Find out the best Wine and Ice Cream pairings

Do ice cream and wine blend well together? 

Ice cream can be combined with wine, but it takes some knowledge to get it right. In theory, the combination makes sense because dairy and wine make our tastebuds happy. Who could give up a cheese platter and red wine night? Wine drinkers also love to pair the drink with sweet treats. 

Wine and chocolate are a classic combination that produces delicious results and is many people's way to unwind after a long day. So, blending ice cream with wine should not be such a leap, but it can be a little trickier to achieve.  

Here are our top tips to keep in mind when trying to pair ice cream and wine together:  

• Try to avoid serving your wine and ice cream chilled. Let your ice cream soften before eating, so you can taste the full magic of the flavors.  

• Look at the tannins in wine. Bold red wines like Cabernet Sauvignon are rich in tannins, which balance deliciously with savory dishes. However, red wines with too many tannins can turn the delightful sweetness of sugary treats into a bitter experience. So, just be wary when pairing ice cream with red wines. 

• The more aged, the better. Keeping in mind the effect that wines with too many tannins could have, the process of aging can actually tame the scratchy character of these compounds. During the aging stage, tannins undergo an oxidative process, which balances out their scratchy characters. 

• The acidity of wine. Most wines are acidic, and this normally balances well with foods, leaving a fresh taste in the mouth. However, with ice cream, the acidity of wine can be a weakness. Just picture squeezing a lemon on top of your ice cream—it is not that enjoyable.  

• The general rule for any wine pairing is that the wine should be sweeter than the other food. 

Fancy some other pairings between ice cream and other beverages? Take advantage of the warm weather and create adults-only ice cream cocktails that make treating yourself and loved ones simple.  

 

Ice cream and red wine

Match the boldness of red wine by pairing it with strong, fearless flavors: pair the richness of chocolate gelato with the freshness of sweet red wine. It is a Summer twist for all the chocolate lovers.  

Coffee ice cream features a distinct, powerful flavor that can only be made better with a glass of red. A spicy red like Cabernet Sauvignon works best, while Shiraz is the ideal beverage to match with mint chocolate chip ice cream.  

The fresh berry notes of your favorite drops of red can also complement the creaminess of vanilla ice cream. 

 

Prosecco and ice cream

Long alfresco lunches and garden parties would not be complete without the light and effervescence of Prosecco and the sweetness of ice cream. So why not blend these two symbols of Summer together?  

The sparkling freshness of Prosecco combines well with fresh fruits like strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries. A glass of Prosecco is always topped with berries, so it is only natural that fruit-based ice creams can pair with this bubbly beverage. Our favorite is strawberry ice cream and Prosecco.  

Nutty pistachio ice cream and prosecco are another delightful pairing between two iconic treats from Italy. When in doubt, pair local food and local wine together for delicious results.  

 

Discover Venchi's luxurious gelato flavors 

Now that we have gotten you in the mood for ice cream, let's look at the best Venchi gelato flavors on offer that are a must to indulge in, again and again.  

Venchi's artisanal gelato is made the traditional Italian way without any artificial colors, flavorings, or preservatives, and you will be able to taste the difference in quality in every bite. The most popular gelato flavors are pistachio, stracciatella, and Chocoviar—crafted from 75% dark chocolate.  

For refreshing gelato flavors that match the sunnier weather, try Venchi's vegan-friendly, fruity gelatos and sorbets. Venchi's strawberry sorbet is a crowd-pleaser and whipped from fresh fruit puree.