The drink choices were catered to what proprietors thought women would enjoy: white wine spritzers and a slate of cocktails that leaned on sweet, fruit-driven flavors.

with steak, especially if sauces or sides call for fresher flavors, says Oyediran.While ”bone-dry, super high acid white wines” might not be well-suited to red meat, textured, off-dry, and weightier whites can stand up to steak.. And don’t sleep on.

“One of the most fascinating pairings I ever encountered for steak was a rosé Champagne,” says Oyediran.“The minerality and dryness played really well with the meat’s savory essence, and the acid also helped cut through the fat,” he says.“It was an ‘a-ha’ moment.”.

15 Rules for Great Food and Wine Pairing.Oyediran also suggests telling your wine merchant or sommelier about budget, sense of occasion, personal preference, seasonality, and location.

“Who’s coming over?” says Oyediran.

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