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Wine Pairing Cheat Sheet
Which wine pairs best with pasta? What about spicy food or any cheese you please? While tastes may vary, there are some go-to guidelines you can follow to make sure your table is set up for success. Read on for a little Wine Pairing 101!
Which wine pairs best with pasta? What about spicy food or any cheese you please? While tastes may vary, there are some go-to guidelines you can follow to make sure your table is set up for success. Read on for a little Wine Pairing 101!
Cabernet Sauvignon: Ribeye, New York strip steak, burgers, mushroom dishes, hard cheeses like aged cheddar
Pinot Noir: Game birds, salmon, pork tenderloin, root vegetables, mild and semi-firm cheeses
Merlot: Lamb, filet mignon, roast beef, lasagna, tomato-based pasta, semi-firm and medium-aged cheeses
Zinfandel: Pulled pork, BBQ ribs or chicken, brisket, meat-topped pizza, rich and bold cheeses
Syrah: Tri-tip, steak, lamb chops, game meats, eggplant, lentil dishes, hard and bold cheeses
Red Blend: Ribeye, braised lamb, pasta Bolognese, black bean burgers, sausages, charcuterie, medium to firm aged cheeses
Chardonnay: Lobster, oysters, scallops, white fish, creamy pastas, chicken, soft cheeses
Sauvignon Blanc: Clams, shrimp, white fish, ceviche, sushi, vegetables like asparagus, herby dishes, soft cheeses
Riesling: Chicken, pork, seafood, smoked fish, curry, spicy fare, soft and creamy cheeses
Chenin Blanc: Seafood, spicy yet acidic fare, glazed pork, sweet salads, soft to semi-firm cheeses
Viognier: Shellfish, seafood, chicken, risotto, creamy curries, soft and creamy cheeses
Pinot Gris: Shellfish, white fish, chicken, summer salads, light pastas, soft cheeses
Rosé: Chicken, salads, grilled vegetables, light pastas, fresh and creamy cheeses
Sparkling Wine: Fried chicken, sushi, prawns, light and salty snacks, mildly nutty and earthy cheeses
For even more recommendations, talk to the talented Wine Steward at your local Nugget Market!