Saint Cosme Gigondas 2021
Rhône Valley, France • splurge
Blackberry compote, lavender, and cracked pepper with savory garrigue.
Smoked Brisket Plate
barbecue • beef • slow-cooked
Also known as: texas bbq brisket, smoked beef platter
About the Dish
Smoked Brisket Plate is a american barbecue that leans on barbecue, beef, slow-cooked. We look for bottles that respect the texture and seasoning without drowning the dish.
Our goal: keep the barbecue feel intact while adding lift from Gigondas Grenache Blend.
Top Pour: Gigondas Grenache Blend
Herbal, peppery Grenache matches smoke and molasses glaze without adding more sweetness.
Body: fullAcidity: mediumTannin: mediumSweetness: dry
Why it works
- Mediterranean herbs mirror barbecue rubs.
- Supple tannin binds with marbled beef without getting bitter.
Signature aromas
blackberrygarriguepeppercorn
Bottle inspiration
Pairing Playbook
- Mediterranean herbs mirror barbecue rubs.
- Supple tannin binds with marbled beef without getting bitter.
- Avoid: lean pinot noir, delicate unoaked whites.
Solid Alternates
Mendoza — Body: fullMendoza — Acidity: mediumMendoza — Tannin: highMendoza — Sweetness: dryRioja — Body: mediumRioja — Acidity: mediumRioja — Tannin: mediumRioja — Sweetness: dry
FAQ
- What wine pairs best with Smoked Brisket Plate?
- Gigondas Grenache Blend is our first pour because Herbal, peppery Grenache matches smoke and molasses glaze without adding more sweetness..
- Are there budget-friendly alternatives for Smoked Brisket Plate?
- If Gigondas Grenache Blend is out of reach, grab Mendoza Malbec—it shares the same structure and keeps the food in focus.
- Which wines should I avoid with Smoked Brisket Plate?
- Skip styles like lean pinot noir, delicate unoaked whites—they fight the seasoning or overwhelm the dish.
- What if I want a non-alcoholic pairing for Smoked Brisket Plate?
- Try sparkling water with a citrus twist, chilled oolong tea, or verjus spritzes—they mirror acidity without the alcohol.
Skip These Bottles
lean pinot noirdelicate unoaked whites
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