Marinated Skirt Steak pairing help needed

[wondersofwine]

Sounds delish! It would take a hearty red--I would favor something like an old vines zinfandel, a cabernet sauvignon (maybe one of those WW has recommended on the cabernet thread if you can find one under $40 a bottle) or a shiraz (Kay Brothers "Hillside" or Parson's Flat shiraz/cabernet sauvignon for example). I wouldn't go for the most expensive cabernet sauvignon like Cakebread or Robert Mondavi c.s. reserve or Ridge Geyserville or Lytton Springs zinfandel because the flavorings of the meat might not allow the highest level wines to strut their stuff. They might show off more against a simple filet mignon or strip steak without a lot of seasonings. (Others may disagree). A regular Napa Valley Robert Mondavi cabernet sauvignon might be a good choice or something else from the Oakville/Rutherford areas of Napa Valley. If you prefer Rhone wines, that's another option, but I tend to save them for the roast lamb or other foods I associate with Mediterranean cuisine.