order wine at resturant for multiple people

[AxisOfBeagles]

IMHO, Cab Franc is not going to pair with the fish all that well. While CF has some great spice and floral notes, it is still a robust red, and oft times is going to show some tannin that won't soften unless paired with a fattier red meat. Likewise Zin is going to overpower a tender white fleshed fish.

First, I'd try to avoid such a pairing problem by talking to my dinner guest about what they want to eat / drink - and changing my order if need be.

If that simply isn't possible, it might be better to suffer lesser wines by the glass.