Match the weight
Delicate food likes lighter wine. Rich, slow-cooked dishes can handle fuller-bodied bottles.
A SIMPLE WINE COMPANION
What are you
eating?
Tell us about the dish—sauce, spice and all—and we’ll suggest a wine that belongs at the table.
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YOUR PAIRING
Why it works
Serve it right
- Temperature
- Look for
- Also try
Pairings are suggestions, not rules. The best bottle is always one you enjoy.
LEARN THE LOGIC
Pair with confidence.
You don’t need to memorize hundreds of grapes. Start with what’s happening on the plate.
Let acidity refresh
Bright wines cut through fat and mirror tart ingredients like tomato, citrus and vinaigrette.
Cool down the heat
With spicy food, choose lower alcohol and a touch of sweetness. Skip highly tannic reds.
Think sauce first
The sauce often matters more than the protein. Cream, herbs, smoke and spice steer the pairing.
WINE 101
Nine styles.
Endless possibilities.
Most wines fit into a handful of useful families. Learn the style you like and ordering gets much easier.
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