Faiveley Gevrey-Chambertin 2020
Burgundy, France • splurge
Red cherry, forest floor, and baking spice with silky tannins.
Beef Bourguignon
braised • beef • wine sauce
Also known as: boeuf bourguignon, burgundy beef stew
About the Dish
Beef Bourguignon is a french braised that leans on braised, beef, wine sauce. We look for bottles that respect the texture and seasoning without drowning the dish.
Our goal: keep the braised feel intact while adding lift from Cote de Nuits Burgundy Pinot Noir.
Top Pour: Cote de Nuits Burgundy Pinot Noir
Classic pairing: pinot's earthiness and acid frame wine-braised beef and mushrooms.
Body: mediumAcidity: mediumTannin: lowSweetness: dry
Why it works
- Gentle tannin keeps pastry and duck fat silky rather than bitter.
- Earthy aromatics echo mushroom ragu and duxelles.
Signature aromas
red cherryforest floorbaking spice
Bottle inspiration
Pairing Playbook
- Gentle tannin keeps pastry and duck fat silky rather than bitter.
- Earthy aromatics echo mushroom ragu and duxelles.
- Avoid: sweet whites, jammy zinfandel.
Solid Alternates
Willamette — Body: lightWillamette — Acidity: mediumWillamette — Tannin: lowWillamette — Sweetness: dryLanghe — Body: fullLanghe — Acidity: mediumLanghe — Tannin: highLanghe — Sweetness: dry
FAQ
- What wine pairs best with Beef Bourguignon?
- Cote de Nuits Burgundy Pinot Noir is our first pour because Classic pairing: pinot's earthiness and acid frame wine-braised beef and mushrooms..
- Are there budget-friendly alternatives for Beef Bourguignon?
- If Cote de Nuits Burgundy Pinot Noir is out of reach, grab Willamette Valley Pinot Noir—it shares the same structure and keeps the food in focus.
- Which wines should I avoid with Beef Bourguignon?
- Skip styles like sweet whites, jammy zinfandel—they fight the seasoning or overwhelm the dish.
- What if I want a non-alcoholic pairing for Beef Bourguignon?
- Try sparkling water with a citrus twist, chilled oolong tea, or verjus spritzes—they mirror acidity without the alcohol.
Skip These Bottles
sweet whitesjammy zinfandel
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