Ridge Geyserville Zinfandel 2020
Sonoma County, USA • splurge
Blackberry jam, black pepper, and vanilla with bramble spice.
Pork Tamales
steamed • corn masa • traditional
Also known as: tamales de puerco, mexican tamales
About the Dish
Pork Tamales is a mexican steamed that leans on steamed, corn masa, traditional. We look for bottles that respect the texture and seasoning without drowning the dish.
Our goal: keep the steamed feel intact while adding lift from Sonoma Zinfandel.
Top Pour: Sonoma Zinfandel
Jammy fruit and spice complement masa and braised pork filling.
Body: fullAcidity: mediumTannin: mediumSweetness: dry
Why it works
- Ripe fruit echoes sweet-smoky barbecue glazes.
- Peppery spice syncs with char and rubs.
Signature aromas
blackberry jamblack peppervanilla
Bottle inspiration
Pairing Playbook
- Ripe fruit echoes sweet-smoky barbecue glazes.
- Peppery spice syncs with char and rubs.
- Avoid: very dry whites, light-bodied reds.
Solid Alternates
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FAQ
- What wine pairs best with Pork Tamales?
- Sonoma Zinfandel is our first pour because Jammy fruit and spice complement masa and braised pork filling..
- Are there budget-friendly alternatives for Pork Tamales?
- If Sonoma Zinfandel is out of reach, grab Gigondas Grenache Blend—it shares the same structure and keeps the food in focus.
- Which wines should I avoid with Pork Tamales?
- Skip styles like very dry whites, light-bodied reds—they fight the seasoning or overwhelm the dish.
- What if I want a non-alcoholic pairing for Pork Tamales?
- Try sparkling water with a citrus twist, chilled oolong tea, or verjus spritzes—they mirror acidity without the alcohol.
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