Wines that pair with

Seafood Chowder

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Cabernet Sauvignon

Adventurous

Red · Full · Dry

The benchmark for full-bodied red — structured, age-worthy, unapologetic. Black currant, graphite, and tobacco lead into firm tannins that demand protein on the plate. Decant young bottles; cellar the serious ones.

Why it works with Seafood Chowder

Cabernet Sauvignon's structured tannins frame Seafood Chowder; reach for this when the dish has weight to match.

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Pinot Noir

Interesting

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 Seafood Chowder

Light reds like Pinot Noir can match Seafood Chowder surprisingly well — especially with seared or grilled preparations.

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Red

Adventurous

Red · Medium · Dry

A medium-bodied dry red in the European tradition — bright red fruit, soft tannins, and a savory finish. The everyday house wine of much of southern Europe.

Why it works with Seafood Chowder

Red's mid-weight flatters Seafood Chowder without taking over — the everyday red strategy.

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Viognier

Classic

White · Medium · Dry

The white grape of the Northern Rhône — full-bodied, peachy, faintly perfumed, with the texture of a quiet Chardonnay. Pairs with anything saffron-tinged or apricot-glazed.

Why it works with Seafood Chowder

Viognier's stone fruit and quiet structure flatter Seafood Chowder's natural sweetness.

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Zinfandel

Adventurous

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 Seafood Chowder

Zinfandel's structured tannins frame Seafood Chowder; reach for this when the dish has weight to match.

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