Food Pairings: Beyond Steak

While Bordeaux's tannins love beef, the region's diversity offers more:

Left Bank Cabernet blends: - Lamb with herbs (halal-friendly option) - Mushroom Wellington (vegetarian showstopper) - Aged hard cheeses

Right Bank Merlot blends: - Duck confit (regional classic) - Eggplant parmigiana (vegetarian) - Dark chocolate desserts

Dry whites: - Oysters from nearby Arcachon - Grilled fish with herbs - Fresh chèvre

Sweet wines: - Foie gras (traditional but controversial) - Blue cheese (Roquefort especially) - Fruit tarts - Alone, as meditation