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Prime Rib

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Slow roasted beef rib

Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon's bold tannins complement the rich, fatty prime rib.

Barolo

Barolo's strong structure and acidity balance the meat's richness.

Merlot

Merlot offers a softer, fruit-forward profile that pairs well with beef.

Malbec

Malbec's dark fruit and spice enhance the flavors of prime rib.

Rocks Glass • Medium • 5 min

smoke/sweet/bitter — rich, smoky, caramel and bitter orange to cut fat

Score: 95

Coupe • Medium • 5 min

smoke/sweet/bitter — bold, vermouth and bitters complement beef's richness

Score: 94

Old Fashioned glass • Medium • 5 min

smoke/bitter/herbal — complex, bitter-herbal layers match roasted flavors

Score: 92

Rocks glass • Medium • 10 min

smoke/acid/sweet — bright acid and red wine float stands up to richness

Score: 90

Old Fashioned • Medium • 5 min

smoke/bitter/herbal — aromatic, absinthe lift and bitters brighten fatty meat

Score: 88

Old Fashioned glass • Medium • 5 min

smoke/sweet/acid — honey and lemon add balance to savory, fatty beef

Score: 85

Julep cup • Medium • 10 min

herbal/sweet — mint freshness and sugar cut through fattiness while complementing beef

Score: 80