, especially with a citrus marinade or sauce, can enhance the fruity notes of our Watermelon Wine. Salmon, often in season at the same time as watermelon, also makes for a great pairing. The refreshing acidity in watermelon pairs wonderfully with seafood making it the perfect pairing option!

BBQ Dishes

Watermelon as a fruit is perfect for outdoor gatherings, and our Watermelon Wine is no different. This wine pairs perfectly with BBQ dishes like grilled chicken, ribs, or burgers. Add some lighter sides listed above and you are in for an outdoor summer treat. 

Asian Cuisine

Consider pairing Watermelon Wine with sushi, particularly rolls that have shrimp or crab, as well as dishes with teriyaki or soy-based sauces. These flavor profiles can enhance the fruity notes of the wine, without overpowering the crispness of the drink.

Enjoy A Sweet And Refreshing Glass of Keel and Curley Watermelon Wine

Whether you’re enjoying a meal at Keel Farms or cooking at home, pairing our delicious fruit wines with any of the options above makes for a wonderful tasting experience!

Buy local Florida wine from Keel Farms from our online shop or at a grocery store near you!