Food and Wine Pairings

FOSD PAIRINGS Rastelli &WÈNE DIRECT.com BEEF In general, beef pairs well with red wines. Barbecue: Zinfandel and Shiraz Burgers: Syrah, Young Cabernet, Fruity Zinfandel Roasted: Bordeaux, California Cabernet, French Rhône PORK In general, pork pairs well with wines that are low in tannins and have a touch of acidity. Baked ham: Riesling or Merlot Chops: Pinot Noir, Spicy Shiraz Roasted: Pinot Noir, Red Burgundy CHICKEN Roasted: Syrah Grilled: Pinot Noir Rosemary & Garlic: Sauvignon Blanc, Beaujolais Fried: Chardonnay TURKEY In general, turkey pairs well with flavors that mimic cranberry sauce, such as a California Zinfandel. SHELLFISH In general, shellfish should be paired with light white wines such as a Vouvray. Those in spicy sauces can be paired with slightly sweet wines such as a Gewurztraminer. WHITE-FLESHED FISH With Butter: White Burgundy With Citrus: Albariño MEDIUM-BODIED FISH Roasted: Chardonnay Grilled: Riesling Rosemary & Garlic: Merlot, Beaujolais Fried: Dry Rosé, Pinot Grigio DARK-FLESHED FISH With Butter: Sauvignon Blanc With Citrus: Chianti FATTY FISH/ HEAVY SAUCES Roasted: Chablis Grilled: Pinot Grigio Rosemary & Garlic: Chardonnay Rastelli Fried: Dry Rosé, Riesling -DIRECT.co