Red wines for your barbecues

Summer is the perfect season to enjoy outdoor meals and good times around the fire. And what better way to enhance your grilled dishes than with a well-chosen red wine? At Avenue des Vins, we’ve selected the best red wines for your barbecues—fruity, warm, and approachable cuvées to pair beautifully with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or marinated skewers.

Why choose red wine for a barbecue?

Red wine is the natural partner of barbecue cooking. With its soft or structured tannins, red or black fruit aromas, and sometimes spicy notes, it pairs perfectly with the smoky flavors of grilled meats. Whether you're hosting a casual meal with friends or a big summer gathering, a well-matched red wine will enhance the grilled taste, meat texture, and flavors of your marinades.

Which red wines to serve with grilled dishes?

- AOC Côtes-du-Rhône or Languedoc: with ripe fruit, soft spices, and garrigue notes, ideal for lamb skewers, marinated pork chops, or merguez sausages.

- AOC Beaujolais-Villages or Gamay from the Loire: fresh and fruity, best enjoyed slightly chilled with grilled poultry, artisanal sausages, or vegetables.

- Malbec (AOC Cahors, Southwest France): perfect for grilled beef cuts or ribeye steaks, thanks to its generous tannins and long finish.

- Syrah or blends from Roussillon: with peppery and smoky notes, Syrah is ideal for BBQ pork ribs or marinated spare ribs.

Best red wine and barbecue food pairings

- Lamb chops: full-bodied red from Languedoc, such as AOC Minervois or AOC Faugères

- Chipolatas and merguez: light red wine from Beaujolais made from Gamay

- Beef skewers with herbs: structured, powerful Bordeaux from the Médoc

- Grilled vegetables (peppers, zucchini, eggplant, mushrooms): a light Pinot Noir or fruity Gamay

At Avenue des Vins, we highlight delicious, convivial red wines that are perfect for your summer meals. Order now and receive your bottles directly from the estate or château of your choice—for a barbecue full of pleasure!