Idaho Food & Red Wine Pairings | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot & Syrah

In this episode we continue our exploration of Idaho food and wine pairings. Learn about Idaho’s most widely grown red wine varietals and the key factors that go into pairing them with food. These helpful tips and recommendations will inspire you in your food and wine pairing journey. Experiment on your own and have fun!

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Cabernet Sauvignon Food & Wine Pairings
Steak
Marbled Rib Eye with Williamson Orchards & Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon
Prime Rib with Telaya Wine Co. Cabernet Sauvignon
New York Steak with 2014 Pend d’Orielle Winery Cabernet Sauvignon

Elk
Cast Iron Pan Seared Elk Tenderloin with Cabernet Sauvignon

Merlot Food & Wine Pairings
Steak
London Broil w/Wine Reduction Sauce and/or Mushrooms with Sawtooth Winery Classic Fly Merlot
Beef Ragout w/Gnocci with Ste. Chapelle Winery Open Air Merlot

Lamb
Braised Lamb with Vale Wine Co. Merlot

Syrah Food & Wine Pairings
Salmon
Charred Salmon w/Pepper, Sage & Rosemary with 3 Horse Ranch Syrah

Steak
Beef Stew with Cinder Wines Syrah

Bison
BBQ Bison Meatloaf with Coiled Wines Sidewinder Syrah

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