Learn about the BEST Pinot Noir food pairings with this handy guide.
Pinot Noir is one of the most food-friendly red wines. With flavors of black cherry, warm spices, orange peel, and earthy notes, this versatile wine has soft tannins with a bright acidity, and a smooth finish.
Pinot Noir is much lighter bodied than other red wines like Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel and Syrah. If you love a lighter red wine, you’ll probably also love Gamay or Grenache.
Fruitier, less tannic styles of Pinot Noir pair well with lighter dishes of seafood (salmon, halibut) and chicken. The bright acidity works as a palette cleanser, making it perfect for pairing with rich, creamy pasta dishes and risottos.
Earthier, more tannic Pinot Noir wines pair well with meats such as pork, filet mignon, and game dishes.
Stews, wild mushrooms, and root vegetables also make good pairings with Pinot Noir. A classic pairing is Beef Bourguignon. Or, try a fun pairing with char siu pork or crispy duck pancakes.
Want to serve an entire dinner paired with pinot noir? Be sure to check out my multi-course meal with pinot noir food pairings.
These delicious recipes pair perfectly with a glass of pinot noir.
Pot roast makes an excellent pairing with a more tannic style of pinot.
A lighter bottle of pinot noir makes the perfect pairing for roast chicken.
Umami packed dishes like this miso chicken with mushrooms are great pinot noir pairings.
Roast pork is perfect for pairing with Pinot.
Earthy, Oregon Pinot Noir, is the perfect compliment to a bowl of this creamy soup.
Creamy sauces are just begging for wines with high acidity. This one is a perfect pairing.
A classic pairing for a Willamette Valley Pinot Noir.
With aromas of cherry, a glass of pinot really compliments this pork chop dish.
Milder blue cheeses make a great match for Alsace pinot noir.
Game birds are a great pairing for versatile red wines like pinot. Also, be sure to try pairing a glass with your roast turkey for Thanksgiving!
I teamed up with Erath Wines to bring you this tasty post. As always, all opinions are my own.
Vegetarian Zucchini Lasagna Rolls are a lower-carb alternative to traditional lasagna, yet still sinfully delicious, with loads of melty cheese and plenty of fresh herbs.
Roasted Balsamic Brussel Sprouts with cranberries is a simple side dish recipe that both kids and adults love! They’re crispy, delicious and packed with so much flavor. I get asked to make this dish every year for Thanksgiving and Christmas!
PS – Craving more crispy brussel sprout recipes? Be sure to try these Smashed Brussel Sprouts with Lemon Tahini Sauce or these Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts.
Learn how to make Cheese Fondue at home with this classic, easy recipe. This is the best appetizer to serve at parties because it can be made in just 15-minutes and everybody loves it!
These boldly flavored Cumin Lamb Noodles are just as delicious as the restaurant version but use much more accessible ingredients. Made with tender lamb shoulder and toasted spices, you’re going to want to make this for more than just special occasions!
I teamed up with the American Lamb board to bring you this post. As always, all opinions are my own.
I teamed up with the National Pork Board to bring you this post. As always, all opinions are my own.
Grilled Pork Chops with White BBQ Sauce are rich, smokey and tangy. They make a delicious, quick and easy dinner that’s sure to please.
Turkey Picadillo is a lightened up version of the traditional Latin American dish made with ground beef. Serve it over rice or use it as a taco filling and enjoy!
