Herb or Spice
Thyme
About This Entry
Dried thyme adds earthy pine-herb depth to roasts, stews, and Provençal dishes — its savory note pairs with Syrah, Bandol, and structured Rhône reds.
Wine Pairing Explanation
Primary wine styles
Alternative wine styles
Why These Wines Work
Syrah Shiraz — Dried thyme earthy pine-herb suits Syrah in Provençal and roast accent.
Grenache — Thyme in Provençal roast also pairs with Grenache in Rhône herb service.
Herbal — Thyme pine-herb aligns with herbal Syrah and Mediterranean red notes.
Common Culinary Uses
- lamb leg
- onion
- porcini
- rosemary
- sage
At a Glance
Group
Dried Herbs
Classification
Herbs & Spices
Usage intensity
accent
Scientific name
Thymus vulgaris
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Thyme
- Classification
- Herbs & Spices
- Group
- Dried Herbs
- Scientific name
- Thymus vulgaris
Taxonomy
- Usage intensity
- accent