Quiche requires an acidic red or white wine to cut through the wall of flavours, such as Prosecco, Beaujolais Villages, Pinot Gris, Riesling or Vermentino. Quiche, is a delicious egg tart full of cheese, cream, and veggies such as spinach, mushrooms or arugula. Quiche Lorraine is one of the more popular styles of Quiche and contains bacon or ham, cheese and onions. Quiche is popular at brunches, picnics, and sometimes as an hors ‘devour where it might be served as a bite-sized tart.
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Best Wine with Quiche
Type
Varietal
Food
Why This Pairing Works
Rating (out of 5)
Sparkling Wine
Champagne
Quiche
Champagne's effervescence and high acidity cut through the richness of quiche beautifully. Its crisp, clean flavours provide a refreshing contrast to the creamy egg filling. The wine's complexity can match the various ingredients in the quiche, while its celebratory nature elevates the dining experience. This pairing offers a delightful balance of textures and flavours.
Beer
Weissbier
Quiche
Weissbier's light body and effervescence complement quiche beautifully. Its wheat flavours pair well with the pastry crust, while its subtle fruity and spicy notes enhance the dish's savoury elements. The beer's high carbonation helps cut through the richness of the egg and cheese, cleansing the palate between bites.
Beer
Witbier
Quiche
Witbier's light, refreshing character pairs excellently with quiche. Its subtle citrus and spice notes provide an interesting contrast to the dish's savoury flavours. The beer's wheat base complements the pastry crust, while its high carbonation cuts through the richness of the egg and cheese.
Sparkling Wine
Sparkling Wine
Quiche
Sparkling wine's effervescence and high acidity cut through the richness of quiche beautifully. Its crisp, clean flavours provide a refreshing contrast to the creamy egg filling. The wine's complexity can match the various ingredients in the quiche. Its celebratory nature elevates the dining experience, making even a simple quiche feel special. This versatile pairing works well with various quiche styles.
Plus hey, if you're eating Quiche well before noon - a champagne flute full of sparkling wine is socially acceptable.
Beaujolais' light body and fruity character complement the delicate flavours of quiche beautifully. Its bright acidity cuts through the richness of the egg and cheese, while its low tannins prevent overpowering the dish. The wine's red fruit notes provide a pleasant contrast to the savoury elements of the quiche, such as ham or onions.
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Beer
Wheat Beer
Quiche
Wheat beer's light body and subtle flavours pair well with the delicate nature of quiche. Its carbonation helps cleanse the palate between bites of the rich, eggy dish. The beer's wheat notes complement the pastry crust, while its subtle fruitiness can enhance the quiche's flavours.
White Wine
Burgundy, White
Quiche
White Burgundy's creamy texture mirrors the richness of quiche, while its acidity cuts through the dish's heaviness. The wine's subtle oak notes can complement the pastry crust, and its mineral undertones add complexity. However, some white Burgundies may be too full-bodied for lighter quiches, potentially overwhelming the dish's delicate flavours.
White Wine
Chardonnay, Unoaked
Quiche
Unoaked Chardonnay's crisp acidity balances the richness of quiche perfectly. Its clean, fruit-forward profile complements the egg and cheese without overpowering them. The wine's subtle buttery notes can enhance the pastry crust, while its freshness helps cleanse the palate. This pairing allows both the wine and the quiche to shine without competition.
Pinot Blanc from Alsace offers a perfect balance for quiche with its medium body and crisp acidity. Its subtle fruit flavours complement the egg and cheese without overshadowing them. The wine's mineral notes can enhance the quiche's savoury elements, while its freshness cuts through the dish's richness.
Pinot Gris' medium body and balanced acidity complement the textures of quiche beautifully. Its subtle fruit flavours provide a pleasant contrast to the savoury elements of the dish. The wine's slight richness can match the creaminess of the egg filling, while its crisp finish helps cleanse the palate. This versatile pairing works well with various quiche ingredients.
