What should red wines be paired with?
If you are a lover of red wine, become happy as I will tell you what makes your red wine even more scrumptious. Good red wine is a good only if it doesn't blow away your taste buds, obliterate the flavor of the dish and it is relatively low in alcohol.
It is very easy for you to end up with expensive, high-alcohol oak bombs that are more style than substance. Red wines are bigger and badder than whites and the wrong red wine paring can spoil the taste in your mouth. For example, if you take a big California Cabernet over a light Pinot Noir, it can completely change the texture and flavor of your meal.
A good pairing for you is one in which the food and wine realize their full potential simply because they are consumed together without losing the actual taste. Take a bite and drink a little wine and let the flavors meld and turn into a new, better flavor. That's what I mean by an ethereal pairing.