Mediterranean flavours meet Sicilian red wine – a harmonious combination Tender, grilled aubergine slices envelop a creamy ricotta filling with fresh herbs and are served in an aromatic tomato sauce. This dish combines the flavours of the Mediterranean in a light yet tasty ensemble. Ideal wine accompaniment: Nero d’Avola (Italy, Sicilia DOC) The Nero d’Avola, […]
Category Archives: Red grape varieties
Red grape varieties – power, elegance & diversity in a glass 🍇🍷
The world of red grape varieties is as diverse as the regions from which they originate. From light and fruity to powerful and tannic, red wines offer a wide range of flavours and countless possible combinations with food. Whether an elegant Pinot Noir, a spicy Syrah, a fruity Zweigelt or a powerful Cabernet Sauvignon – each grape variety has its own character and style.
Red wines are grown all over the world and develop their flavour differently depending on the climate, soil conditions and method of ageing. While cooler regions such as Burgundy or Germany produce delicate, acidic wines with elegant fruit, warmer regions such as Tuscany, California or Argentina produce dense, opulent wines with ripe fruit and spicy notes.
Whether as the perfect accompaniment to meat, game and cheese, as a full-bodied red wine for cosy evenings or as a mature speciality for special occasions – red grape varieties fascinate with depth, structure and a unique taste experience. Discover the best red grape varieties and their ideal food pairings! 🍷🔥
Apulia, Argentina, Argentina, Australia, Barossa Valley, BBQ, California, CĂ´tes du RhĂ´ne, France, Grenache, Italy, Malbec, Meat, Pig, Primitivo, Red grape varieties, Rioja, Shiraz, Spain, Tempranillo, Types of food, USA, Wine countries, Wine regions, Zinfandel
BBQ pulled pork burger with coleslaw and homemade sauce
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Apr
Apr
Juicy, flavoursome and irresistible – a BBQ classic with the perfect wine accompaniment Tender, slow-cooked pulled pork, served on a fluffy burger bun, topped with creamy coleslaw and a smoky, homemade BBQ sauce – this recipe combines the best flavours of American barbecue. The combination of sweet, spicy and smoky makes this burger a real […]
Apulia, Argentina, Argentina, Australia, Barossa Valley, BBQ, BeefCabernet Sauvignon, California, Italy, Malbec, Meat, Napa Valley, Pig, Primitivo, Red grape varieties, Rioja, Shiraz, Spain, Tempranillo, Types of food, USA, Wine countries, Wine regions, Zinfandel
Bacon explosion from the smoker with smoky BBQ glaze
24
Apr
Apr
The ultimate BBQ classic for meat lovers The Bacon Explosion is a real highlight for every barbecue fan: juicy sausage filling, wrapped in an artfully woven bacon net, finished with a smoky BBQ glaze. Slow-cooked in the smoker, this dish develops an incomparable flavour and a tender texture – a must for every BBQ lover. […]
Austria, BBQ, Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo, France, Germany, Grenache, Italy, Languedoc, Lower Austria, Navarre, Palatinate, Pinot Noir, Provence, Red grape varieties, Rosé, Spain, Types of food, Vegetables, Vegetables, Pasta, Vegetarian, Vegetarian, Wine countries, Wine regions, Wine types, Zweigelt
Vegetable skewers with halloumi
23
Apr
Apr
Mediterranean barbecue flavours with spicy cheese and fresh vegetables These vegetarian barbecue skewers combine colourful vegetables with hearty halloumi cheese. Marinated in an aromatic herb and oil mixture and grilled to perfection, they offer a light yet filling summer dish. Served with a rosĂ© wine from Provence, the result is a harmonious flavour experience. Ideal […]
Argentina, Argentina, Australia, Barossa Valley, BBQ, BeefCabernet Sauvignon, California, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Chile, France, Grenache, Maipo Valley, Malbec, Meat, Pig, Red grape varieties, Rhône, Rioja, Shiraz, Sonoma, Spain, Tempranillo, Types of food, USA, Wine countries, Wine regions, Zinfandel
