Explore wines that pair naturally with beef, from lighter cuts to rich braises and steaks, favouring reds with enough fruit, structure and freshness to match the dish's intensity.
Beginner-friendly guides designed to help you understand wine with confidence.
The easiest way to pair wine with BBQ is to match the food’s character with the wine’s structure. Smoke → Syrah or Rioja; Lemon & herbs → Sauvignon Blanc or Albariño; Sweet BBQ → Zinfandel or Primitivo; Seafood & veg → crisp white or rosé; Dessert → lightly sweet wine
Merlot is a dark-skinned red grape that often produces smooth, fruit-driven wines with flavours of plum, black cherry and chocolate. It is famous in Bordeaux and widely grown across the world, from California to Chile.
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