Pairing wine with barbeque food doesn’t have to be complicated, especially when you have the help of a specialist wine shop based in Galway city. Thomas Woodberry’s has kindly shared their expert knowledge with us to help those who wish to create the ultimate Summer BBQ.

But before jumping straight into beverages, EZ Living Furniture can further assist you by prepping your garden in advance of your barbeque. After all, it’s important to have the correct garden furniture waiting for you in your outdoor area when the sun starts to shine. With our help, you and your guests can finally relax in a place away from your regular dining table and dining chairs.

Wine pairings for a summer bbq.

Quick Read: How To Prep Your Garden For A Summer BBQ!

Once your garden is looking beautiful, the perfect wine and food combination can be easily achieved by following Thomas Woodberry’s savvy tips below. So, whether it’s red meat, chicken or fish you plan on barbecuing, they have the perfect wine suggestion for you.

Red wine pairing with summer bbq.

Red Meat = Red Wine

Firstly, try and stick to drinking red wine when eating red barbeque meats. Tadgh from Woodberry’s says, “The bigger and bolder the red the better as not only has it to compete with the meats own flavour but also the smoky notes imparted by the grill and also to burnt ends which are quite flavoursome.” For meats marinated in sweet sauces and rubs or spicy sausages, he suggests a fruity red wine option, while smoky oaked reds should also be considered for meats that are not marinated (quick steak or pork chop).

According to Tadgh “Spanish wines are fun to play around within the summertime. They are budget-friendly and pair exceptionally well with grilled meats of all kinds.”

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Monastrell - which offers big dark berry fruit notes.

Garnacha - offers aromas and flavours of cherry and peppery spice.

Tempranillo - the great grape of Rioja; try Crianzas for a fruit flavour but also wood smoke and leather.

White wine pairing for summer BBQ.

Fish, Chicken & Vegetables = White Wine

“Grilled chicken and fish pair beautifully with a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc.” When it comes to vegetables that are grilled or barbequed Tadgh suggests whites rather than reds. “Many of the grilled and barbecued vegetable dishes out there are better suited to whites than reds, as much of the freshness is retained when grilled and is complimented by the charred smoky notes.”

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Black Cottage Sauvignon Blanc – which balances nice fresh acidity with gooseberry and citrus flavours.

Muller Grüner Veltliner – offers softness and fruit forwardness for lighter spiced chicken or fish skewers or even chicken wings.

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And there you have it, professional wine pairing advice brought to you by Thomas Woodberry’s. For guidance on quality garden furniture be sure to make it “EZ” and shop at EZ Living Furniture or consult one of our experts in-store.

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