Wine Pairings for Burgers

Intense burgers like these benefit from a wine with enough tannins to cut through the richness. Pour a robust Cabernet from Washington state.

Instead of making a simple burger, chef and cookbook author Suvir Saran mixes ground beef chuck with bacon, scallions, mint and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese for stellar flavor. Pair with a juicy, concentrated Malbec.

Pour a lively, herb-scented red Côtes du Rhône with these brightly flavored lamb burgers

Chef Matteo Gambi gives the quintessential American burger Tuscan flourishes, like caramelized onions, sage, melting Pecorino and a square of focaccia in place of a bun. Pair with an earthy Chianti Classico.

Fresh, malty amber ale is a good match for these hearty burgers.

A rich, vibrant Chardonnay is perfect with these spicy burgers.

Lively, strawberry-inflected Beaujolais is perfect with these flavorful tuna burgers.

These intense burgers topped with crispy bacon and creamy brie are fantastic with juicy, spicy Australian Shiraz.

This meaty sandwich should be paired with a fresh, full-flavored red, perhaps one made from the versatile, food-friendly Barbera grape. Several are imported from Italy's Piedmont region.

This veggie-packed burger is made with chickpeas, artichokes, olives, asparagus and quinoa, then topped with melted cheese and marinated mushrooms. Pair it with a bright, cherry-scented red.

Pair these triple-stacked burgers with a robustly juicy, full-bodied rosé.