Happy Valentine’s Day! Whether you’re celebrating with a partner, friends, or solo, here’s a fun, casual pairing perfect for movie night:

Parmesan Popcorn + Chenin Blanc

Why it works:

🍿 Salty + round juicy wine = addictive combination. The combination cuts through the salt and makes you want more.

🧀 Parmesan umami + wine minerality = savory magic. The aged cheese’s complexity matches the wine’s brioche and mineral notes.

💕 Casual elegance. It’s fun, approachable, and unexpected—perfect for a cozy Valentine’s celebration.

Quick recipe:

1. Pop popcorn (stovetop or air-popped, not microwave)
2. While hot, toss with melted butter
3. Add finely grated Parmesan (lots!)
4. Season with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of garlic powder
5. Serve immediately with ice-cold Chenin Blanc

This is the kind of accessible, delicious pairing that shows wine doesn’t have to be serious to be special.

Dry Vouvray – slightly sweet Vouvray, any Chenin Blanc – yes! even sparkling Chenin Blanc works amazingly well with this pairing.

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