Fall is here, and with it comes crisp air and the comforting chaos of football season. But who says tailgates and touchdowns have to be all beer and barstools? This week, we’re rewriting the playbook and putting wine at the center of the huddle with a lineup that’s bold, unexpected, and absolutely delicious. Wine meets wings in style with this tangy matchup.
When you think buffalo wings, you think football, beer, and messy faces, and quite frankly your favorite wine probably takes a backseat. But maybe, just maybe, it shouldn’t be benched so quickly. These saucy icons of game day indulgence have now teamed up with wines that can handle the heat, the crunch, and the crave. Think off-dry Riesling breaking through the spice of a Buffalo wings like a perfect fourth-quarter pass, or a Cabernet Franc tagging in to tango with sticky BBQ Thai glaze. Chablis finds its groove with lemony garlic parm, and yes, there’s even a Syrah ready to elevate your classic hot wing like it’s been waiting all season for this very moment.
This is not a drill. This is wine and wings, reimagined. Messy, mouthwatering, and made for Fall gatherings where the TV’s loud, the couch is full, and there’s something sparkling in your glass (and possibly on your fingers).
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Riesling + Buffalo
When the wings bring the heat, Riesling brings the finesse. Off-dry and refreshingly bright, you’ll want to pair it with classic Buffalo or anything that leans fiery and tangy. Pair the 2017 Egon Muller Scharzhofberger Spatlese with Buffalo wings to cut the the spice.
Cabernet Franc + BBQ
Cabernet Franc plays it smooth, with just the right edge. All herbs, dark berries, and a flicker of peppery spice, it’s the perfect match for wings that lean smoky, like a nice BBQ wing. There’s structure, there’s soul, and just enough grit to make it feel like fall. Try the 2018 Daou Vineyards Cabernet Franc Estate 2018 to go with your Barbeque wings.
Tempranillo + Mesquite
Tempranillo is the ultimate flex for wings with a smoky-sweet glaze, ancho chili, or a bit of mesquite char. There’s earth, there’s elegance, and a slow-building warmth that feels like fall in a glass. When the game goes long and the wings keep coming, Tempranillo is the steady hand calling the plays. Match the 2021 Pingus with a sweet mesquite wing.
Chablis + Garlic Parmesan
All minerality and citrus-driven precision, Chablis is the wingman for garlic parmesan or lemon-pepper styles, cutting through richness with that cool swagger only Burgundy can bring. When the wings get savory, Chablis shows up in peak form. We’re thinking the 2014 Raveneau Chablis Blanchots would go hand in hand with a garlic parmesan wing.
Syrah/Shiraz + Korean BBQ
Syrah comes in strong with dark fruit and pepper, making it the natural partner for wings with depth and drama. Try Korean BBQ, hoisin glaze, or anything kissed by the grill. There’s heat, there’s grip, and just enough wildness to keep you coming back for another bite. This is Syrah in its element. Think 2014 Penfolds Grange (Bin 95) 2014
Cheers to a Football season well spent!
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