The steak you plan to include on your menu should have a wine that pairs well, but what wine should you choose?
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The Cut of Steak Matched to the Glass of Wine
Steak can be prepared a number of ways and come in a few different cuts. Wine pairings can be thought of as complementing “steak” in all its forms, or you can consider the prospect precisely in relation to the cut or preparation method.
In general, steak pairs with dry red wines. The leaner the cut, the drier the wine, and fatty cuts welcome red wines with more tannins.
Wines for Ribeye
Ribeyes have plenty of marbled fat for a tender, rich, and flavorful steak. This cut is often prepared on a hot grill or a hot pan. The higher fat content and flavor calls for either a red wine with a high tannin level or a full-bodied fruity wine. Consider a few of the following bottles from Jacques Scott Wines & Spirits:
- 19 Crimes Cabernet Sauvignon – from Australia, this red wine is 13.5% ABV, full bodied, dry, and bold with firm tannins.
- Trapiche Cabernet Sauvignon – this Argentinian red has 13% ABV, a full body, dry taste, strong tannin finish, and fruity flavor.
- Seghesio Sonoma Zinfandel – this Californian red offers a medium body and 14.8% ABV for a grilled ribeye pairing.
Wines for Sirloin
Sirloin is a leaner cut of steak with a bit of marbled fat that can be prepared grilled, roasted, or pan-cooked and with a variety of seasonings and sauces, so you should pair the wine in relation to the plan for the meat.
- 2014 Marques De Riscal Reserva – 13% ABV, medium body, dry taste
- 2015 Torres Coronas – 13.5% ABV, medium body, dry taste
Wines for Filet Mignon
Most consider the filet mignon to be the premiere cut of steak due to its blend of leanness, tenderness, and flavor. This cut may be prepared simply or as part of a complex dish. We suggest Dark Horse Merlot, Chateau Lamothe Madame Etienne Rouge with a rich sauce or Bread & Butter Pinot Noir with a light, tender dish.
Wines for New York Strip
If cooked well, the Strip can be an amazing cut. The best preparation is in a cast iron skillet, frequently basted with butter, salted, and rested before cutting. To cut through the fat and point to the flavor, this cut needs a wine with a high level of acidity or tannins along with a bold flavor. We suggest the Rickety Bridge Found Red, the 2017 Kanonkop Kadette Cape Blend, or Marques Murrieta Reserva.
Wines for T-Bone
The T-Bone includes the tenderness of a filet with the flavor of the strip and can be prepared in a skillet or on the grill. Consider indulging in a bottle of 2014 Pio Cesare Nebbiolo or Yellow Tail Shiraz.
Whether you have a go-to red wine for every steak dish or prefer to match a unique wine that pairs well with each dish or preparation, what won’t be a problem is sourcing your vino. Jacques Scott Wines & Spirits specializes in providing customers with great wines at great prices, conveniently.
