Wines that pair with
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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 Steak With Balsamic Reduction
Lighter than a Cabernet, American Merlot still has the weight to match Steak With Balsamic Reduction's body.
Red · Medium · Dry
Mendoza Malbec, the global benchmark — high-altitude vineyards giving deep purple wines with plum, violet, cocoa, and soft tannins. Reliably excellent at most price points.
Why it works with Steak With Balsamic Reduction
A mid-weight Argentine Malbec flatters Steak With Balsamic Reduction without overshadowing it — neither pulls focus.
Red · Medium · Dry
The original Bordeaux region — gravelly soils producing both Cabernet-led reds and serious Sauvignon-Semillon whites. The reds are leaner and more savory than the Médoc.
Why it works with Steak With Balsamic Reduction
Red Graves gives Steak With Balsamic Reduction a savory partner — cherry, leather, and a touch of acid.
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