Wine Pairing
Lamb Stew
Lamb stew is traditionally made with root vegetables and lamb or mutton.
Wine Pairing Suggestions
Ribera del Duero (Spain)
Negroamaro (Italy)
Garnacha (Spain)
Merlot (Chile)
Syrah (World)
Barbera (Italy)
Dolcetto (Italy)
Chianti Classico (Italy)
Description
Lamb stew is usually easy to match.
It matches plum and berry flavors like in Garnatcha and Tempranillo based wines.
It matches easy drinking medium body wines like New World Merlot.
It also matches wines with savoury flavours like Syrah and Negroamaro.
The fattiness of the lamb and the juice of the stew, also goes well with fruity and juicy red wines like Dolcetto and Barbera from Piemonte and Sangiovese from Tuscany.
World Wine Flavor Ingredients
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Wine Pairing
| Country | Ingrediens | Wine |
|---|---|---|
| England (Lamb Stew) | Rosemary. Dill. Lemon. Cardamom. Ginger. Wine. | Syrah Negroamaro |
| Ireland (Irish Stew) | Potatoes. Onions. | Dolcetto Barbera |
| Italy (Stufato d'Agnello) | Vegetables. Tomatoes. Thyme. Rosemary. Onions. Garlic. Wine. | Chianti Barbera |
| Spain (Estofado de Cordero) | Chorizo. Blood Sausage. Garlic. Wine. | Rioja Ribeira Garnacha |
| France (Navarin d'Agneau) | Turnips. Spring or Root Vegetables. Garlic. Wine. | Syrah Merlot |
| Basque region (Arkume Gisatua) | Rosemary. Onion. Paprika. Roasted Bell Peppers. Tomato. Parsley. Chicken Stock. Garlic. Wine. Fantastic !!! | Ribeira Garnacha |
| Australia (Lamb Stew) | Carrots. Potatoes. Peas. Rosemary. Lemon. Beef Broth. Beer. Onions. | Syrah Merlot |
| South Africa (Lensieskos) | Lentils. Ginger. Tomatoes. Chili. Garlic. | Pinotage Syrah |
| India (Kashmiri Gosht) | Nuts. Yogurt. Onions. Cardamom. Chilies. Cloves. Coriander. Saffron. Turmeric. | Merlot Beer |
| Morocco (Lamb Tagine) | Carrot. Chickpeas. Spices. Garlic. Harissa Chili Paste. | Merlot Syrah |
| Norway (Lammestuing) | Cabbage. Peppercorns. | Champagne Beer |
Go Local if You Can
Let local wines complement the flavors of local food.
Pairing local wine with local food will enhance the dining experience by harmonizing the characteristics of the wine with the ingredients and cooking styles of the region:
Terroir
The environmental factors, soil, climate, and topography, that influence the characteristics of a wine, represent the Wine Terroir of a region. The ingredients, flavors, and cooking techniques represent the Cuisine Terroir.
Culture and Tradition
Local wines are deeply intertwined with the culture and traditions of a region. Pairing them with local cuisine creates an authentic culinary experience. For example, if a region is known for its hearty, red meat dishes, a robust and full-bodied red wine from the region will enhance the dining experience.
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Let local chefs and winemakers collaborate to create innovative pairings that showcase the best of the region.
A good rule of thumb is to match the intensity of the wine with the richness of the meat for the best pairing experience.
Examples
Pairing Italian Chianti with traditional Tuscan dishes like Pasta with Ragu or Beef Fiorentina.
Enjoy a Red Burgundy with classic French dishes like coq au vin or boeuf Bourguignon.
Matching Spanish Rioja with Paella or Tempranillo with Tapas.