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Facts about Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the more complex and layered wines out there and is:


full-bodied


dark fruit flavors


higher tannins


savory character with black pepper and tobacco notes


Because of Cab’s traits, look for foods high in fat and umami flavors for Cabernet Sauvignon food pairing.

Facts about Merlot

Merlot is smooth with red fruits, easy tannins and a soft finish. The flavor profiles depending on the climate that the grapes were grown:


Cool Climate: Warm Climate:


more structured fruit forward


higher tannins less prevalent tannins


earthy flavors


tobacco and tar


Merlots from a cooler climate are often mistaken for a cabernet. Merlot pairs well with most foods.



Facts about Shiraz

The same grape used to produce Syrah in France is used in Australia and South Africa to make Shiraz with flavor profiles like:


firm tannins


medium - full bodied


rich round flavors


blackberry and chocolate


Shiraz pairs well with richly flavored meats.



Facts about Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir is the most highly prized wine in the world with flavor profiles like:


medium low bodied


medium low tannins


cranberry, cherry


tobacco, cola


Pinot Noir as a catch-all food pairing wine, it is the perfect wine for a table with many different entree orders.

Facts about Malbec

Malbec is a full bodied wine that grows mostly in Argentina with flavor profiles like:


blackberry, plum


leather


Malbec is an umami lover, it does not have a super long finish so it does well with leaner meats. It also pairs well with funky flavors.

Facts about Grenache

Grenache has a candied fruit roll-up and cinnamon flavor with a medium to full weight in taste, but has a deceptively lighter color and is semi-transulcent.


The spice in Grenache makes it a perfect pairing to spiced and herb foods. A high-alcohol Grenache can help reduce the burn of spicy food.

Facts about Zinfandel

Zinfandel is light bodied with moderate tannins but its high acidity gives it a bold flavor. Most Zinfandel wines have higher alcohol levels ranging from about 14 – 17% ABV. Higher alcohol adds an oily texture and bigger, bolder body.


It pairs well with spiced barbecue dishes.