Oregon Wine and Food Pairing
Semi-Hard Cheese
Monterey Jack

Monterey Jack

A semi-hard cow's milk cheese, Monterey Jack is white in color and has a light, buttery flavor.

Wine Pairings

OregonWines.com suggests serving the following types of wine while enjoying Monterey Jack. Click on a wine type to search our database for matching wines.

Blush - Rosé	Typically light-bodied and fruity, moderately sweet, and slightly acidic, with pale rose hues.
Chardonnay	Typically aged in oak, it is dry in flavor, with strong aromas, and has a golden hue. It is also used to produce Champagne and méthode Champenoise wines.
Gamay Noir	A light-bodied, fruity wine with ruby red hues.
Pinot Noir	The flagship of Oregon's wine industry. Pinot Noir is a fruity, peppery, full-bodied wine with deep red hues.
Riesling	Light green in color and with soft flavors when young, an aged Riesling will have a darker, golden color, and in some cases, even a 'petrol' characteristic.