Chipotle Cheddar Dip & Garnacha

A creamy, slightly spicy chip dip with an unexpectedly delicious wine pairing.

We’re back with more Wine & Dip, and HOLY CHIPOTLE this one is good. Easy, creamy, smokey, slightly spicy chipotle cheddar chip dip paired with a lightly chilled, bold, and juicy Spanish Garnacha.

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This specific wine has 15% ABV, which is HIGH. And while I usually steer clear of high alcohol wines with spicier foods, sometimes it’s fun to break the rules! By chilling the wine, the juicy freshness is amplified and the alcohol is slightly tempered, which makes it work surprisingly well with the higher alcohol content. That being that, the higher alcohol still gives this wine a gorgeous rich mouthfeel which matches the rich and creamy texture of the dip!

To bring it home, the smoky chipotle flavour also matches the wine’s tasteful smokey oak flavours, and the fat from the sour cream and cheddar helps to soften those wines tannins for a smooth and beautiful finish.

My Wine Recommendation

Bodegas Borsao Tres Picos Garnacha

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Chipotle Cheddar Dip