What wine to drink with king cake?

The galette des rois, with its puff pastry and frangipane (or sometimes other fillings like fruit), requires a wine that will complement its flavors while bringing a touch of freshness and balance. Here are some suggestions to accompany this delight:

1. Natural sweet wine

• Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise : This sweet, aromatic and fruity wine pairs perfectly with the richness of the galette. It brings a floral touch and a slight sweetness that blends well with the frangipane.
• Rivesaltes : A sweet wine from Languedoc which, with its aromas of candied fruit and its roundness, goes very well with the flavors of the galette.
• Languedoc wines (Maury, Banyuls, etc.) : Sweet and rich wines, often with notes of red fruits and cocoa, which pair wonderfully with puff pastry and almonds.

2. Champagne or sparkling wine

• A semi-dry champagne or a crémant : The effervescence and slight sweetness of these wines bring a lovely lightness and a refreshing contrast with the richness of the cake.
• Sweet sparkling wines (like a semi-dry Prosecco ): Light and fruity, they can offer a nice harmony with the slightly sweet flavors of the galette.

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3. Sweet white wines

• Gewurztraminer: a sweet wine from Alsace, with notes of roses or lychee, can go well with the galette des rois.
• Sauternes : This sweet wine from Bordeaux, with its notes of honey and candied fruit, can be an elegant option to accompany a galette des rois. It creates a beautiful alliance with frangipane.
• Coteaux du Layon : This sweet wine from the Loire Valley, with its aromas of yellow fruits and honey, is also a good choice to counterbalance the richness of the galette.

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4. Light and fruity red wine

• Beaujolais Nouveau or a Beaujolais Villages : If you prefer a red wine, opt for a light and fruity Beaujolais. The acidity of this young wine and its freshness will contrast pleasantly with the sweetness of the galette.

In summary, for the galette des rois, choose sweet, sparkling or slightly fruity wines which will balance the richness and sweetness of the galette while offering a beautiful harmony of flavors.