Strong flavours and perfect wine accompaniment This typical Apulian dish combines the savoury spiciness of salsiccia with an aromatic tomato ragout and the characteristic orecchiette pasta, which absorbs the sauce perfectly. The dish brings a nice balance of savoury, fruity and slightly spicy notes, making it ideal for pairing with a strong red wine. The […]
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Australia, Carménère, Chile, Food and Wine, France, Meat, Pig, Shiraz, Syrah, Wine and food, Wine pairing, Zinfandel
Chilean bean stew (porotos granados) with chorizo
12
Mar
Mar
Hearty bean stew with spicy chorizo – the perfect wine pairing Porotos Granados is a traditional Chilean bean stew that provides cosy warmth, especially in the autumn and winter months. It combines creamy white beans, spicy chorizo, fresh corn kernels and aromatic tomatoes to create a savoury, slightly spicy dish with Mediterranean and South American […]
Carménère, Chile, France, Grenache, Italy, Nero d'Avola, Spain, Vegetables, Vegetarian, Wine and food, Wine pairing
Baked aubergines with tomato ragout and Manchego
12
Mar
Mar
Aromatic aubergines with spicy tomato ragout – the perfect wine pairing This dish combines the savoury richness of baked aubergines with an intensely spicy tomato ragout and the nutty saltiness of Manchego. A combination of Mediterranean lightness and deep umami flavours. But which wine goes best with this aromatic dish? Carménère from Chile is the […]
Argentina, Argentina, Beef, Carménère, Chile, Malbec, Meat, Spain, Tempranillo
Empanadas with spicy beef filling and olives
12
Mar
Mar
Crispy dumplings with a savoury filling – the perfect wine pairing Empanadas are a culinary classic from South America, filled with succulent beef, aromatic spices and the special flavour of olives. The crispy coating and the spicy, slightly savoury filling make them a perfect treat – whether as a snack, starter or main course. But […]
Australia, BeefCabernet Sauvignon, Bordeaux, Carménère, Chile, Lamb, Meat, Merlot, Syrah, Wine and food, Wine pairing
Braised leg of lamb with rosemary and dark red wine sauce
12
Mar
Mar
Tender braised lamb with strong flavours and the perfect wine pairing This braised leg of lamb is a true classic of French and Mediterranean cuisine. Slowly braising the meat in the oven makes it tender as butter, while the flavours of red wine, rosemary, garlic and spices combine wonderfully. The dark red wine sauce gives […]
Argentina, Argentina, Beef, BeefCabernet Sauvignon, California, Carménère, Chile, Malbec, Meat, Wine and food, Wine pairing
Grilled ribeye steak with chimichurri and roasted peppers
12
Mar
Mar
A steak delight with the perfect wine accompaniment A juicy ribeye steak grilled to perfection, accompanied by aromatic chimichurri and sweet roasted peppers – this dish combines strong roasted flavours with fresh herbal spice and the fruity sweetness of the peppers. The combination requires a wine with depth, structure and well-integrated tannins. In this article, […]
Calf, Food and Wine, Grüner Veltliner, Meat, Pinot Grigio, Viognier, Wine and food, Wine pairing
Creamy veal goulash with napkin dumplings
10
Mar
Mar
A creamy feel-good dish with the perfect wine accompaniment Tender braised veal in a creamy, spicy sauce, served with fluffy napkin dumplings – this dish combines fine flavours and creamy textures. A wine with elegant acidity and fine flavour is the perfect accompaniment. Grüner Veltliner Reserve from Southern Styria (Austria) has exactly these characteristics. Find […]
Assyrtiko, Fish, Fish and seafood, Food and Wine, Grüner Veltliner, Muscadet, Wine and food, Wine pairing
Trout Müllerin with lemon butter & parsley potatoes
10
Mar
Mar
A classic fish dish with the perfect wine accompaniment Trout Müllerin is a true classic of light fish cuisine – crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside, refined with lemon butter and served with aromatic parsley potatoes. The delicate flavours of trout call for a wine that offers freshness, minerality and balanced […]
Autumn, Burgundy, Chardonnay, Grüner Veltliner, Meat, Poultry, Season, Vermentino, Wine and food, Wine pairing
Baked chicken with potato and lamb’s lettuce salad
10
Mar
Mar
An Austrian classic with the perfect wine accompaniment Crispy, golden-brown fried chicken meets a fresh potato and lamb’s lettuce salad – a traditional dish of Austrian cuisine. The combination of juicy chicken, crispy breading and the lightness of the salad calls for a wine that brings both freshness and flavour. Grüner Veltliner from the Kremstal […]
Grüner Veltliner, Pinot Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Vegetables, Vegetarian, Wine and food, Wine pairing
Asparagus with hollandaise sauce & new potatoes
09
Mar
Mar
A spring classic with the perfect wine accompaniment Tender, fresh asparagus, accompanied by creamy hollandaise sauce and new potatoes – a classic of spring cuisine! The buttery sauce and the delicate flavours of the asparagus call for a wine with freshness, elegance and a fine acidity. Grüner Veltliner from the Kamptal (Austria) is the ideal […]
