Red Pairing Guide: Part Uno!

BORDEAUX
Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Expect: Black fruit, cinnamon, black olives
Perfect Pair: Peppered dishes, fats, steak, dark chocolate
Cheeses: medium, milky

BURGUNDY/BEAUJOLAIS
Grapes: Pinot Noir
Expect: Earth, cherry, Shitake
Perfect Pair: omelets, beef stew, sausage
Cheeses: Soft, cow’s milk, light

CHATEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE/RHONE VALLEY
Grapes: Grenache, Cinsault, Mouvedre, Syrah
Expect: Tar, leather, spice box
Perfect Pair: Grilled meats, roast, turkey
Cheeses: see Syrah/Shiraz

MERLOT
Expect: berry, plum currant
Perfect Pair: Mushrooms, bacon shellfish
Cheeses: Light and soft

SYRAH/SHIRAZ
Expect: cloves, pepper, mint
Perfect Pair: Venison, spicy meats
Cheeses: sheep’s milk and British cheddar

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