What wine goes with cheese fondue?
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Fondue is molten gruyère thinned with white wine — the pairing is built into the recipe. Alpine whites with snap and minerality keep palate fatigue away through the whole pot.
Chasselas (Swiss white)
Delicate, stony, alpine
What the Swiss drink with it, and what’s already in the pot — geography is destiny.
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Dry riesling
Crisp, citrus, precise
Easier to find and just as capable of cutting an ocean of cheese.
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Brut Champagne
Toasty, scrubbing bubbles
Carbonation is the only force stronger than melted gruyère.
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Sommelier's tip
Tradition says no cold water with fondue — but cold white wine? Required.
Frequently asked questions
What wine goes with cheese fondue?
Our top pick is Chasselas (Swiss white) (Delicate, stony, alpine). What the Swiss drink with it, and what’s already in the pot — geography is destiny.
What is a budget-friendly wine for cheese fondue?
Dry riesling, typically from about $15. Easier to find and just as capable of cutting an ocean of cheese.
Does red wine go with cheese fondue?
Red wine is generally a harder match here; whites, rosés, or sparkling wines pair better. Chasselas (Swiss white) is the safer choice.
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