The Art of Pairing: Good Cabernet Sauvignon and Food

Cabernet Sauvignon is one of America’s favorite wines. From coast to coast, more and more people choose a good Cabernet Sauvignon for their preferred wine choice.

Since good Cabernet Sauvignon tends to have higher tannins and a savory character, the wine pairs well with foods that are higher in fat and have savory flavors. The most common pairings for a good Cabernet Sauvignon include red meats, prime rib, New York strip, and filet mignon. Lamb is also a popular pairing, as well as fattier cheeses.

This wine is also an excellent option for sauces or reductions.

Pairing Handwritten Cabernet Sauvignon

Below are three of our favorite Handwritten Cabernet Sauvignon recipe pairings:

Handwritten Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon & Artisan Grilled Cheese w/ Fig Jam

RECIPE: Makes 4

Ingredients

• 8 slices Artisan Bread of Choice
• 6 tbsp Fig Jam
• 1 ½ cups Shredded Aged Gouda
• 1 ½ cups Shredded Aged Cheddar
• 4-6 tbsp Softened Unsalted Butter or Duck Fat
• Salt and Pepper to taste

Directions

1. Spread one-half of the slices of bread on the work surface
2. Spread the fig jam to coat each, and season with salt and pepper.
3. Top with the cheese
4. On the other slices of bread, spread a thin coat of the softened butter or duck fat to the outsides of the sandwiches.
5. Heat a large nonstick pan over medium heat and cook the sandwiches on both sides until deep golden brown and the cheese completely melts.

 

Handwritten Diamond Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon with Slow Braised Short Ribs

RECIPE: Serves 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Beef Short Ribs
• 2-3 tbsp Olive Oil
• 1 ½ cups Cabernet Sauvignon
• 4 cups Baby Peeled Carrots
• 6 cloves Peeled Garlic, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp Rosemary, minced
• ½ cup Beef Bone Broth
• 2 cups Crushed Fire Roasted Tomatoes
• Micro Greens for garnish
• Salt and Pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°.
2. Season the short ribs with salt and pepper.
3. Heat a large sauté pan on high heat.
4. Add some olive oil and sear the meat on all sides until nicely browned
5. Remove and reserve.
6. Deglaze the pan with the wine and reduce by 50%.
7. Place the meat, carrots, garlic, rosemary, reduced wine, broth, and tomatoes in a Dutch oven and season with salt and pepper.
8. Cover and place in the oven for about 3.5-4 hours until very tender.
9. Serve garnished with micro greens.

 

Handwritten Yountville Cabernet Sauvignon with Lamb and Pesto Pasta

RECIPE: Serves 6

Ingredients

• 1 bunch of Basil Leaves
• 1 bunch of Parsley Leaves
• 3 cloves Garlic, peeled
• ¼ cup Roasted Pistachios
• ½ cup Grated Parmesan
• ¾ cup Olive Oil
• 1 ½ lbs. Ground Lamb
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes, halved
• 1 lb Pasta of Choice
• Salt and Pepper to taste

Directions

1. Place the Basil, the next five ingredients, and a little salt and pepper into a food processor and puree until smooth.
2. Heat a large non-stick sauté pan over high heat.
3. Add in the ground lamb, along with some salt and pepper
4. Sauté until nicely browned. Remove from the heat and set aside.
5. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over high heat.
6. Add in the onions, along with some salt and pepper
7. Sauté for a few minutes until it starts to brown.
8. Reduce the heat to medium
9. Add in the tomatoes along with some salt and pepper.
10. Continue to sauté for a few minutes until the tomatoes soften.
11. Add in the cooked lamb and stir to combine.
12. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until cooked to the desired doneness.
13. Strain and add to the lamb mixture along with the pesto and stir to combine.

Enjoying the Handwritten Wines Cabernet Sauvignons

Wine lovers can enjoy these recipes paired with elegant and delicious Handwritten Cabernet Sauvignons.

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