From light-bodied Chiantis to bold-bodied Syrahs, the well of delicious wines is never empty. What’s the best red wine? Experts, sommeliers, critics and laypersons disagree for days. When even the weather affects what people would argue is a winning wine, ultimately, the best red wine is one you like, regardless of what others say.

As a rule, red wines pair best with red meat. When it comes to pairing wines with foods though, here are a few easy tips to help you pick the best red wine for your dinner:

You may have heard that you should pair red wine with steak or white wine with fish, but there’s so much more to know! Not all red wines are created equal - consider this article your beginner’s guide to red wine. You may want to bookmark or pin this page so you can have it on hand the next time you’re trying to figure out how to pick the best red wine for dinner.