Nut & Seed

Candlenut

Overview

Display name: Candlenut
Classification: Nuts & Seeds
Group: Tree Nuts
Scientific name: Aleurites moluccanus

Characteristics

Culinary group: tree nuts
Usage intensity: accent
Scientific name: Aleurites moluccanus

Commonly served with

macadamia
salmon fillet

Primary wine styles

chenin blanc

Wine descriptors

earthy

Pairing guidance is based on general culinary principles and may vary by preparation and preference.