Wine Pairing for Grilled & Smoked Foods
People have been pairing foods such as cheeses, meats and vegetables with wines for hundreds of years. Wines are also a common ingredient called for in many kitchen recipes because of its robust flavor that it can add to your dish. These same principles can be applied to incorporate wine in the preparation of a grilled or smoked dish and also when you serve it to your guests.
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The general rule for pairing wines with your grilled foods is your lighter wines go better with smaller portions, lower calorie or light meats such as poultry. This is because white wines offer a light, crisp and refreshing flavor that balances well with these types of foods.
Red wines are generally what wine connoisseurs drink and offer a more dry and richer flavor profile. Red wines are less sweet and are better when paired with desserts or red meats that have a more robust flavor profile. |