Alsatian Riesling's high acidity cuts through the richness of quiche effectively. Its floral and fruit notes offer a delightful contrast to the savoury dish. The wine's mineral undertones can complement the quiche's various ingredients, while its typical dryness balances the creamy texture.
Riesling's high acidity balances the richness of quiche beautifully. Its fruity and floral notes provide a refreshing contrast to the savoury elements of the dish. The wine's typical sweetness can complement any caramelized onions or vegetables in the quiche. Its light body ensures it doesn't overpower the delicate flavours.
Rosé's crisp acidity can cut through the richness of quiche effectively. Its light red fruit flavours provide a pleasant contrast to the savoury dish. The wine's refreshing nature helps prevent palate fatigue with the creamy quiche.
Red Wine
Sylvaner
Quiche
Sylvaner's light body and crisp acidity can complement the delicate flavours of quiche. Its subtle fruit and herbal notes may enhance the dish's savoury elements. The wine's freshness can help cleanse the palate between bites. However, its typically neutral character may not add significant depth to the pairings containing ham or bacon, resulting in a good but unremarkable combination.
Pinot Gris from Alsace offers a rich texture that mirrors the creaminess of quiche. Its subtle fruit flavours complement the egg and cheese without overpowering them. The wine's balanced acidity helps cut through the dish's richness.
Beer
Helles
Quiche
Helles' crisp, clean flavour profile complements the delicate nature of quiche well. Its subtle maltiness pairs nicely with the pastry crust, while its light hop bitterness can cut through the dish's richness. The beer's refreshing quality helps cleanse the palate between bites.
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Kölsch
Quiche
Kölsch's light body and subtle fruitiness pair well with the delicate flavours of quiche. Its crisp, clean taste provides a refreshing contrast to the rich, eggy dish. The beer's mild hop bitterness can help cut through the creaminess of the cheese. Its effervescence cleanses the palate between bites, making it a very enjoyable and complementary pairing.
Beer
American Wheat Beer
Quiche
American Wheat Beer's light body and subtle wheat flavours complement quiche nicely. Its crisp character can cut through the richness of the egg and cheese. The beer's mild fruitiness may enhance the dish's savoury elements. However, it may lack some of the complexity found in traditional European wheat beers, making it a good but not exceptional pairing.
White Wine
Bouzeron
Quiche
Bouzeron's crisp acidity and mineral notes complement quiche beautifully. Its light body doesn't overpower the dish's delicate flavours. The wine's subtle fruit and floral notes can enhance the quiche's savoury elements. Its freshness helps cut through the richness of the egg and cheese, creating a balanced and refreshing pairing that showcases the versatility of this lesser-known Burgundian white.
Other
Pear Cider
Quiche
Pear cider's crisp acidity and subtle sweetness complement quiche nicely. Its light body doesn't overpower the dish's delicate flavours. The cider's fruity notes provide a pleasant contrast to the savoury elements of the quiche. Its effervescence helps cleanse the palate between bites.
Côtes du Rhône Red's medium body can complement heartier quiches, particularly those with ham or bacon. Its red fruit flavours provide a nice contrast to the savoury elements of the dish. The wine's moderate tannins and acidity can help cut through the richness of the egg and cheese. However, it may overpower lighter quiche varieties, making it a less versatile pairing choice.
Cabernet Franc's medium body and herbaceous notes can complement certain quiche varieties, particularly those with bell peppers, olivies, or ham. Its bright acidity helps cut through the dish's richness. The wine's red fruit flavours may provide an interesting contrast to the savoury elements. However, its tannins and bold character might overpower more delicate quiches, making it a challenging pairing that requires careful selection.
Vermentino's crisp acidity and light body perfectly complement the delicate flavours of spinach quiche. Its citrus and herbal notes enhance the spinach's green flavours beautifully. The wine's mineral undertones add complexity to the pairing, while its refreshing nature cuts through the richness of the egg and cheese.
