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Pan-fried Steaks With Shallot-gorgonzola Butter

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American Merlot

Classic

Red · Medium · Dry

California Merlot, when made well — plummy, supple, with a touch of cocoa and earlier drinkability than its Bordeaux cousins. The unfairly maligned dinner-party red.

Why it works with Pan-fried Steaks With Shallot-gorgonzola Butter

American Merlot's mid-weight handles Pan-fried Steaks With Shallot-gorgonzola Butter without overpowering it — neither pulls focus.

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Red Côtes-du-rhône

Classic

Red · Medium · Dry

The blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre that fills every wine list in France for a reason — friendly, peppery, slightly rustic, made to wash down anything from grilled vegetables to lamb stew.

Why it works with Pan-fried Steaks With Shallot-gorgonzola Butter

A medium red like Red Côtes-du-rhône is the safe everyday choice for Pan-fried Steaks With Shallot-gorgonzola Butter.

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