Late Harvest Riesling with crème brûlée
This is a classic dessert pairing, not a single dish. It features a rich, creamy crème brûlée—a French custard dessert with a caramelized sugar crust—served alongside a glass of Late Harvest Riesling, a sweet white wine from Germany or Alsace. The combination is a luxurious finale to a meal, contrasting the dessert's richness with the wine's bright acidity.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
The crème brûlée is very high in fat and sugar, providing a dense source of calories, while the wine adds additional sugars and carbohydrates. A typical serving of the custard alone offers calcium and some protein from the eggs and cream.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 480 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 48 g |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 42 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Calcium | 150 mg |
| Vitamin A | 350 IU |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.15 mg |
| Phosphorus | 120 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Alcohol | ~15 g |
| Resveratrol | Trace |
Per 1 crème brûlée (150 g) plus 1 glass (150 ml) Late Harvest Riesling · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
This pairing is a masterclass in balancing flavors: the wine's high acidity and honeyed notes cut through the custard's richness, cleansing the palate. Culturally, it represents the sophisticated French tradition of matching desserts with specific wine styles to enhance the dining experience.
