Perfect BBQ Pairings from Classique Wines & Spirits
🍔🔥 The Curator Red Blend
Varietals: Red Blend (Shiraz, Mourvèdre, Cinsault)
Sustainable, vegan, affordable, expressive, and easy to pour all day long. It’s a bottle that feels like summer—warm and unpretentious.
🍷🏆 Peirano Estate Wines
The history of Peirano Estate Vineyards is a tale deeply rooted in Lodi history and the importance is felt by every member of the Peirano family. Legend has it that Lodi was named after Giacomo’s famous racer horse he brought from Lodi, Italy. Over the years, the vineyards have grown to not only include the same naturally rooted, head trained Old Vine Zinfandel imported to the United States by Lance’s great grandfather, but Cabernet Sauvignon, Viognier, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Tempranillo, Petite Sirah, Syrah and Malbec as well.
Every Peirano wine achieves 90+ scores and Best Buy honors across all 14 currently released wines!!
🏗️🍷 Architect Cabernet Sauvignon
Structured yet smooth, Architect is bold enough for brisket but polished enough for ribeye. With layered flavors of blackberry, mocha, and toasty oak, this is your wine for turning backyard burgers into gourmet greatness.
It brings sophistication to the party without stealing the spotlight. A standout red that’s easy to love.
🍇Broadbent North Coast Cabernet Sauvignon
From one of the most respected names in the industry, Broadbent’s North Coast Cabernet delivers dark fruit, refined tannins, and classic California Cab character—all at an incredible value. This one’s made for those who like their grill marks deep and their wine bold.
It’s patriotic sipping with premium taste. Great with grilled steaks, bacon cheeseburgers, and sharp cheddar platters.
🥃🌇Maison Rouge VS Cognac
Why We Love It (Memorial Day BBQ Edition):
Maison Rouge VS is the perfect warm-weather pour to kick off your Memorial Day BBQ. Its amber hue glows like a summer sunset, setting the tone for an evening of great food and even better company. The floral aromas and fruity burst make it ideal for sipping neat or mixed into a refreshing cognac lemonade. Notes of lemon, vanilla, and a hint of cinnamon give it a light yet spiced edge—perfect alongside grilled peaches or smoked ribs. With a soft pear and cinnamon finish, it pairs just as easily with laughter around the firepit as it does with your second helping of BBQ chicken.
🥃🍹Maison Rouge VSOP Cognac
Maison Rouge VSOP brings a touch of elegance to your Memorial Day festivities without being too formal. Its rich amber-mahogany color matches the golden hour glow as the grill heats up. This cognac’s deeper, smoother profile—with notes of blueberry jam, toasted bread, vanilla, and spice—makes it an ideal companion to heartier fare like grilled brisket or smoked sausages. Sip it neat as the sun sets, or stir it into a classic Sidecar for a cocktail that complements everything from charred corn to peach cobbler. The warm finish with nutmeg and prune is the perfect toast to summer memories in the making.
🍗 Cognac-Glazed BBQ Chicken Wings (with Maison Rouge VS)
This dish plays perfectly with the light lemon and cinnamon notes of the Maison Rouge VS—and it’s guaranteed to impress your guests!
Ingredients:
For the Wings:
- 2 lbs chicken wings (drumettes and flats)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 tsp smoked paprika for extra flavor
For the Glaze:
- 1/2 cup Maison Rouge VS Cognac
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (to complement the cognac’s spice notes)
Instructions:
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (or oven to 400°F if baking).
- Season wings with olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika (if using).
- Grill or bake wings for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crisp and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, make the glaze:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add Maison Rouge VS, ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire, mustard, cinnamon, and cayenne (if using).
- Simmer for 10–15 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally.
- Toss cooked wings in the glaze or brush it on during the final 5 minutes of grilling for a sticky, smoky finish.
- Serve hot with extra glaze on the side and a chilled cognac cocktail or lemonade.
