Wines that pair with

Lamb Shank With Saffronrisottoand Braising Sauce

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Merlot

Classic

Red · Medium · Dry

Cabernet's softer sibling — plum, black cherry, and a whisper of chocolate, framed by rounder tannins and earlier drinkability. The wine that built Pomerol and the one to reach for when Cabernet feels like overkill.

Why it works with Lamb Shank With Saffronrisottoand Braising Sauce

Merlot gives Lamb Shank With Saffronrisottoand Braising Sauce a savory partner — cherry, leather, and a touch of acid.

Zinfandel

Classic

Red · Full · Dry

California's brawler — jammy blackberry, brambly spice, and 15% alcohol that hides behind the fruit. Built for ribs, brisket, and anything that came off a grill.

Why it works with Lamb Shank With Saffronrisottoand Braising Sauce

Zinfandel gives Lamb Shank With Saffronrisottoand Braising Sauce a savory partner — cherry, leather, and a touch of acid.