Which Wine with your Burger?
 From
chili cheeseburgers to Hawaiian-style pineapple-topped burgers, Americans
can't get enough of this classic sandwich. In fact, hamburgers top the
list as the most popular grilled food, according to the 2001 Weber®
GrillWatch™ survey. And, whether you're into bold flavors or basic
toppings nothing tops off a burger better than a simple glass of wine.
See below for specific pairings.
| BURGER TOPPINGS |
WINE SUGGESTIONS |
| Grilled Pineapple |
Fruity Chardonnay for those who like white wine, or Beaujolais for
those who prefer red will be delicious with this topping. |
| Grilled white onions and sautéed mushrooms with Swiss cheese |
An Italian Chianti or a California Sangiovese will be great with
the mushrooms. |
| Pickled relish and yellow mustard |
White Zinfandel offers a soft and fruity balance to these piquant
flavors. |
| Lettuce, tomato, raw red onion, ketchup and mayonnaise |
An Australian Shiraz or a Syrah from California can stand up to
these varied flavors. |
| Chili Cheese Burger |
The All-American Zinfandel has spiciness to match the chili. |
| Black pepper, gorgonzola and hot mustard |
Cabernet Sauvignon with a Burger? Yes, with this one. |
| Avocado, cucumber and sprouts |
White wine lovers will go for Sauvignon Blanc, those who like red
try Merlot. |
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