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Skagit Yummy Alert in Burlington
Red Wine Pairings
Cabernet Sauvignon
- Dry Bold Full-bodied Red Wine
- Best with beef and lamb
TIP: Cabernet Sauvignon pairs well with steak and short ribs.
Syrah
- Dry Full-bodied Red Wine
- Best with beef, lamb and Barbecue pork
TIP: Lighter Washington Syrahs pair well delicate flavors like grilled lamb.
Red Zinfandel
- Dry Medium-Bodied Red Wine
- Best with pork, poultry, and tomato based sauces
Tip: Red Zinfandel pairs well with Italian and Asian cuisine.
Merlot
- Dry Medium-Bodied Red Wine
- Best with red meat and poultry
TIP: Merlot pairs well tomato-based pasta, burgers & pizza.
Pinot Noir
- Dry Light-bodied Red Wine
- Best with chicken, pork, and seafood
TIP: Pinot Noir pairs well with creamy dishes & earthy flavors.
Port
- Sweet Red Dessert Wine
- Best with sweets like cake, chocolate, and fruit
TIP: Port wines also pair well with cured meat and cheese.
White Wine Pairings
Chardonnay
- Dry Rich Full-bodied White Wine
- Best with seafood and poultry
TIP: Chardonnay pairs well with creamy dishes.
Viognier
- Dry Bold Full-bodied White Wine
- Best with seafood, poultry, and pork
TIP: Viognier pairs well with mild spicy dishes like curry and pad thai.
Sauvignon Blanc
- Dry Medium-bodied White Wine
- Best with seafood, poultry, vegetarian dishes
TIP: Sauvignon Blanc pairs well with Mexican cuisine.
Pinot Gris
- Dry Light-bodied White Wine
- Best with seafood, poultry, and vegetarian dishes
TIP: Pinot Gris pairs well with sushi.
Riesling
- Dry to Sweet Medium-bodied White Wine
- Best with poultry, pork and spicy dishes
TIP: Riesling pairs well with Thai and Indian cuisine.
Champagne
- Sparkling Wine
- Best with seafood and poultry
TIP: Champagne pairs well with salty dishes.
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