Sparkling Wine
Vin Mousseux
Spinach Quiche
Vin Mousseux's effervescence cuts through the richness of spinach quiche effectively. Its crisp acidity balances the creamy egg and cheese beautifully. The wine's light fruit flavours provide a refreshing contrast to the earthy spinach. Its bubbles help cleanse the palate between bites, enhancing the overall dining experience.
Fleurie's light body and fruity character perfectly complement the delicate flavours of Quiche Lorraine. Its bright acidity cuts through the richness of the egg and cheese, while its low tannins prevent overpowering the dish. The wine's floral notes and red fruit flavours provide a delightful contrast to the savoury bacon, while the wine's earthier notes will resonate with the smoky flavours of the bacon.
Red Wine
Fitou, Red
Quiche Lorraine
Fitou's medium body and fruity character can stand up to the rich flavours of Quiche Lorraine. Its moderate tannins help cut through the creaminess of the cheese and egg. The wine's spicy notes may complement the bacon in the quiche. However, care should be taken not to overpower the dish's more delicate flavours, resulting in a good but potentially challenging pairing.
Pinot Blanc from Alsace pairs beautifully with Quiche Lorraine. Its medium body and crisp acidity balance the richness of the bacon and cheese. The wine's subtle fruit flavours highlight the eggy flavours without overshadowing them. Its mineral notes can enhance the quiche's savoury elements, while its freshness cuts through the dish's heaviness.
Red Wine
Anjou-Gamay
Quiche Lorraine
Anjou-Gamay's light body and fruity character complement the flavours of Quiche Lorraine nicely. Its bright acidity cuts through the richness of the egg and cheese, while its low tannins prevent overpowering the dish. The wine's red fruit notes provide a pleasant contrast to the savoury bacon.
Pinot Noir's light body and bright acidity complement Quiche Lorraine well. Its red fruit flavours provide a pleasant contrast to the savoury bacon and cheese. The wine's earthy undertones can enhance the dish's complexity. Its low tannins prevent overpowering the delicate egg flavours.
White Wine
Montlouis sur Loire - Dry White
Quiche Lorraine
Montlouis sur Loire's dry white wine complements Quiche Lorraine beautifully. Its crisp acidity cuts through the richness of the egg and cheese. The wine's mineral notes enhance the quiche's savoury elements, while its subtle fruit flavours provide a pleasant contrast. Its medium body stands up to the dish without overpowering it.
Quiche Lorraine, while delicious, is quite salty and a touch fatty, thus, while a white wine doesn't enhance the bacon, it will provide plenty of refreshment.
White Wine
Mâcon, White
Quiche Lorraine
Mâcon's balanced acidity cuts through the richness of Quiche Lorraine beautifully. Its medium body stands up to the bacon and cheese without overwhelming the egg. The wine's subtle fruit flavours offer a pleasant contrast to the dish's savoury elements. Its mineral notes can enhance the quiche's complexity.
White Wine
Coteaux du Vendômois - White
Quiche Lorraine
Coteaux du Vendômois white's crisp acidity balances the richness of Quiche Lorraine beautifully. Its light to medium body holds up to dish with all its rich crust, bacon and cheese, without overwhelming the egg aspect. The wine's subtle fruit and floral notes provide a pleasant contrast to the savoury bacon and cheese. Its mineral undertones can enhance the quiche's complexity. This lesser-known Loire Valley wine offers an interesting and enjoyable regional pairing.
Rosé
Coteaux du Languedoc, Rosé AOC
Quiche Lorraine
Coteaux du Languedoc Rosé AOC pairs wonderfully with quiche Lorraine due to its vibrant acidity and red berry notes, which refresh the palate against the creamy custard and rich bacon. The wine's subtle herbal and floral undertones resonate with the dish's savoury flavours, enhancing its complexity without overwhelming the delicate texture. Its crisp and dry finish cuts through the buttery crust, creating a balanced, lively pairing ideal for a brunch or light meal.
