Wines that pair with

Spicy Grilled Salmon Steaks With Black Butter

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White · Full · Dry

California's flagship white — rounder, riper, and oakier than the Old World original, with tropical fruit, butter, and vanilla. Sonoma Coast and Sta. Rita Hills bottlings are leaner; Napa stays plush.

Why it works with Spicy Grilled Salmon Steaks With Black Butter

Full-bodied whites like American Chardonnay stand up to oily, rich Spicy Grilled Salmon Steaks With Black Butter preparations.

Red · Medium · Dry

California and Oregon's answer to Burgundy — riper, more upfront fruit than the French original, with cherry, raspberry, and gentle oak. Sonoma and Willamette set the standard.

Why it works with Spicy Grilled Salmon Steaks With Black Butter

American Pinot Noir's mid-weight flatters Spicy Grilled Salmon Steaks With Black Butter without taking over — the everyday red strategy.

Beaujolais

Interesting

Red · Light · Dry

Gamay-based reds from southern Burgundy — light, fruity, food-friendly. The serious Cru bottlings (Morgon, Fleurie, Moulin-à-Vent) drink like Pinot Noir at half the price.

Why it works with Spicy Grilled Salmon Steaks With Black Butter

Light reds like Beaujolais can match Spicy Grilled Salmon Steaks With Black Butter surprisingly well — especially with seared or grilled preparations.