Wines that pair with
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Red · Medium · Dry
A French-American hybrid grape, mostly grown in Canada and the eastern US — dark, smoky, peppery, with surprising structure. A regional specialty worth seeking out.
Why it works with Peppered Rib-eye Steaks
Baco Noir's mid-weight flatters Peppered Rib-eye Steaks without taking over — the everyday red strategy.
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 Peppered Rib-eye Steaks
Merlot's cherry-and-spice profile pairs gently with Peppered Rib-eye Steaks.
Red · Light · Dry
Burgundy's most temperamental grape, but the rewards are real — translucent ruby with a perfumed lift of red cherry, forest floor, and clove. Silken tannins and bright acid make it the most versatile red on the table; serve cool, around 58°F.
Why it works with Peppered Rib-eye Steaks
Light reds like Pinot Noir pair flexibly with Peppered Rib-eye Steaks — soft tannins, bright acid, food-friendliness.
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