How to Create the Ultimate Chocolate Charcuterie Board (with Wine Pairings!)
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Looking for a fun and indulgent way to elevate your next girls’ night in, holiday party, or date night at home? A Chocolate Charcuterie Board is the ultimate dessert platter that pairs perfectly with your favorite wines.
Whether you’re hosting friends or planning a cozy evening by the fire, this chocolate dessert board brings together all the best sweet and salty flavors in one irresistible spread.
Recently, I created a festive chocolate charcuterie board to pair with two of my favorite wines — Böen Pinot Noir and Böen Chardonnay — and it was a total hit! Keep reading for easy tips, pairing ideas, and ingredient inspiration so you can recreate the look at home.
Chocolate and Wine Are the Perfect Pairing
It’s no secret that I’m a wine lover. After a memorable trip to California Wine Country, I’ve been obsessed with exploring new varietals and pairings.
Böen wines capture the essence of California’s most renowned Pinot Noir and Chardonnay regions — layered, nuanced, and full of character. When paired with rich, velvety chocolate, every sip and bite feels like a trip back to Wine Country.
So pour a glass, gather your favorite chocolates, and let’s create your own chocolate and wine tasting experience.
How to Build the Ultimate Chocolate Charcuterie Board
The best thing about a chocolate charcuterie board is that there’s no wrong way to make it. It’s all about variety, texture, and presentation.
Here’s how to assemble a visually stunning and delicious chocolate board:
Start with a Variety of Chocolates
Mix up your flavors, colors, and textures for visual appeal:
Dark chocolate, milk chocolate, and white chocolate bars
Chocolate-covered nuts and fruits (almonds, raisins, cherries, cashews, blueberries)
Nougat or caramel bars
Chocolate-dipped cookies or pretzels
Chocolate-covered strawberries or marshmallows
Mint chocolates and truffles
Add Sweet & Salty Contrast
Balance your rich chocolates with salty or crunchy elements:
Pretzels, crackers, or popcorn
Caramel bites or toffee pieces
Fresh berries or dried fruit for color and tartness
Style Your Board
Arrange your chocolates and treats in small clusters to create movement and depth. Use small bowls for candies, nuts, or chocolate bark. Add a few garnishes — like rosemary sprigs or gold foil accents — for an elegant finish.
Tips for pairing Wine & Chocolate
Pairing wine and chocolate is an art form. Follow these easy tips to find the perfect flavor balance:
Start light, end bold. Begin with fruity white wines (like Böen Chardonnay) and milk chocolate, then move to darker chocolates with full-bodied reds (like Böen Pinot Noir or Cabernet Sauvignon).
Match intensity. Pair lighter chocolates with delicate wines and darker chocolates with bolder wines.
Experiment! Everyone’s palate is unique. Try different combinations and jot down notes with your guests.
The Böen Pinot Noir surprised us by pairing beautifully with darker chocolates — rich, smooth, and slightly smoky.
Serve & Sip
Once your chocolate charcuterie board is complete, pour a glass of your favorite Böen wine, light a few candles, and enjoy the evening with friends.
You can find Böen Pinot Noir and Böen Chardonnay at your local retailer — perfect for your next wine and chocolate tasting night.
For more creative board ideas, check out our Dark & Moody Charcuterie Board — perfect for cozy wine pairings!
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