Dark chocolate has a strong bitterness to it that can greatly affect how it pairs with red wine. Here's the rule you ...

And again, a slight chill will help the pairing shine and prevent the wine’s alcohol (which will be quite high in the case of fortified wines) from sticking out. I like chocolate with a sprinkle of ...

If you want to do a dry red wine with chocolate, go for a wine that is low in tannins and heavy on fruity flavors. Zinfandel always is our pick in that case, and this choice from Hobo Wine Co. is ...

try this Red Wine Hot Chocolate recipe from The Kitchn. The reviews are admittedly kind of mixed, specifically in regards to a sometimes-grainy texture. However, some swear by the flavor combination.