"There's something about the way Halloween makes it socially acceptable to down a whole bag of Pumpkin Reese's that I absolutely love. I'm also a firm believer that this spooky holiday doesn't have to be only for kids. Adults (read: me) can also overindulge in candy, and what better way than to pair that 100-piece assorted bag you impulsively bought with a nice bottle of wine?"
"But pairing the wrong wine with the wrong candy can lead to disaster. Okay, not really, but you definitely won't be getting the most out of either if your pairings are off. So to find out what we should be sipping on while we eat everything from Twizzlers to Twix, I reached out to certified sommelier Sam Capaldi. Sam has gained popularity for being a self-proclaimed "no snob somm" and making wine fun and approachable, not complicated."
"I know, I know, it's controversial. As a certified candy corn hater, I doubted that anything could pair with it, but Sam assured me that sipping a glass of Prosecco alongside it is "mind-blowing." Prosecco's effervescence and acidity help cut through the sweetness of candy corn, mellowing it out. Remember, fellow adults: Halloween can (and should) be fun for you, too."
Halloween normalizes indulgent candy consumption and offers opportunities for adults to enjoy sweets paired with wine. Incorrect combinations reduce enjoyment, so thoughtful pairing enhances both candy and wine. Certified sommelier Sam Capaldi promotes an approachable, no-snob attitude toward wine and recommends specific matches for common candies. One standout pairing is Prosecco with candy corn; its effervescence and acidity counterbalance candy corn's sweetness. Adults are encouraged to experiment with candy-and-wine pairings and to follow Capaldi for more approachable recommendations. Additional food ideas and recipes to accompany wine and candy are available through the Tasty app.
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