{"id":8113,"date":"2021-02-10T11:16:34","date_gmt":"2021-02-10T17:16:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/?p=8113"},"modified":"2021-02-10T11:16:35","modified_gmt":"2021-02-10T17:16:35","slug":"wines-for-mardi-gras-eats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/2021\/02\/wines-for-mardi-gras-eats\/","title":{"rendered":"Wines for Mardi Gras Eats"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Laissez les bon temps rouler! Let the good times roll! It\u2019s Mardi Gras time and if you\u2019re not throwing back a whisky or some cold brew, you may be on the search for some vino that pairs with your Mardi Gras eats. Cajun and Creole cuisine can be tricky to pair as there are a myriad of flavors at work. Sometimes there\u2019s a great deal of spice involved while other times you\u2019re dealing with gravies (\u201croux\u201d says the Louisiana folks) and heavy sauces. But no matter the cuisine, with a little thought and patience, there are many wines for Mardi Gras.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">King Cake<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"744\" height=\"558\" src=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7423-744x558.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2735\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7423-744x558.jpg 744w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7423-420x315.jpg 420w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7423-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7423-1200x900.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 744px) 100vw, 744px\" \/><figcaption><strong><em>Traditional King Cake<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This annual tradition is as much a part of the Mardi Gras season as all those handfuls of beads that you collect. Find the baby hidden inside and you are responsible for buying next year\u2019s cake. And yet, my kids never pony up! The thing to remember about pairing wine with dessert is that the wine should be sweeter than the dessert. And as the flavor intensity in the dessert increases, so should the intensity in the wine. In that vein, I\u2019ve paired the ultra sweet versions that are filled with cream cheese, strawberry, etc. with fortified wines like like Muscat from Australia\u2019s Barossa Valley or Madeira. But my favorite wine pairing consists of sweeter, floral sparkling wines like Moscato d\u2019Asti or even Prosecco as the bubbles give the rich, sweet cake some lift. Want a red wine? Go with Brachetto from Piedmont, which is a sweet fizzy red wine.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Crawfish \u00c9touffee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"744\" height=\"558\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7420-744x558.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2729 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7420-744x558.jpg 744w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7420-420x315.jpg 420w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7420-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7420-1200x900.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 744px) 100vw, 744px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 744px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 744\/558;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"744\" height=\"558\" src=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7420-744x558.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2729\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7420-744x558.jpg 744w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7420-420x315.jpg 420w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7420-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7420-1200x900.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 744px) 100vw, 744px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption><strong><em>Crawfish Etouffee with a variety of wines<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Crawfish \u00c9touff\u00e9e is made in a myriad of styles and variations, but a common feature \u2013 other than the crawfish \u2013 is that it packs some heat (whether you add a touch of spice or go all out). I make mine with onions caramelized in butter, along with cayenne, black, and white pepper in addition to other seasonings and spices. Like spicy Asian and Indian cuisines, dishes such as this generally play well with aromatic white wines, whether they are dry or off-dry. Alsatian Riesling, Vouvray, Viognier and Torrontes all offer up floral and honey aromas and flavors that can combat the heat in a typical \u00e9touff\u00e9e. A fruit forward Ros\u00e9 would also work here. I know we like our red wines, but I\u2019d skip it in this case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gumbo<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"768\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-768x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8114 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-1920x1920.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-420x420.jpeg 420w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-700x700.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-1536x1536.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-2048x2048.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-600x600.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-128x128.jpeg 128w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-75x75.jpeg 75w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 768px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 768\/768;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-768x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8114\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-1920x1920.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-420x420.jpeg 420w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-700x700.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-1536x1536.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-2048x2048.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-600x600.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-128x128.jpeg 128w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/058992CA-2957-442C-9E20-0AAEF3A2D2FC-75x75.jpeg 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption><strong><em>Traditional Gumbo<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The official \u201csoup\u201d of Louisiana, gumbo is a staple in our house. We usually end up making two efferent pots because Mr. Corkscrew only likes chicken (or duck) and sausage in his, but I like to add seafood to mine (in addition to the chicken and sausage). Back in the day, I would pop open an ice cold beer, but given then I don\u2019t drink beer much anymore, I definitely had to find a wine to pair. After some trial and error, I have found that a Bordeaux Blanc style wine is a great pairing. But you need both the Sauvignon Blanc and the Semillon for the pairing to work. The Sauvignon Blanc and the Semillon offer crisp, mineral notes and richness respectively, each doing its job in pairing with the components of the gumbo &#8211; the roux being the most important &#8211; and most difficult to pair. I\u2019ve also enjoyed gumbo with Riesling, particularly if it has a little heat, but the white Bordeaux style wine is definitely my favorite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Red Beans &amp; Rice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A Creole creation once considered poor man\u2019s food, red beans and rice is a staple on many Louisiana restaurant menus. In fact, in New Orleans, locals know that Monday is red beans and rice day. Walk into a restaurant on Monday and you\u2019re likely to find it as the day\u2019s special. The Monday tradition stems from the fact that many years ago Monday was known as wash day. Because there were no washing machines and laundry took all day, families needed something that could cook on its own without a great deal of intervention. And since ham was customarily served on Sundays, the leftover ham and ham bone were thrown in with the beans to simmer on the stove all day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"744\" height=\"558\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7475-744x558.