BBQ spare ribs with smoky BBQ sauce
23
Apr
Apr
Tender meat, intense roasted flavours and a hint of smoke – a BBQ classic These spare ribs are slow-cooked, glazed with a homemade smoky BBQ sauce and develop an incomparable flavour. Perfect for barbecue evenings and a real flavour experience when combined with a strong Zinfandel. Ideal wine accompaniment: Zinfandel Zinfandel, especially from California, brings […]
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Flank steak with coffee rub
23
Apr
Apr
Intense BBQ enjoyment meets spicy coffee flavours This recipe combines tender flank steak with an aromatic coffee rub, which gives the meat a unique flavour. Grilled to perfection and served with a strong Syrah or Shiraz, the result is a harmonious interplay of roasted flavours and spicy nuances. Ideal wine pairing: Syrah or Shiraz Syrah, […]
Alsace, Austria, Bardolino, Beaujolais, Côtes du Rhône, France, Gamay, Germany, Italy, Lower Austria, Pinot Noir, Red grape varieties, Rosé, Season, Spring, Trollinger, Types of food, Vegetables, Vegetables, Pasta, Vegetarian, Veneto, Wine countries, Wine regions, Wine types, Württemberg, Zweigelt
Stuffed peppers with couscous, feta & lemon
16
Apr
Apr
Mediterranean flavour with summery lightness This recipe combines Mediterranean flavours to create a fresh, summery dish: peppers are stuffed with spicy couscous, creamy feta, fresh lemon and fresh herbs and cooked in the oven. Light, flavourful and filling – perfect for a relaxed dinner or a light lunch dish. Ideal wine pairing: Pinot Noir AOC […]
Austria, Beaujolais, Blaufränkisch, Burgenland, Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo, Cerasuolo di Vittoria, France, Gamay, Italy, Montalcino, Pasta, Pasta and cereal dishes, Red grape varieties, Sangiovese, Schiava/Vernatsch, Season, Sicily, South Tyrol, Spring, Tuscany, Types of food, Vegetables, Pasta, Vegetarian, Wine countries, Wine regions
Pasta with salsiccia, fennel & fresh mint
16
Apr
Apr
Fresh flavour meets Mediterranean elegance An uncomplicated but aromatically deep pasta dish for spring and summer: salsiccia adds savoury depth, fennel provides sweet and spicy freshness and mint adds a surprising twist. Together with pasta cooked al dente, this dish is the perfect stage for a Sicilian red wine with freshness and structure. Brief summary […]
Abruzzo, Alsace, Austria, Beaujolais, Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo, France, Gamay, Germany, Italy, Lower Austria, Pinot Noir, Red grape varieties, Salad, Schiava/Vernatsch, Season, South Tyrol, Spring, Trollinger, Types of food, Vegetables, Vegetables, Pasta, Vegetarian, Wine countries, Wine regions, WĂĽrttemberg, Zweigelt
Lentil salad with goat’s cheese, strawberries & rocket
16
Apr
Apr
Fresh, fruity and spicy: a light, summery salad with a sophisticated interplay of flavours A lentil salad with strawberries, creamy goat’s cheese and savoury rocket brings a springtime lightness to the plate. The combination of fruity sweetness, subtle acidity and mild creaminess harmonises perfectly with the nutty flavour of the lentils. Rounded off with a […]
Austria, Bathing, Beaujolais, Burgundy, Carnuntum, France, Friuli, Gamay, Germany, Italy, Meat, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Poultry, Red grape varieties, Rioja, Season, Spain, Summer, Tempranillo, Types of food, Wine countries, Wine regions, Zweigelt
Grilled duck breast with cherry salad & pink pepper
16
Apr
Apr
Fruity elegance meets tender duck meat – a summery highlight This dish combines the savoury flavour of grilled duck breast with the fruity freshness of a cherry salad, enhanced by the subtle spiciness of pink pepper. A harmonious combination that is perfectly rounded off with a matching wine. The ideal wine accompaniment: Zweigelt Klassik DAC […]
