Best Wine Pairings for Roast Pork Tenderloin

In general, medium-bodied reds like Pinot Noir and Merlot or full-bodied whites like Chardonnay and Viognier complement its delicate texture and flavor beautifully.

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Herb-Crusted Roast Pork Tenderloin: Pinot Noir & Sauvignon Blanc


A roast pork tenderloin seasoned with herbs like rosemary, thyme, and garlic pairs wonderfully with Pinot Noir. This light to medium-bodied red has bright red fruit flavors and earthy notes that enhance the dish's herbal seasoning. If you prefer white wine, Sauvignon Blanc offers crisp acidity and green herbal undertones that complement the fresh herbs in the dish.

Roast Pork Tenderloin with Apple Glaze: Riesling & Grenache


If your pork tenderloin is served with a sweet apple or fruit-based glaze, a slightly off-dry Riesling provides the perfect balance of acidity and fruitiness to complement the natural sweetness of the dish. For a red wine option, Grenache offers bright berry flavors and soft tannins that won't overpower the pork or its glaze.

Garlic and Mustard Roast Pork Tenderloin: Chardonnay & Beaujolais


For a pork tenderloin prepared with a Dijon mustard or garlic sauce, an oaked Chardonnay pairs well due to its rich texture and hints of spice. If you prefer red wine, Beaujolais, a light-bodied, fruit-forward red, complements the dish without overpowering the flavors.

Smoky or Spice-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin: Syrah & Gewürztraminer


If your roast pork tenderloin has a smoky or spice-heavy rub, Syrah (Shiraz) is an excellent red wine pairing, offering dark fruit, pepper, and smoky notes that match the seasoning. A white wine alternative is Gewürztraminer, which provides floral and slightly sweet notes to balance out the spice.

Roast Pork Tenderloin with Mushroom Sauce: Merlot & Viognier


A creamy mushroom sauce calls for a medium-bodied red like Merlot, which has soft tannins and dark fruit flavors that pair beautifully with earthy mushrooms. If you prefer white, Viognier is a great choice because of its rich body and stone fruit flavors, which complement the creamy texture of the sauce.

Tips for pairing wine with roast pork tenderloin

  • Consider the seasoning and sauce – Herbal and citrusy flavors go well with bright, acidic whites, while richer sauces pair with full-bodied whites or medium reds.
  • Match the wine's weight to the dish – Lighter preparations do well with Pinot Noir or Sauvignon Blanc, while richer, saucy versions pair with Merlot or Chardonnay.
  • Balance sweetness and spice – Sweet glazes call for slightly off-dry wines, while spice-heavy rubs work well with bold reds or aromatic whites.

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Best white wines to pair with roast pork tenderloin:


Best red wines to pair with roast pork tenderloin:


Pinot Noir

Sunny With A Chance Of Flowers

2022, Pinot Noir, California

Pinot Noir

F. Stephen Millier

Pinot Noir, Lodi

Pinot Noir

Fresh Vine

Pinot Noir, California

Zinfandel

Big Smooth

2015, Zinfandel, Lodi

Tempranillo, Grenache Noir, Carignan

Bodegas Beronia

2009, Tempranillo, Grenache Noir, Carignan, Rioja

Pinot Noir

Carmel Road

2015, Pinot Noir, Monterey County

Merlot

Clos Du Bois

2013, Merlot, California

Pinot Noir

Irony

2010, Pinot Noir, Monterey

Pinot Noir

Elk Cove Vineyards

Pinot Noir, Chehalem Mountains

Pinot Noir

Mark West

2013, Pinot Noir, Central Coast

Pinot Noir

Dierberg

2014, Pinot Noir, Sta. Rita Hills

Pinot Noir

Black Oak

2011, Pinot Noir, Puglia

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