Vegetable

Poblano Pepper

About This Entry

Poblano is a mild, earthy pepper for chiles rellenos and rajas — roasted depth pairs with Tempranillo, Zinfandel, and medium whites.

Wine Pairing Explanation

Primary wine styles

Alternative wine styles

Common Culinary Uses

Regional Context

MX

At a Glance

Group

Nightshades

Classification

Vegetables

Culinary role

fruit vegetable

Scientific name

Capsicum annuum

Scientific Classification

Display name
Poblano Pepper
Classification
Vegetables
Group
Nightshades
Scientific name
Capsicum annuum

Taxonomy

Culinary role
fruit vegetable
Plant part
fruit vegetable
Texture
succulent
Moisture class
medium
Flavor intensity
moderate
Seasonality
summer

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