Light, Mediterranean and wonderfully aromatic Wine with food doesn’t have to be complicated. This summery recipe brings the lightness of Mediterranean cuisine to the plate: grilled eggplant slices are filled with a spicy ricotta mint cream and served as rolls. Perfect for balmy evenings on the terrace, as a refined appetizer or light main course. […]
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Eggplant rolls filled with ricotta & lemon
Mediterranean lightness with creamy filling Wine to go with your meal can be so light, so fresh, and so uncomplicated – just like this summer recipe. The aubergine rolls with ricotta and lemon combine grilled vegetable aromas with creamy filling, a fine citrus note and Mediterranean herbs. Whether as a refined appetizer, light main course […]
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Grilled aubergine rolls with ricotta & basil
Light summer antipasti with a fresh herb kick Thin slices of aubergine are grilled, filled with creamy ricotta and basil, rolled up and refined with olive oil and lemon – aromatic, fresh and elegant. Ideal wine accompaniment: Lambrusco Secco (Emilia-Romagna DOC, Italy) A dry Lambrusco is the ultimate surprise with this dish. The slightly sparkling […]
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Baked aubergines with tomato and herb couscous (vegan)
Mediterranean flavour meets vegan lightness This aromatic dish combines oven-baked aubergines with a fresh tomato and herb couscous. The harmonious combination of roasted vegetables and flavoursome couscous makes this vegan dish a highlight of Mediterranean cuisine. Served with a glass of Dolcetto d’Alba DOC from Piedmont, the flavour experience is perfectly rounded off. The ideal […]
Italian classic with perfect wine accompaniment Parmigiana di Melanzane is a traditional Italian dish that combines layered roasted aubergines, spicy tomato sauce and melted mozzarella. The combination of hearty roasted flavours, fruity sauce and creamy cheese makes this dish one of the most popular vegetarian specialities in Italian cuisine. But which wine goes best with […]
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 […]
A light spring dish with the perfect wine accompaniment This springtime aubergine lasagne with ricotta and parmesan combines creamy textures with Mediterranean flavours. The light sweetness of the aubergines, combined with a spicy tomato sauce and creamy ricotta, results in an elegant yet down-to-earth dish. A fresh, fruity Cabernet Sauvignon brings out the flavours of […]