Seafood

Best Wine with Oysters

Briny, mineral oysters demand crisp, high-acid wines that enhance their ocean freshness.

Why This Pairing Works

The high acidity and mineral character of the recommended wines mirror the briny, mineral notes of fresh oysters. Bubbles cleanse the palate while citrus notes complement the shellfish.

Best Wine Varieties for Oysters

1Champagne
2Muscadet
3Chablis
4Sancerre
5Albariño

Alternative Wine Choices

These wines also pair well with Oysters:

Dry RieslingPicpoul de PinetVinho VerdeCrémant

Pairing Tips

  • Champagne and oysters is a legendary pairing—the bubbles lift the flavors
  • Muscadet's lees aging gives it a texture that matches oysters perfectly
  • Chablis from chalky soils mirrors the mineral notes of oysters
  • Avoid oaky wines—the wood flavors clash with delicate shellfish

Wines to Avoid

  • Oaked Chardonnay
  • Red wines
  • Sweet wines
  • Heavy, rich whites

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Champagne

Our top recommendation for pairing with oysters.

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