The Educated Grape: September 2011

A little info about me....

A little info about me and how this blog came about....

I am a self confessed Wineaux and love to learn about and teach about the wonderful world of wine.

All of my education thus far has been through the highly regarded school of hard knocks. And though I find myself to be extremely technically challenged, my love of wine forced me to delve into the blogging world and start a wine blog in the hopes that fellow Wineauxs would contribute to my passion for education in this field.

But beware....this is a snob free zone. Any know-it-alls will not be allowed in this classroom.

Deb Nilan
"The Educated Grape"

Sunday, September 25, 2011

Top 10 Tailgating Food/Wine Pairings

Football season is finally here. For all you wine loving football fans, I have compiled a list of the top 10 tailgaiting foods and wines that pair well with them. Hope it helps you enjoy the football season a little more.....GO PATS!

Chile - German Riesling, Chianti or Red Zinfandel
Buffalo Wings - Crisp Sparkling Wine, Red Zinfandel
Nachos - Chardonnay, Syrah
Bratwurst/Kielbasa - German Riesling, Pinot Grigio
Hotdogs - Sweet Riesling, Beaujolais
Grilled Chicken - Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
BBQ Ribs - Shiraz, Red Zinfandel, Tempranillo
Sausages - Lambrusco (hot), Chianti (sweet)
Mac & Cheese - Chardonnay, Beaujolais, Merlot
Potato Salad/Coleslaw - Pinot Grigio , Sauvignon Blanc