Pairing American wines with food can be a delightful experience, especially when you consider the diverse range of dishes and flavors found across the United States. Here are some classic American dishes and the best American wines to pair with them:
1. Buffalo Wings + Smith Madrone Riesling Spring Mountain Napa Valley
Buffalo wings, with their spicy kick, pair wonderfully with Riesling from the Spring Mountain. The slight sweetness and frothy acidity of the Riesling balance the heat of the wings, creating a harmonious flavour experience.
Click to buy : 2017 Smith Madrone Riesling Spring Mountain Napa Valley
2. Lobster Roll + Dr Frank Konstantin Blanc de Blanc Sparkling
A buttery, creamy lobster roll is a New England classic. Pair it with a Dr Frank Konstantin Blanc de Blanc Sparkling from Finger Lakes, which offers crisp acidity and subtle mineral undertones give the wine great structure and elegance that complements the richness of the lobster.
Click to buy: 2018 Dr. Konstantin Frank Blanc De Blanc
3. Pulled Pork + DAOU Discovery Cabernet Sauvignon
Pulled pork, especially when slow-cooked and smoked, pairs well with a DAOU Discovery Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine’s vibrant pure fruit core and firm, supple backbone of polished tannins flavors of the pork.
Click to buy: 2018 DAOU Discovery Cabernet Sauvignon
4. Fried Chicken + Dr. Konstantin Frank Salmon Run Riesling
Fried chicken, with its crispy and salty goodness, is elevated when paired with a Dr. Konstantin Frank Salmon Run Riesling. Bright fresh fruit with dominant characters of fresh pineapple and lemon sorbet. The light sweetness is well balanced by a refreshing acidity of the wine cut through the richness of the fried chicken, making each bite feel like a celebration.
Click to buy: 2019 Dr. Konstantin Frank Salmon Run Riesling