The reality is you can drink wine with just about anything. However, Vine Pair writes that it's always beneficial to focus on the notes and flavors in your chosen bottle.
BBC Good Food explains that for deep and full-bodied wines like cabernet sauvignons you need to find a dish that can match its complex flavors. They recommend a coq au vin or fillet of beef. If you're more of a malbec drinker then Vine Pair writes that you've got loads of crowd-pleasing dishes you can pick from. They argue that a cheeseburger can work perfectly.
The Wine Buying Guide explains that as pinot noirs tend to have a very fruity flavor, they pair perfectly with earthy dishes. If you've got a pinot noir waiting at home, you could make a mushroom risotto or butternut squash ravioli. The hearty flavors of merlot may leave you feeling warm inside, and Jonathan's Ristorante outlines that a glass of the deep red wine pairs perfectly with roasted chicken or turkey.
Choosing a food and wine combination, especially if you're entertaining other people, can feel stressful. However, Food & Wine writes that if you're not entirely sure where to begin, you should look at where your wine is from and consider dishes from the region. As many dishes and wines are developed around one another, it's a really easy way to narrow down your options.
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