About Wine With BBQ

Welcome to Wine With BBQ—where smoked meat meets good wine.

I’ve been a wine lover for over 20 years. But a few years ago, I found a new passion: barbecue. Low and slow. Smoke rings and spice rubs. Brisket, ribs, pork shoulder—you name it, I wanted to learn how to make it.

As I got more into smoking meat, I started wondering: can wine actually go with barbecue?

The answer? Yes. In fact, the right wine can take your barbecue meal to a whole new level.

That’s how Wine With BBQ began. This blog is where I explore how to pair wine with barbecue in a way that’s simple, flavorful, and fun. Whether you’re sipping Cabernet with brisket or trying a chilled red with pulled pork, I’m here to share real-world wine pairing tips for everyday backyard cooks.

More importantly, I’m here to show you why wine is a perfect pairing with our favorite style of cuisine. If you thought BBQ was a beer food, brother… hold my beer. No. Scratch that. Hold your own beer. NO! Put DOWN the beer and pick up a glass of wine, and let’s discover the awesomeness that is wine with BBQ.

You don’t need to be a sommelier or a pitmaster to get more out of your meal. If you enjoy BBQ and love a good glass of wine, you’re in the right place.

On this blog, you’ll find:

• Wine pairing tips for smoked meats
• Guides on how to pair wine with BBQ dishes
• Tasting notes and pairing experiments
• Real food, real wine, and honest recommendations

I believe great food deserves great wine—no matter what’s on the grill.

Want to start pairing wine with your favorite BBQ dishes?
Download my free guide: Smoke & Sip: A Guide to Barbecue and Wine Pairing

You can get it by clicking the button below.