Rustic Syrah-pairing menu for 8 By Christine Picheca, Online Food Editor
Recipes by The Canadian Living Test Kitchen

Look for Château de Gourgazaud, Minervois 2005, from Languedoc, France. The combination of rich game meats is a perfect match to this rustic red wine.

Syrah is an aromatic, spicy and restrained wine that pairs well with game meats like venison, lamb and stews.

Use the Syrah in the venison roast to have a really special wine pairing experience. Serve slices of venison over polenta petals drizzled with pearl onions and wine sauce with a side of seasonal Brussels sprouts.

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