It’s not all grilled ribeye or other fire-kissed meats when pairing red wines, yet this grilled cheese sandwich is not a lightweight. This rich, gooey, and upscale version of an American classic is for food lovers with cheese at the top of their food pyramid.
The combination of cheese and caramelized onions would pair well with many reds, but we’ve chosen the 2008 Falling Rain Cloudburst, a library wine that combines Cabernet Franc, Syrah, and more. Still spry with acid and tannin, the flavors of black cherry, fig, and dried herbs will cut the richness of the cheese and complement the umami characters of the caramelized onions.