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It was a bit of a trick question. What wine you pair with a hotdogdepends on what condiments you choose to top it with, said Peturson-Laprise.
This was back between 2002 and 2003 when she was studying for her International Sommelier Guild diploma in Banff and Calgary, but the red hot wringer has stuck with her over the years.
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Ketchup
Choose a red, but not one too full-bodied, because the sweetness of the ketchup does not match well with the earthy nature of full-bodied red wines.
Peturson-Laprise suggested a fruity Cabernet Merlot blend. A white blend would also work, she said, as long as it has intense flavours.
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Mustard
Mustard fans might do for a history lesson, Peturson-Laprise said.
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Since Dijon is the capital of the Burgundy region in France, look for grapes that are famous in Burgundy.
For fans of white, she suggested a wine that has mineral, earthy tones, like an unoaked Chardonnay. For fans of red, she suggested a wine with astringent elements, like a Pinot Noir.
Pickled things
If you prefer pickled things like relish or sauerkraut on your dog, it香蕉视频直播檚 best to match the acidity of those condiments with something tangy in the glass and a bit of fruit to round it all out.
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Grilled onions
If savoury flavours like grilled onions are your go-to, Peturson-Laprise suggested Chardonny or Cabernet Franc.
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Chili and cheese
Cheese dogs work well with the same wines that work with grilled onions, Peturson-Laprise said, but choose a fuller-bodied red if the cheese is a strong flavoured variety. And for a chili dog, she said a red Meritage would work well with the meat sauce.
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