Food and wine pairings often shine when flavors mirror or balance one another. A warm pear salad layered with roasted onions, rosemary, and pecans delivers autumnal richness and smoky depth, beautifully lifted differently with each Chardonnay. Its tropical fruit notes of pineapple, mango, and lime—finished with almond and Fynbos—cut through the salad’s creaminess and highlight its earthy, caramelized character, creating a bright yet comforting match.
