Saint Cosme Gigondas 2021
Rhône Valley, France • splurge
Blackberry compote, lavender, and cracked pepper with savory garrigue.
Lamb Shawarma
grilled • spiced • street food
Also known as: shawarma wrap, middle eastern shawarma
About the Dish
Lamb Shawarma is a middle eastern grilled that leans on grilled, spiced, street food. We look for bottles that respect the texture and seasoning without drowning the dish.
Our goal: keep the grilled feel intact while adding lift from Gigondas Grenache Blend.
Top Pour: Gigondas Grenache Blend
Spicy Grenache matches warming spices while supple tannins handle lamb fat.
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
Pairing Playbook
- Mediterranean herbs mirror barbecue rubs.
- Supple tannin binds with marbled beef without getting bitter.
- Avoid: delicate whites, sweet wines.
Solid Alternates
Rioja — Body: mediumRioja — Acidity: mediumRioja — Tannin: mediumRioja — Sweetness: dryCôtes — Body: mediumCôtes — Acidity: mediumCôtes — Tannin: lowCôtes — Sweetness: dry
FAQ
- What wine pairs best with Lamb Shawarma?
- Gigondas Grenache Blend is our first pour because Spicy Grenache matches warming spices while supple tannins handle lamb fat..
- Are there budget-friendly alternatives for Lamb Shawarma?
- 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 Lamb Shawarma?
- Skip styles like delicate whites, sweet wines—they fight the seasoning or overwhelm the dish.
- What if I want a non-alcoholic pairing for Lamb Shawarma?
- Try sparkling water with a citrus twist, chilled oolong tea, or verjus spritzes—they mirror acidity without the alcohol.
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