Wines You Have To Try This Fall + Pairing Ideas
The meal isn’t complete until it’s paired with a wonderful wine!
Leaves are falling, wine is calling. We can always hear wine’s call, but there’s something in the autumn air that has it calling even louder! It’s time to cook a cozy meal, light a candle, and pour a glass of wine perfectly paired with the fall season. Here are six wines we can’t stop raving about and pairing suggestions from our Lead Sommelier Michael Bottigliero!
Bisol Jeio Cuvée Rosé + Meats and Salami
It’s time to break out your favorite charcuterie board! If you’re planning to feast on a board full of meats and salami, sparkling rosé is a fabulous pairing option. We love Bisol Jeio Cuvée Rosé. Plus, it’s under $17!
Château Guiraud G Bordeaux + Fall Veggies
Fall is the perfect time for fresh veggies like squash, kale, and brussels sprouts! They can be used in so many dishes and recipes and pair great with White Bordeaux. Nothing beats a great combo of Semillon & Sauvignon Blanc! Try Château Guiraud G Bordeaux Blanc for under $20.
Artezin Mendocino Zinfandel + Chili
Nothing is quite like a warm bowl of chili on a cool fall day. Zinfandel makes a great pairing with its low tannins and deep dark fruit flavor. Be sure to watch for the alcohol level as it inflames spice! Artezin Mendocino Zinfandel is a great option for around $15.
Feudi di San Gregorio Fiano di Avellino + Pumpkin
Pumpkin everything, please! Whether you’re enjoying pumpkin soup or pumpkin ravioli, fuller Italian wines are a great option. Try pairing your next pumpkin dish with Feudi di San Gregorio Fiano di Avellino for around $20.
Adelsheim Willamette Valley Chardonnay + Butternut Squash
It’s the season of squash, and we are here for it! Roasted butternut squash calls for Oaked Chardonnay, since the oak spice matches perfectly with the autumn spice. For around $25, we recommend Adelsheim Willamette Valley Chardonnay.
Graham Beck Brut + Apple Pie
Does apple pie paired with wine count as a serving of fruit? We think so! Desserts pair great with intense sparkling wines. We recommend trying out Graham Beck Brut with your next slice of pie for around $18!
Fall is such a cozy time, and wine pairings are a wonderful way to elevate the season! Tag @bottlesnation on social media to let us know if you try any of our pairing suggestions this season. Cheers!
