I’ve had such fun learning how versatile Syrah can be when it comes to food. When we first started making wine, the only thing I knew about pairings was that Cab was good with steak. Then we started making Sparkling Syrah—and I discovered a whole new world of possibilities.
Our Sparkling Syrah is a rosé, with a shimmering cranberry color and bright, lively character. I call it “joy in a bottle” because it’s festive enough for a celebration but versatile enough to enjoy with everything from spicy foods to seafood, cheese and even dessert. Here are five of our favorite pairings.
Elevate Thanksgiving with Sparkling Syrah
There are so many assorted flavors on the Thanksgiving table, it’s hard to find a wine that works. Enter Sparkling Syrah! Because it spends several hours on the skins, it has added heft that enables it to work with the bigger flavors of roast turkey and stuffing. At the same time, its fruit characteristics pair well with the cranberries and sweet potatoes. The bubbles cleanse the palate and the wine’s effervescence is a welcome counterpoint to the richness of the Thanksgiving feast. Added bonus – the brilliant color makes any meal look festive.
Taco Salad & Sparkling Syrah
This is a casual summer meal for us. The combination of spicy taco meat coupled with garden fresh lettuce, tomatoes and cilantro makes this a challenging pairing. Sparkling Syrah comes to the rescue. Plus, it is so refreshing on a warm summer evening.
Cranberry Brie Phyllo Cups
This is a delicious and beautiful appetizer that is spectacular with Sparkling Syrah. The tartness of the cranberries, the creamy brie, and the crunchy phyllo cup come together with the Sparkling Syrah and everything pops! This easy treat is sure to impress your friends.
Hot and Spicy Baked Crab
This is a favorite of our winemaker, Ashley. It’s a family tradition on Christmas Eve and serving it with our Sparkling Syrah has become her family’s new tradition. In fact, Sparkling Syrah is a fabulous choice with all kinds of spicy cuisines, like Thai, Szechuan, and Indian dishes.
Panna Cotta with Raspberry Coulis
We served this at one of our annual Sparkling Holiday Soirees and it was a crowd pleaser. The Sparkling Syrah was dazzling with the tart, sweetness of the raspberry coulis and the silky panna cotta.
Have fun pairing this unusual bubbly with your favorite dishes. I’d love to hear what you discover.
Or come Taste with Us and introduce your friends to all of our unique and joyous sparkling wines.
