Nut & Seed

Pomegranate Seed

About This Entry

Pomegranate seeds (technically the juicy arils around the seed) offer a tart-sweet burst prized as a garnish across Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cooking — that brightness pairs with Chenin Blanc.

Wine Pairing Explanation

Primary wine styles

Common Culinary Uses

At a Glance

Group

Edible Seeds

Classification

Nuts & Seeds

Usage intensity

accent

Scientific name

Punica granatum

Scientific Classification

Display name
Pomegranate Seed
Classification
Nuts & Seeds
Group
Edible Seeds
Scientific name
Punica granatum

Taxonomy

Usage intensity
accent

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