Brotzeit classics from Franconia
Wine with food and snacks harmonize in a unique way – especially with the typical Franconian Bocksbeutel wine platter, which is served as a snack with sausage, ham and cheese. Wine and food come together here to bring enjoyment and tradition to the table. This classic vintner’s platter combines hearty sourdough bread, a selection of savory sausages and a variety of cheeses with fresh side dishes. The components are arranged on a genuine Bocksbeutel board for visual variety and a change of taste. Butter, gherkins, radishes and a sparkling Silvaner round off the arrangement and provide an ideal basis for a convivial evening. The Bocksbeutel wine platter is suitable for relaxed enjoyment at home as well as a highlight of a picnic and takes Franconian wine and food culture to a new level. The snack can be prepared for two people in a stress-free and uncomplicated way. Each ingredient is freshly cut and harmoniously arranged – preserving the original structure and atmosphere while the focus is on enjoyment.
Ideal wine accompaniment: Franconian Silvaner dry QbA (Franconia, Germany)
Silvaner dry (Franconia, Germany) goes perfectly with the Bocksbeutel winegrowers’ platter and adds a touch of regional identity to the combination. The fresh, clear character of the Silvaner underlines the variety of the platter, from spicy sausage and aromatic cheese to hearty sourdough bread. With its fine, mineral acidity structure, it balances the different textures and aromas without adding dominant notes. The mild, fruity nature of Franconian Silvaner harmonizes particularly well with the mild to spicy components, while the freshness of the wine pleasantly refreshes the fat content of the sausage and the salt content of the cheese. Silvaner in a Bocksbeutel is both the symbol and flavor companion of a typical Franconian snack arrangement, enhancing regional authenticity and bringing harmony between wine and food in every bite.
Further wine recommendations for this dish
Mosel Riesling QbA (Mosel, Germany)
A finely tart Riesling from the Mosel creates an exciting contrast to strong sausages and creamy cheeses thanks to its lively acidity. The mineral character and delicate peach notes round off the snack in an uncomplicated way. The complexity of the Mosel Riesling provides a refreshing balance between the salty and spicy components of the platter.
Grüner Veltliner Weinviertel DAC (Weinviertel, Austria)
This Austrian classic impresses with its fresh, peppery note, which offers an attractive balance, especially with hearty ham and spicy cheese. The pleasant acidity remains easily accessible even with hearty components and reflects the versatility of a snack.
Chablis AOC (Burgundy, France)
The mineral and taut character of a Chablis from Burgundy highlights the aromas of mild cheese and fresh butter. The citrus notes and elegant acidity structure are ideal with local breads and fresh radishes, while the creaminess of the wine rounds off the taste experience.
Chianti Classico DOCG (Tuscany, Italy)
Strong red wines such as Chianti Classico offer a surprising contrast to the Franconian vintner’s platter. With notes of cherry and spice, it complements spicy home-made sausage and strong cheeses in particular and adds Mediterranean flair to a snack.
DO Ribeiro (Ribeira, Spain)
A white wine from the Galician region of Ribeiro with floral and fruity components that are particularly convincing with mild sausages and cream quark as a side dish. Its lightness and freshness harmonize with hearty and slightly spicy snack elements and make the arrangement appear international and modern.
The recipe:
Bocksbeutel winemaker’s platter
Cooking utensils
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Bread knife
- 1 Cheese knife
- 1 Serving board (Bocksbeutel shape)
- 1 Small bowls
Ingredients
Bread and pastries
- 4 thick slices of fresh sourdough bread
- 2 small rye rolls
Sausage and ham
- 4 Slices of home-made boiled sausage
- 4 Slices of salami
- 2 Slices of Franconian ham
Cheese
- 4 Slices of spicy semi-hard cheese
- 2 Portions of cream cheese with herbs
Supplements
- 6 Radish
- 4 Gherkins
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 1 EL Mustard
Preparation
Preparation
- Freshly sliced bread and rolls
- Arrange the sausage and ham in portions
- Keep cheese and cream cheese chilled
Sideboards
- Arrange all the ingredients on the snack board in a visually appealing way
- Place side dishes in small bowls separately
- Use parsley or fresh herbs for decoration
Serve
- Provide clean knives and napkins
- Label ingredients if necessary
- Serve the platter immediately after plating
Recommended side dishes
- Potato salad
- Horseradish sour cream
- Franconian sour vegetables
