Ethiopian

Doro Wat

spiced • stew • comfort food

Also known as: ethiopian chicken stew, doro wot

About the Dish

Doro Wat is a ethiopian spiced that leans on spiced, stew, comfort food. We look for bottles that respect the texture and seasoning without drowning the dish.

Our goal: keep the spiced feel intact while adding lift from Gigondas Grenache Blend.

Top Pour:  Gigondas Grenache Blend

Spicy Grenache handles berbere warmth while plush fruit soothes the heat.

Body: fullAcidity: mediumTannin: mediumSweetness: dry

Why it works

  • Mediterranean herbs mirror barbecue rubs.
  • Supple tannin binds with marbled beef without getting bitter.

Signature aromas

blackberrygarriguepeppercorn

Bottle inspiration

Saint Cosme Gigondas 2021

Rhône Valley, France • splurge

Blackberry compote, lavender, and cracked pepper with savory garrigue.

Pairing Playbook

Solid Alternates

Rioja Reserva TempranilloMendoza Malbec
Rioja — Body: mediumRioja — Acidity: mediumRioja — Tannin: mediumRioja — Sweetness: dryMendoza — Body: fullMendoza — Acidity: mediumMendoza — Tannin: highMendoza — Sweetness: dry

FAQ

What wine pairs best with Doro Wat?
Gigondas Grenache Blend is our first pour because Spicy Grenache handles berbere warmth while plush fruit soothes the heat..
Are there budget-friendly alternatives for Doro Wat?
If Gigondas Grenache Blend is out of reach, grab Rioja Reserva Tempranillo—it shares the same structure and keeps the food in focus.
Which wines should I avoid with Doro Wat?
Skip styles like delicate pinot noir, crisp unoaked whites—they fight the seasoning or overwhelm the dish.
What if I want a non-alcoholic pairing for Doro Wat?
Try sparkling water with a citrus twist, chilled oolong tea, or verjus spritzes—they mirror acidity without the alcohol.

Skip These Bottles

delicate pinot noircrisp unoaked whites

Explore Related Styles

Rioja Reserva TempranilloMendoza Malbec

These bottles share structural traits with Gigondas Grenache Blend. Great options when the shelf is bare.