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You may not know it, but in wine pairing sessions, water plays an extremely important role. Evian’s Pacheco says it’s important to cleanse your palate between courses and wines with a sip or two of water.
He explains: “Choosing a naturally sparkling mineral water such as Badoit will not leave an after-taste in your mouth. By cleansing your palate you are aiming to eliminate the flavours of the previous course or wine so you are free to enjoy and experience new flavours to the fullest.”
While the trend of pairing water with food is also new and is seen more in Europe, Pacheco says it’s a matter of time before this will become natural in the region.
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He explains: “With more and more fine dining locations in the Middle East as well as chefs who understand the importance of highlighting the flavours of their creations via perfect pairings, we anticipate that the market will grow. In principle, when you have a perfectly created dish that appeals to your palette, it is also essential to have a good pairing to make the most of a gastronomic experience.”
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