Cheers: Balancing Act

October is one of our region’s most satisfying culinary months, thanks to a rich supply of fall produce, the merciful onset of cool temperatures, and an energetic cooking style defined by grills, crowds and flavor. Several reds with vast pairing possibilities are available at this time of year. “These are great food wines,” says Bill Hounshell of Matherne’s Supermarket, “and they do particularly well with our cuisine.” Neither too fruity nor too tannic, they meet a range of seasonal foods, from smoked brisket and Boston butt to sensuous, Mediterranean braises. Click here to find out more about these delicious seasonal wines.