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Pinot Noir: Light Body, Big Detail
A lighter red with high aroma and lower tannin: red fruit, earth, and a silky texture that loves food.
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Riesling: High Acid, Many Sweetness Levels
Aromatic, high-acid white that can be bone dry or lusciously sweet—one of the best partners for spicy food.
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Sangiovese (Chianti): High Acid, Tomato’s Best Friend
A bright Italian red with red fruit and savory herbs, built on acidity—excellent with tomato-based dishes.
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Sauvignon Blanc: Acid, Citrus, and Green Lift
A crisp white built on brightness: citrus, herbs, and a mouth-watering finish that cuts rich food.
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Scotch Bonnet: Caribbean Fruit and Fire
A habanero-adjacent pepper with unmistakable tropical fruit character—perfect in jerk-adjacent sauces.
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Serrano + Lime: Clean Heat, High Lift
A brighter, sharper green heat than jalapeño—excellent when you want lift without sweetness.
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Sparkling Wine (Champagne Style): Acid, Bubbles, Versatility
Dry sparkling wines bring acidity and texture; they pair with far more than celebrations—especially salty, fried, and …
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Syrah/Shiraz: Dark Fruit and Pepper
A bold red with spice and savory depth: black fruit, pepper, and a meaty edge—often with firm structure.
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Tempranillo (Rioja): Savory, Smooth, Age-Friendly
Spain’s classic red style: red/dark fruit, leather and spice, often softened by oak aging.
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Thai Bird’s Eye + Garlic: Quick, Focused Heat
Small chili, sharp impact: clean heat and garlic that thrives in noodles, soups, and stir-fries.
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Bonbon: Dark Ganache, Clean Finish
A reference bonbon profile: stable shell, smooth ganache, and a finish that doesn’t turn heavy.
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Ecuador 75% Nacional: Floral Cocoa
Rounded cocoa depth with a gentle floral lift—often nutty, aromatic, and balanced.