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As I sit here eating some hot pastrami, I'm struck by the fact that I have no idea what wines pair well with it. For that matter, what wine pairs with most deli meats (corned beef, beef tongue, chopped liver, etc.). I know all about how beers match up. I even know how to pair cured meats like salami with wine. With the other deli meats however, I am lost when it comes to wine pairing. Anybody out there have some tried and true recommendations.

8/17/103:27 PM

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billhikeMember

New Zealand Sauv. Blanc, dry Rose or a less-sweet Riesling would be my choices. I think you need acidity to cut through the salt.

Bill

jorgerunfastMember

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Originally posted by billhike:
New Zealand Sauv. Blanc, dry Rose or a less-sweet Riesling would be my choices. I think you need acidity to cut through the salt.

Bill

+1

Nice acidic whites seem right on par. With that being said, I'd probably stick to a beer regardless.

stevedunnMember

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jorgerunfast

I am in complete agreement with Jorge. Maybe a Sancere. Must be 45-50 degrees

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