Port is a classic combination with chocolate, and it's not uncommon to purchase chocolate cups to fill with the fortified wine. Plus, port pairs well with cheeses and other desserts, making it an excellent option post-meal.
Typically, you'll want to make sure the wine is sweeter than what you're eating to prevent it from tasting overly acidic. However, that's not the only factor to consider. Other elements like complementary and contrasting flavors play a role, as does the intensity of the food and wine.
Ruby is a great place for port newbies to start, with its pleasantly palatable nature and notes of red fruits and spices. Meanwhile, tawny port features dried fruit and nutty notes on the palate.
Matching just the right bottle to a complementary piece (okay, bar) of chocolate isn't as easy as picking your two favorites. While there's something to be said about savoring what you like, even if it isn't technically an ideal pairing.
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