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Comfort Wines for Comfort Foods

When winter winds are blowing, these ten warming food and wine pairs will take the chill off. — By: Gretchen Roberts

William Meppem

5/14

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Noodles and Cheese

Possibly America's best-loved comfort food, Mac and Cheese or its Italian counterpart, Fettuccine Alfredo, is the ultimate winter indulgence. Hot, creamy, cheesy, buttery noodles need a wine like Chardonnay, which has a complementary creaminess to match as well as vibrant acidity to cleanse your palate. Look for a Chardonnay that's been oak aged (rather than one fermented in stainless steel) for that creamy, heavyweight mouthfeel. Try the 2008 Gordon Brothers Chardonnay from Washington ($16).

Recipe: Baked Macaroni and Cheese

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