Pairing Wine with Pot Roast
No matter what time of year it is, a classic pot roast can make a comforting and hearty home-cooked meal. But what wine should you serve with it? Beyond basic flavor pairings, there are quite a few different types of wines that make an excellent accompaniment to pot roast.
Rielsing
Riesling is a dry white wine that pairs beautifully with pot roast. Its versatile acidity can stand up to the stronger flavors of the pot roast beef and spices. Riesling also pairs well with the slightly sweet flavors of carrots and potatoes, two essential ingredients for a classic pot roast.
Chardonnay
Chardonnay, another dry white is a great choice for pot roast. Its light body will allow the flavors of the pot roast to shine, while its acidity will help to cut through the richer elements. Chardonnay is especially good if the pot roast has a creamy sauce.
Beaujolais
Beaujolais, a light red from France, is the perfect complement to a pot roast. Its plum and berry flavors pair nicely with the beef and vegetables. Beaujolais is low in tannin, which allows it to pair nicely with many different foods.
Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir is one of the most food-friendly wines. It is light in body and low in tannin, but has a nice balance of acidity and fruitiness. Pinot Noir is a great choice for a pot roast, as it will bring out the flavors of the beef and vegetables. It is also a very versatile wine, which makes it a nice choice for a variety of dishes.
In Summary
When it comes to choosing a wine to pair with pot roast, there are quite a few different types of wines that will work well.
- Riesling – a dry white with versatile acidity
- Chardonnay – another dry white, light in body with acidity
- Beaujolais – a light red, with plum and berry flavors
- Pinot Noir – light in body, low in tannin but with balanced acidity and fruitiness
Whichever wine you choose, the result will be a delicious and flavorful combination that will leave your guests wanting more. Enjoy!
