Tricks, Treats, and Tannins: Pairing Sauvage Spectrum Wines with Halloween Candy

Who says Halloween candy is just for kids? At Sauvage Spectrum, we believe grown-ups deserve a little treat too—and what better way to elevate your trick-or-treat haul than with a perfectly paired glass of Colorado wine? Our team and customers have put in the “research” (it’s a tough job) to bring you their favorite Halloween candy and wine pairings. Whether you’re raiding your kid’s candy stash or curating your own dessert charcuterie board, these combinations will surprise and delight your palate.

Kaibab and Patric both go for the 2024 Zweigelt and Milky Way Midnight (dark chocolate) or Twizzlers

• Shop the 2024 Zweigelt
• Why Milky Way Dark works: The dark chocolate finish in the wine picks up beautifully on the bittersweet cocoa in these candies.

• Why Twizzlers work: The chewy texture and mild red-fruit sweetness of Twizzlers echo the raspberry and cherry notes in the wine without overwhelming it. The wine’s soft tannins keep it from feeling too sugary, and the spice adds a grown-up twist.

Stephanie might be a serial killer because she likes Veritage White & Candy Corn

• Shop Veritage White
  Why it works: The brightness of the Viognier balances candy corn’s honey and vanilla sweetness, while the Roussanne’s malolactic conversion adds a creamy touch. That fuller, silkier body complements the waxy texture of candy corn perfectly—sweet harmony in every bite.

Tricia raids the trick or treat bag for Fumé Blanc & Skittles

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  Why it works: Taste the rainbow with a twist! The citrusy, zesty profile of Fumé Blanc makes the fruity pop of Skittles shine even brighter. It’s the ultimate sweet-and-tart showdown where both win.

 

Our Customers Recommended These Candy and Wine Pairings

Jennifer W won’t pass up Riesling & White Chocolate

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  Why it works: The crisp, aromatic sweetness of Riesling brings balance to white chocolate’s creamy richness. It’s indulgence with a refreshing finish.

Leslie P enjoys Petit Verdot & KitKat

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  Why it works: Bold meets crisp. The structure of Petit Verdot holds up beautifully against the crunch and milk chocolate sweetness of a KitKat. Break me off a piece of that sophistication.

Farmer’s Market Favorite: Pet Nat Skins & Sour Patch Kids

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  Why it works: The funky, effervescent energy of Pet Nat Skins plays perfectly with the tangy, sour-sweet dance of Sour Patch Kids. It’s chaos—in the best possible way.

 

Jenn S. Says: Zinfandel & Snickers

• Shop Zinfandel
  Why it works: Rich and ripe with jammy fruit, Zinfandel pairs beautifully with the caramel, nougat, and peanut decadence of a Snickers. It’s like dessert and wine had a delicious love child.

Andrew H. drinks Gamay Noir & Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups

• Shop Gamay Noir
  Why it works: Gamay’s juicy red fruit and smooth finish complement the salty-sweet richness of peanut butter cups. Together, they create a grown-up PB&J.

Lisa W. swears by Domaine Red & Dark Chocolate

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  Why it works: The velvety low tannin and layered dark fruit in Domaine Red bring out the intensity and bitterness of dark chocolate, transforming it into something luxuriously smooth.

Tina W. tested this herself: Sparklet White & Gummy Bears (or Nerds)

• Shop Sparklet White
  Why it works: Light, bubbly, and just a touch sweet, Sparklet White enhances chewy gummy candies and tart Nerds with a crisp sparkle that keeps everything playful.

So this Halloween, skip the cider and elevate your candy stash with a glass of Sauvage Spectrum. From the silky Veritage White to the bold Petit Verdot, every wine in our collection has a sweet side waiting to be discovered—no tricks, just treats.