Tea

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.

Works with Tea · Black Tea · Minted Tea Soup +3 more Tea · Black Tea · Minted Tea Soup · Tea Smoked Duck · Green Tea Dessert · Tea Smoked Duck Breast

White · Medium · Dry

The most-planted white grape and the most chameleon-like. Crisp and steely from Chablis; rich, oaky, and tropical from California. Read the label, then match the style to the dish.

Works with Tea · Black Tea · Minted Tea Soup +2 more Tea · Black Tea · Minted Tea Soup · Green Tea Dessert · Tea Smoked Scallops

Red · Full · Dry

Argentina's signature grape: deep purple, plummy, and remarkably smooth for its weight. Soft tannins and a touch of cocoa make it the dinner-party Cabernet alternative — and far easier on the wallet.

Works with London Beef Tea · Tea Smoked Duck · Tea Smoked Scallops +1 more London Beef Tea · Tea Smoked Duck · Tea Smoked Scallops · Tea Smoked Duck Breast

Rosé · Light · Dry

Provence's gift to summer — dry, pale, faintly strawberry-and-citrus, with low alcohol and crisp acid. Made to drink cold, with food, in the shade.

Works with Tea · Black Tea · Green Tea Dessert +1 more Tea · Black Tea · Green Tea Dessert · Tea Smoked Scallops

Red · Full · Dry

Shiraz's more reserved European cousin — Northern Rhône style, all violets, black olive, and white pepper. Less brawn, more poise; pairs as well with lamb as with peppered duck breast.

Works with London Beef Tea · Tea Smoked Duck · Tea Smoked Scallops +1 more London Beef Tea · Tea Smoked Duck · Tea Smoked Scallops · Tea Smoked Duck Breast

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.

Works with London Beef Tea · Tea Smoked Duck · Tea Smoked Scallops +1 more London Beef Tea · Tea Smoked Duck · Tea Smoked Scallops · Tea Smoked Duck Breast

Sparkling · Light · Dry

Spain's traditional-method sparkling, made in Catalunya. Crisper and chalkier than Prosecco; remarkable value next to Champagne. Pair with jamón, tortilla, and grilled vegetables.

Works with Tea · Black Tea · Green Tea Dessert

Sparkling · Light · Sweet

Asti's more refined sibling — gently frizzante, only 5-6% alcohol, all peach and orange blossom. The perfect summer dessert wine.

Works with Green Tea Ice Cream · Green Tea Panna Cotta With White Choc Mint Sauce · Pecan Tarts With Tea Infused Caramel & Vanilla Ice Cream

Dessert · Full · Sweet

Bordeaux's legendary sweet white — Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc hit by noble rot, then patiently fermented. Honey, apricot, candied citrus, and a finish that lasts a small eternity. Pair with foie gras, blue cheese, or a fruit tart.

Works with Green Tea Ice Cream · Green Tea Panna Cotta With White Choc Mint Sauce · Pecan Tarts With Tea Infused Caramel & Vanilla Ice Cream

Fortified · Full · Sweet

Port from a single declared year, aged in bottle for decades. Dense, structured, ageless; the pinnacle of fortified wine.

Works with Green Tea Ice Cream · Green Tea Panna Cotta With White Choc Mint Sauce · Pecan Tarts With Tea Infused Caramel & Vanilla Ice Cream

Red · Medium · Dry

Pinot Noir (red) or Chardonnay (white) from the world's most expensive dirt. Translucent, perfumed, ethereal at the top of the hierarchy; honest and pleasant lower down. Drink slowly, with reverence.

Works with Tea Smoked Duck · Tea Smoked Duck Breast

White · Light · Dry

Citrus, cut grass, and a wire of acid. Marlborough makes it loudest; Sancerre makes it most refined. Either way, it cuts cleanly through goat cheese, herbs, and anything with shellfish.

Works with Tomato Tea · Tea Smoked Chicken Ravioli