February 11, 2026
INGREDIENTS
2 lbs beef chuck, cubed
Salt and pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
4 slices bacon, chopped
1 onion, diced
2 carrots, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 cups red wine
2 cups beef broth
1 bay leaf
1 tsp fresh thyme
1 cup mushrooms
½ cup pearl onions
Slow Cooking, French Style
Boeuf Bourguignon is the definition of patience paying off. Tender beef, red wine, and vegetables come together over time to create something deeply satisfying. This is the kind of dish that fills the kitchen with aroma and invites everyone to linger a little longer.
Cabernet Meets Braised Beef
With its bold tannins and dark fruit profile, Elevate Cabernet Sauvignon stands up beautifully to this rich stew. The wine mirrors the depth of the sauce while adding structure and length to every bite.
Behind the Scenes at Spicy Vines
Doug often says that dishes like this are built for Cabernet—slow, intentional, and layered. For Crystalyn, it’s a release-party favorite: hearty, comforting, and perfect for sharing.
Boeuf Bourguignon
Directions
1. Season beef with salt and pepper.
2. Cook bacon in a Dutch oven until crisp; remove.
3. Brown beef in bacon fat; remove.
4. Sauté onion and carrots, add garlic and tomato paste.
5. Return beef and bacon, add wine, broth, bay leaf, and thyme.
6. Simmer on low for 2–3 hours until tender.
7. Add mushrooms and pearl onions; cook 20 minutes more.
Final Pour
This is a dish meant to be shared. Pour a glass of Elevate Cabernet Sauvignon and enjoy the rewards of slowing down.
