Grilling should be easy, and so should picking out the right
wine. When it comes to pairing wine with grilled food, there are
no right answers. It is a very intimate choice that involves the oldest
scientific method: trial and error. We do however need a starting point to begin
experimenting with what works best for us personally. To me, this starting
point is the vineyards themselves. Here are 7 wines that according to
the wineries themselves pair best with various grilled and BBQ fare.
Our Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon is very inviting with aromas of black olive and savory, dark fruit. Its well weighted structure and integrated tannins add a light chalkiness to the palate . Flavors of black currant, bing cherry and juicy plum endure from start to finish, as hints of tea and cocoa help support the mid - palate.
Showing off spicy aromas and fruity flavors, this robust
Cabernet is perfect pairing for BBQ! This maroon beauty shows an elegant balance
of fruit and oak. Aromas of cedar and cassis jump out of the glass, while the
palate evokes flavors of black cherries and dark chocolate. This dark and dense
wine shows strong tannins from the first sip with a dry finish balanced by
hints of vanilla and cloves.
Our Pinot Noir is carefully crafted from fruit that is
selected for its aromatics and depth of flavor. The vineyards that go into Pull
Eighty are blended to create a well balanced and classic expression of Pinot
Noir from Oregon.
Annabella Chardonnay is a full flavored wine with medium
body and a rich concentration of fruit. It has overtones of apples and pears
with a wonderful nose and mouth feel. A subtle essence of new oak creates a
lingering finish.
Grilled Rack of Lamb | 2011 Yarden Cabernet Sauvignon
Mostly central Golan and Upper Galilee. Aged for 18 months
primarily in small French oak barrels. On the palate, intense ripe blackberry,
cherry, cassis and plum notes with toasty oak, vanilla and a nuance of spice
and tar; full-bodied and concentrated with a long complex finish.
Bright crimson in colour, this wine is very expressive with
notes of red fruits and minerals that leap from the glass. Plenty of fruit on the
palate, a touch of complexity and sweet tannins.
Pale yellow with green reflections, Kris offers enticing aromas of acacia flowers, citrus, tangerine, apricots, and hints of almonds.
What is your favorite wine?