A Simple, Elegant Pairing with Isabel Non-Alcoholic Chardonnay

There’s something beautiful about simplicity done well. A handful of quality ingredients, thoughtfully combined, can create a dish that feels both effortless and elevated.

This Goat Cheese Whip is exactly that: creamy, bright, lightly sweet, and delicately herbaceous. It comes together in minutes, yet feels refined enough for entertaining. Paired with our Isabel Non-Alcoholic Chardonnay, it becomes a sophisticated addition to any table.

The wine’s bright acidity and subtle fruit notes balance the tanginess of goat cheese, while its clean finish complements the fresh lemon zest and thyme. The result is a pairing that feels intentional, fresh, and perfectly suited for gathering.

Ingredients

• 8 oz goat cheese

• 6–8 oz ricotta

• Zest from 1 lemon

• 1/4 tsp sea salt

• 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

• 3 sprigs fresh thyme leaves (or about 1/4 tsp dried thyme)

• 1 heaping tablespoon honey or hot honey

Instructions

1. Add the goat cheese and ricotta to a mixing bowl and gently break apart with a fork.

2. Zest the lemon directly over the bowl.

3. Add sea salt, pepper, and thyme.

4. Drizzle in the honey.

5. Mix with a fork or spoon for 2–3 minutes until smooth and creamy.

6. Taste and adjust honey or herbs as desired.

7. Spoon into a small serving bowl and garnish with a light sprinkle of fresh thyme.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with:

• Warm toasted baguette slices

• Seeded crackers

• Fresh vegetable crudo

• A grazing board with nuts, olives, and seasonal fruit

Pour a chilled glass of Isabel Non-Alcoholic Chardonnay alongside for a pairing that feels polished yet approachable.

Why This Pairing Works

The richness of the whipped cheeses is lifted by lemon zest and balanced by a touch of honey. Isabel Chardonnay’s crisp structure cuts through the creaminess while enhancing the herbaceous notes of thyme, creating harmony between food and glass.

It’s proof that elevated experiences don’t require complexity — just thoughtful flavor.