Happy Valentine’s Day! Planning to spend the evening in with a delicious dinner and bottle of wine? No matter you’re cooking this February 14, Spec’s has what you’ll need to complete the experience! Here’s a pairings list to help you find the perfect wine to accompany your special evening.
Beef
If you’re cooking beef, stick to richer and drier red wines like Beringer Founders’ Estate Cabernet. With notes of lush black fruit and structured tannins, it will complement the spices in your dish perfectly.
Chicken
Going the grilled chicken route? A light white wine like Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio is your best choice. This easy-drinking, crisp wine is balanced with sweetness, and a clean, fresh fragrance that will pair nicely with your dinner.
Pork
Your favorite pork chops or pork tenderloin will pair perfectly with the spiciness of a zinfandel. Ravenswood Zinfandel Vintners Blend has hints of blackberry, cinnamon and vanilla that will layer well with pork.
Pasta
If you’re enjoying a pesto or white sauce based pasta, pair it with the full flavor of a chardonnay. Bliss Chardonnay has a deep creaminess and complexity that will refresh your palate throughout the meal.
Scallops
Scallops always make for a romantic dinner, but take it up a notch and pair it with the smokiness of a sauvignon blanc. Try the Anakena Sauvignon Blanc. Its zesty acidity and balanced flavor will make the meal complete.
Chocolate
Just because dinner is finished doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a nice pairing with dessert too! Chocolate is a Valentine’s Day staple. Pair it with a nice, medium-bodied wine like Layer Cake Shiraz. With aromas of fresh blueberry and cocoa, it leaves a soft textured finish on the palate.
