Which juice to choose to accompany a cheese platter?
What if we rethought pairings with cheese? While wine remains the most common pairing, juices or fruit nectars – when well chosen – emerge as a gastronomic alternative that is as surprising as it is delicious, provided that their balances are respected. Texture, acidity, aromatic intensity: at Alain Milliat, our juices and nectars, and particularly our collection of varietal grape juices, are designed to reveal the richness of cheeses, alcohol-free, but with a lot of character.
Discover now how to enhance each type of cheese with natural, sincere, and elegant fruit juices and nectars, to be enjoyed by the glass.
The collection of varietal grape juices
Alain Milliat is one of the few to offer a complete collection of single-varietal grape juices, made from emblematic varieties:
• Chardonnay Blanc: floral and honeyed, with a nice acidity
• Merlot Rouge: round, ample, with notes of black fruits
• Sauvignon Blanc: fresh, herbal, slightly lemony
• Cabernet Rosé: fruity, floral, very refreshing
These varietal juices offer true aromatic depth while maintaining the fruit's naturalness. Served in wine glasses, they find their perfect place on a high-end cheese platter, for a non-alcoholic yet gastronomic moment.
Discover the grape juices from Alain Milliat
Our best juice & cheese pairings
Fresh or aged goat cheeses
Fresh, tangy, sometimes slightly herbal, they call for juices that are both lively and floral. To pair with:
• Jus Raisin Blanc Sauvignon : lively, floral, slightly vegetal, it extends the goat cheese aromas without dominating them. Ideal for balancing a Crottin de Chavignol or an ash-covered goat cheese.
• Jus Pomme Cox’s : with its elegant acidity, it is perfect for softer or semi-dry cheeses like fresh goat cheese.
Cooked pressed cheese (Comté, Beaufort, Gruyère)
Round, melting, and slightly nutty or fruity, these cheeses enjoy the richness and maturity of a well-interpreted fruit. To pair with:
• Jus Raisin Merlot Rouge : round, ample, and fruity, it extends the richness of a 24-month Comté without overpowering its aromas.
• Nectar Abricot Bergeron : indulgent, fleshy, its sweetness highlights the depth of a summer Beaufort.
Fresh cheeses (fresh cheese, brousse, mozzarella)
Light, milky, very fresh, these cheeses pair well with fruity, floral, or zesty juices. To pair with:
• Nectar Poire Williams : delicate and refreshing, perfect with a fresh cheese.
• Wild Blueberry Nectar: Intense, fruity, slightly tannic, it contrasts with the creamy sweetness of a burrata or mozzarella.
Soft cheeses with a bloomy rind (Brie, Camembert, Brillat-Savarin)
Creamy, with a delicate bitterness depending on the aging, they call for freshness and sweetness. To pair with:
• Chardonnay White Grape Juice: floral and honeyed, it brings elegance to a Brie de Meaux and refreshes the palate while enhancing the fat content of the cheese.
• Reinette Apple Juice: slightly tangy, ideal for lightening a truffled brie.
Blue-veined cheeses (Bleu d’Auvergne, Roquefort, Fourme d’Ambert)
Powerful, salty, with a true length on the palate, they need a drink that can respond with intensity or sweetness. To pair with:
• Yellow Tomato Juice: sweet, slightly tangy, its natural salinity perfectly balances that of a Roquefort or a Bleu.
• Cabernet Rosé Grape Juice: fruity and refreshing, it contrasts with the salty character of Fourme d’Ambert and softens it without diminishing it.
Why choose Alain Milliat for your cheese pairings?
At Alain Milliat, each juice or nectar is the result of a sincere interpretation. Our recipes are made from fruits picked at perfect ripeness, without the addition of colorants, flavors, or preservatives. The goal? To offer you a true tasting experience, even without alcohol.
Serving tips
• Serve the juices well chilled, between 8 and 10 °C.
• Prefer a wine or tasting glass to enhance the aromas.
• Feel free to choose 2 to 3 different flavors to accompany the diversity of the platter.
Order your juices for your next cheese platter
All our fruit juices and nectars are available in 33 cl or 1 L formats, for bottle or pour service. Ideal for your alcohol-free dinners, refined brunches, or Sunday evening platters.