Aged Gouda with Banyuls

Aged Gouda with Banyuls is a sophisticated cheese course pairing a hard, caramel-flavored Dutch cheese with a sweet, fortified French wine from the Roussillon region. The dish typically features a wedge or cubes of extra-aged Gouda (18 months or older) served alongside a small glass or drizzle of Banyuls wine, sometimes accompanied by nuts or dried fruit. This combination highlights the classic culinary principle of pairing aged cheeses with sweet, complex wines.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This pairing is very high in fat and calories, with minimal carbohydrates and a moderate amount of protein from the cheese. A typical serving (approx. 30g cheese + 60ml wine) provides around 150-200 calories, along with calcium, vitamin A, and antioxidants from the wine.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	130 kcal
Protein	7 g
Carbs	2 g
Fat	9 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	230 mg
Calcium	200 mg
Phosphorus	150 mg
Vitamin A	80 mcg
Vitamin B12	0.5 mcg
Zinc	1.5 mg
Selenium	5 mcg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.1 mg
Potassium	40 mg

Per 1 oz aged Gouda (28 g) with 1 tbsp Banyuls (15 ml) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this pairing showcases the European tradition of matching regional products—Dutch cheese with French wine—elevating a simple snack into a gourmet experience. Nutritionally, the high fat content in aged Gouda actually helps the body absorb fat-soluble nutrients, while the polyphenols in Banyuls wine offer antioxidant benefits.