Sauce & Condiment

Béarnaise

About This Entry

Béarnaise, a tarragon-and-shallot variation on hollandaise, brings a bright, herbal edge to grilled steak that plain butter sauces lack — that richness pairs with buttery Chardonnay.

Wine Pairing Explanation

Primary wine styles

Common Culinary Uses

At a Glance

Group

Mother Sauces

Classification

Sauces & Condiments

Usage intensity

accent

Scientific name

Multiple sources

Scientific Classification

Display name
Béarnaise
Classification
Sauces & Condiments
Group
Mother Sauces
Scientific name
Multiple sources

Taxonomy

Usage intensity
accent

Pairing guidance is based on general culinary principles and may vary by preparation and preference.