Prime Rib & Douro Red

Whenever you sit down to a nice cut of red meat such as prime rib, you need a strong, robust, tannic red to help elevate the dish. For this meal, I chose one of my favourites and a Mike’s Must Have: the 2010 Lua Nova from Douro, Portugal.  It was a great match! The grippy tannins in the wine cut through the protein in the meat with ease and the savoury character of the meat was elevated by the robustness and spiciness of the wine. The wine has a lingering finish that, when interacting with the meat, creates a playful sensation with every bite. Complimented with broccoli florets, spicy horseradish and beans, this was truly a great match. Other wines that would work include Bordeaux Red, a full bodied Cabernet Sauvignon or a Brunello Di Montalcino.