White Wine
Pernand-Vergelesses, White
Quiche Lorraine
Pernand-Vergelesses white wine pairs beautifully with quiche Lorraine. Its rich yet fresh profile, featuring notes of citrus, almonds, and subtle oak, harmonizes with the creamy custard and savoury bacon in the quiche. The wine's bright acidity cuts through the richness of the filling and complements the buttery crust, ensuring a balanced and elegant pairing. The understated minerality typical of Pernand-Vergelesses adds complexity, enhancing both the dish and the wine in every bite.
White Wine
Châteauneuf du Pape, White
Asparagus Quiche
Châteauneuf du Pape White's full body and complex flavours complement asparagus quiche beautifully. Its rich texture mirrors the creaminess of the egg filling. The wine's floral and stone fruit notes provide a lovely contrast to the earthy asparagus. Its balanced acidity cuts through the dish's richness, while its subtle oak notes can enhance the quiche's complexity.
White Wine
Mâcon, White
Asparagus Quiche
Mâcon white's crisp acidity and mineral notes pair excellently with asparagus quiche. Its light to medium body complements the dish without overpowering it. The wine's subtle fruit flavours provide a pleasant contrast to the green asparagus flavours. Its freshness helps cut through the richness of the egg and cheese.
White Wine
Saint Chinian - White - Languedoc Roussillon
Salmon & Leek Quiche
Saint Chinian white's crisp acidity and mineral notes play well with salmon and leek quiche. Its medium body stands up to the rich salmon without overpowering the delicate leeks. The wine's subtle herb and citrus flavours enhance the dish's complexity. Its freshness cuts through the creaminess of the egg and cheese.
White Wine
Grechetto
Caramelized Onion & Gruyère Quiche
Grechetto's crisp acidity and mineral notes complement caramelized onion and Gruyère quiche beautifully. Its medium body stands up to the rich cheese without overpowering the delicate onions. The wine's subtle herb and nut flavours enhance the dish's complexity. Its freshness cuts through the creaminess of the egg and cheese, while its structure balances the sweetness of the caramelized onions.
Chardonnay's buttery texture complements the rich, creamy nature of Gruyère cheese in this quiche beautifully. Its medium body stands up well to the dish's robust flavours. The wine's subtle oak notes, if present, can enhance the caramelized onions' sweetness. Its balanced acidity helps cut through the quiche's richness, while its fruit flavours provide a pleasant contrast to the savoury elements.
Chablis' crisp acidity and mineral notes pair excellently with caramelized onion and Gruyère quiche. Its lean, focused character provides a refreshing contrast to the dish's richness. The wine's subtle citrus flavours complement the sweet onions, while its steely minerality enhances the nutty Gruyère. Its clean finish helps cleanse the palate between bites.
Grenache Blanc's full body and rich texture stand up well to the hearty flavours of caramelized onion and Gruyère quiche. Its stone fruit and herbal notes provide an interesting contrast to the dish's savoury elements. The wine's subtle spice can enhance the caramelized onions' sweetness. Its moderate acidity helps cut through the quiche's richness, while its round mouthfeel complements the creamy Gruyère.
Type
Varietal
Food
Why This Pairing Works
Prosecco & Quiche Served at Brunch
Sparkling Wine is a classic brunch staple as this neutral but bubbly wine excels at cutting through fatty, starchy, or fried breakfast foods like eggs, hash browns, bacon and ham. The bubbles in the wine scrub the fat and carbohydrates off your tongue and cheeks ensuring every bite of breakfast goodness tastes fresh and heavenly. Quiche is no exception, as the pastry it is in is often rich with lard or shortening. Meanwhile, the heaps of cheese, bacon, and cream added to Quiche add in additional flavour and calories.
Prosecco, which is an Italian Sparkling Wine, features crisp but quiet flavours of apple, almond, pear, toast, honey, melon and lemon custard that ensure you are refreshed in between bites of your brunch. The flavours of the wine are only there to offer you an interlude to the Quiche and will never interfere with the creamy flavours this eggy dish offers. Incredibly in-expensive, but always high-quality, Prosecco offers great value and adds a lot of sparkling fun to your mid-morning meal.