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2769 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7475-744x558.jpg 744w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7475-420x315.jpg 420w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7475-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7475-1200x900.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 744px) 100vw, 744px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 744px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 744\/558;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"744\" height=\"558\" src=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7475-744x558.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2769\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7475-744x558.jpg 744w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7475-420x315.jpg 420w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7475-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7475-1200x900.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 744px) 100vw, 744px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption><strong><em>Louisiana Red Beans &amp; Rice<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The beans and rice don\u2019t offer up a great deal of flavor on their own and are generally pretty bland. It\u2019s the meat and seasonings and spices that are cooked along with the beans that really give the dish its flavor. Even though a leftover ham bone is a classic addition, Andouille sausage and smoked tasso (smoked ham) are also traditional additions as well. And a dash of Tabasco or Louisiana Hot Sauce is also quite common to finish it off. Given all this, Gewurztraminer (Geh-vurtz-trah-meen-er) or an off-dry Riesling can be a wonderful accompaniment to the bit of spice. If you insist on red, steer clear of big, tannic reds such as Cabernet Sauvignon as there really isn\u2019t enough fat in the dish stand up to such wines. Instead, opt for non-tannic, soft, fruit forward wines such as Zweigelt, Grenache\/Garnacha, Barbera, or even Zinfandel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fried Seafood Po-Boy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"744\" height=\"558\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7418-744x558.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2727 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7418-744x558.jpg 744w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7418-420x315.jpg 420w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7418-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7418-1200x900.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 744px) 100vw, 744px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 744px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 744\/558;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"744\" height=\"558\" src=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7418-744x558.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2727\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7418-744x558.jpg 744w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7418-420x315.jpg 420w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7418-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_7418-1200x900.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 744px) 100vw, 744px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption><strong><em>Fried Fish Po-Boy<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I say it all the time, but it\u2019s true. Fried,&nbsp;salty food loves sparkling wine. Sure bubbly is classic with oysters and caviar, but who eats that on the regular? It\u2019s more fun to pair high brow Champagne with low brow fried food. Got French fries? Bring it! Fried fish, shrimp, crawfish, or oyster po-boy? Heck yeah! Whether you go for one of the big Champagne houses, grower champs, or Cremant, this is a paring that never gets old. Just stick to the non-vintage versions rather than a vintage bubbly. Outside of France, a Cava from Spain or Franciacorta from Italy, both of which are made using the champagne method, also fit the bill. If you\u2019re in the mood for something other than bubbly, head to France\u2019s Loire Valley for&nbsp;&nbsp;Muscadet, Pouilly-Fume, or Sancerre. The crisp acidity in these wines play quite well with fried deliciousness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dirty Rice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"768\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-768x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8116 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-1920x1920.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-420x420.jpeg 420w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-700x700.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-1536x1536.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-2048x2048.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-600x600.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-128x128.jpeg 128w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-75x75.jpeg 75w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-750x750.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-1140x1140.jpeg 1140w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC.jpeg 804w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 768px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 768\/768;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-768x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8116\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-1920x1920.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-420x420.jpeg 420w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-700x700.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-1536x1536.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-2048x2048.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-600x600.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-128x128.jpeg 128w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-75x75.jpeg 75w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-750x750.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC-1140x1140.jpeg 1140w, https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1328A075-3AB6-42B4-AE7D-F744040652EC.jpeg 804w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption><strong><em>Traditional Dirty Rice<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As a kid, I couldn\u2019t stand \u201cdirty rice\u201d aka rice dressing. I think it was the combination of the name and the fact that it looked like, well, dirty rice. Whatever it was, I\u2019ve most certainly come to my senses and have no issues whatsoever in cooking up a batch. This is another of those dishes that has some variation, but the foundation is ground beef and\/or pork, chicken livers, and the Louisiana \u201choly trinity\u201d of onions, bell peppers, and celery. I also like to add a little roux for a touch of richness. With all the meat, surprisingly, my go to for this is not red wine. Instead, it\u2019s a nice full-bodied Chardonnay that has seen some oak, but that still offers up mid-levels of acidity. But for a red wine option, Gamay is a great choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To learn how to pair foods such as boudin, okra and tomatoes, crawfish bisque and more with the sweet wines of Bordeaux, be sure to check out <a href=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/2020\/11\/golden-bordeaux-cajun-creole-cuisine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Golden Bordeaux Delights in Louisiana\u2019s Cajun and Creole Cuisine<\/span><\/strong><\/a>. Talk about a delicious experiment!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And check <a href=\"https:\/\/thecorkscrewconcierge.com\/2016\/01\/pairing-wine-with-the-foods-of-mardi-gras\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">here<\/span><\/strong><\/a> for more background on Mardi Gras.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So see, there are plenty of wines for Mardi Gras eats! 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