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Best Red Wine for Cooking

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Best Red Wine for Cooking

Cooking recipes do not always include wine among its ingredients; However, wine can be a perfect addition to any meal and can make a significant difference. Whether it’s a business lunch, a social event, a romantic dinner or a celebration with friends or family- the best accompaniment for the preparation of a dish is a good wine.

Sometimes, it can be confusing to know what wine to use for cooking considering most recipes do not usually give many clues when it comes to what kind of wine you should add to the dish you’re making. Different wines have their own unique flavor profiles that will complement specific tastes. Therefore, here are a few tips to consider before pouring the wine in your meal.

Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir is applicable in almost any culinary situation. Pinot Noir is always a good “cooking wine” as it provides structure and freshness to the dish. It pairs well with poultry, salmon and red meat dishes. You can cook or pair it with your meal, either way, you won’t go wrong.

Barbera

Medium-bodied with high acidity Italian wine makes an excellent addition to any meat. This high acid Italian wine is generally less expensive with makes it an affordable option for everyday cooking. Barbera’s acidity makes an excellent match for slightly fatty meat. Risotto is also a popular choice when cooking with Barbera- there is an Italian dish called riso al Barbera prepared with Barbera and porcini mushrooms.

Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon is often called the king of red wines. It makes a perfect addition to veal, stew or roast beef. Due to its high amount of tannins, it can create a sharp taste when it’s reduced. If your meal has a lot of sweet elements, adding some Cabernet Sauvignon will form a rich balance

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