Vermentino & Spinach Quiche
Vermentino is an excellent wine pairing with Quiche as this light-bodied white wine has a sharp grapefruit pith finish that is excellent with the green flavours of the Spinach. Meanwhile, you’ll find refreshing flavours of pear, peach, and lime that offer a friendly contrast against the eggy flavours of your Spinach Quiche. Vermentino has two styles: one that is flowery and zesty, and another that has a buttery/creamy sensation on the tongue, and includes notes of almond, herbs and mineral.
I prefer the buttery/creamy version with Quiche since the body’s weight matches the texture of the eggs, cream, and cheese. Meanwhile, the herbal notes complement the green flavours of the spinach in the Quiche. No worries if you go with the flowery and zesty style, as it’s sure to impress with its whispers of green apple, lemon, tropical fruit and pear.
Pinot Gris & Quiche Pairing
Pinot Gris is a dry white wine with medium to full-bodied flavours of citrus, honey, nuts, peach, pear, apricot and red apple. Creamy on the tongue, Pinot Gris matches Quiche’s eggy and cheesy texture. The medium-bodied flavours of Pinot Gris also stand up to any other ingredients in your Quiche, keeping your mind intrigued and your senses refreshed.
Pinot Gris and Pinot Grigio are essentially the same white wine, with Pinot Gris being a bit bolder, creamier and spicier than Pinot Grigio. Pinot Gris from Alsace, such as bottles produced by Helfrich, Trimbach, Zind Humbrecht and Hugel are often full-bodied and feature additional notes of mineral, smoke and white pepper. Meanwhile, Oregon Pinot Gris tends to sway more toward the quiet side. I prefer Alsace Pinot Gris over Oregon Pinot Gris (medium-bodied) or Italian Pinot Grigio (light-bodied) as the flavours are bolder, and the acidity is much higher.
Beaujolais Villages & Quiche Pairing
Beaujolais Villages is the perfect wine pairing with Quiche if you are attending a picnic. Light in flavour and alcohol, but high in acidity and freshness, Beaujolais Villages can easily cut through all the rich and creamy flavours of cheese, bacon, onion and egg in your Quiche. The bright notes of cherry, strawberry, raspberry and plum also help keep you refreshed against the saltiness of the cheese and ham that is found in your Quiche.
While incredibly subtle, Beaujolais Villages also delivers earthier notes of forest floor and mineral that are certain to complement any mushrooms, olives, spinach or arugula in your Quiche.
If you want to go all out with your Beaujolais and picnic pairing, select a Beaujolais-Cru which is a step up from Beaujolais Villages. A Beaujolais Fleurie would be my choice for a Cru as this elegant red wine features aromas of violet, lilac, rose, and iris that mingle perfectly with the great outdoors.
Pinot Noir & Quiche Lorraine Pairing
Quiche Lorraine is Quiche made with bacon, ham and onions and the earthy and truffle flavours of Pinot Noir complement the meaty and onion flavours quite well. Light and fruity, Pinot Noir showcases vibrant flavours of wild strawberry, cherry and raspberry. Meanwhile, Pinot Noir has a rich and velvety texture that matches the creaminess of the Quiche Lorraine.
The high acidity of Pinot Noir is the perfect foil against the saltiness of the cured meat found in the Quiche. Furthermore, the acidity also cuts through the fat of the cream, eggs and cheese, along with the heavy carbohydrates of the pie crust.
While amazing with Quiche Lorraine, Pinot Noir is my second choice with Quiche as good Pinot Noir is expensive. While I love Quiche, I don’t love it enough that I want to drop $40+ on a wine pairing with it. There are certainly lots of stocked shelves full of inexpensive Pinot Noir on the market, but often these are pale imitations of the real thing and not worth drinking. Always be prepared to pay for top-quality Pinot Noir, and if not, select a Beaujolais-Villages.