Fruity sweetness meets subtle acidity – a perfect dessert for spring This strawberry and rhubarb tart with vanilla cream combines the sweet and tart flavours of strawberries and rhubarb with a creamy vanilla filling and crispy shortcrust pastry. The harmonious balance of fruitiness, light acidity and creamy texture makes this tart an irresistible spring dessert. […]
Category Archives: Italy
Albariño, Austria, Chardonnay, Cheese, Fiano, France, Italy, Sauvignon Blanc, Season, Spain, Summer
Lemon ricotta pasta with herbs
17
Mar
Mar
A light, creamy pasta dish with a fresh citrus flavour This lemon and ricotta pasta is a true spring and summer dish – light, refreshing and full of flavour. The combination of creamy ricotta, fresh lemon and aromatic herbs makes this dish particularly harmonious. The subtle acidity of the lemon brings a pleasant freshness, while […]
Albariño, Austria, Chenin Blanc, France, Germany, Grüner Veltliner, Italy, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Season, Summer, Vegetables, Vegetables, Pasta, Vegetarian, Vermentino, Wine and food, Wine pairing
Green asparagus salad with goat’s cheese and strawberries
17
Mar
Mar
Fresh, fruity and flavourful – a spring salad with a special sophistication Green asparagus adds a subtle, slightly bitter note that harmonises perfectly with the sweet fruitiness of the strawberries and the creaminess of the goat’s cheese. Rounded off with roasted walnuts and a slightly sweet dressing, the result is a flavourful, balanced salad that […]
Chenin Blanc, Dessert, France, Germany, Italy, Muscatel, Riesling, Riesling, Tart, Wine and food, Wine pairing
Rhubarb tart with vanilla cream & almonds
15
Mar
Mar
Spring tart with perfect wine pairing This rhubarb tart with vanilla cream and almonds is a real spring classic. The crispy tart base forms the perfect foundation for the subtly tart freshness of the rhubarb, while the creamy vanilla filling provides a pleasant sweetness. Almonds bring a light nuttiness and additional texture into play. But […]
Food and Wine, France, Italy, Lugana, Pasta and cereal dishes, Sauvignon Blanc, Vegetables, Pasta, Vegetarian, Vermentino, Wine and food, Wine pairing
Pasta Primavera with green vegetables & ricotta
15
Mar
Mar
Springtime lightness with perfect wine pairing This pasta primavera is a tribute to spring, full of fresh flavours and light textures. Crisp green asparagus, sweet peas and tender mangetout combine with creamy ricotta to create an aromatic yet light pasta dish. The combination of subtle sweetness, crunchy bite and creaminess calls for a fresh, elegant […]
Fish, Fish and seafood, Italy, Loire, Lugana, Sauvignon Blanc, Vermentino, Wine and food, Wine pairing
Baked sea bream with Mediterranean vegetables and olive oil
13
Mar
Mar
A Mediterranean delight with perfect wine pairing Sea bream, also known as gilthead bream, is an aromatic, finely-flavoured fish that is perfect for cooking in the oven. Accompanied by Mediterranean vegetables such as courgettes, tomatoes and peppers, as well as high-quality olive oil, it develops its full flavour. Gentle cooking in the oven keeps the […]
Albariño, Italy, Lugana, Mussels, Pasta and cereal dishes, Seafood, Vermentino
Linguine alle Vongole with garlic and parsley
13
Mar
Mar
Mediterranean flavours with perfect wine pairing Linguine alle Vongole is a classic Italian pasta dish that combines the fresh sea breeze and salty flavour of clams with subtle notes of herbs and garlic. The light but aromatic white wine sauce creates a harmonious flavour that is perfectly complemented by an elegant, mineral wine. A fresh […]
Calf, Cortese, Food and Wine, Gavi di Gavi, Italy, Lugana, Meat, Pinot Grigio
Vitello Tonnato – Veal with tuna sauce
13
Mar
Mar
An Italian classic with the perfect wine accompaniment Vitello tonnato is an elegant dish from Italian cuisine served cold, in which tenderly cooked veal is served with a creamy, flavoursome tuna sauce. The fine combination of mild meat and the slightly salty, umami-rich sauce results in a multi-layered flavour. But which wine goes best with […]
Cortese, Gavi di Gavi, Italy, Lugana, Pasta and cereal dishes, Rice dishes, Risotto, Soave, Vegetables, Pasta, Vegetarian
Lemon Risotto mit Parmesan Cheese
13
Mar
Mar
A creamy risotto with a fresh citrus flavour – the perfect wine pairing Risotto al Limone is a light, aromatic dish that creates a wonderful harmony between creaminess and lightness with its creamy texture and fresh citrus flavour. The delicately flavoured Parmigiano Reggiano adds depth to the dish, while the lemon provides a refreshing balance. […]
Chardonnay, Fish, Fish and seafood, Italy, Lugana, Verdicchio, Wine and food, Wine pairing
Pike-perch fillet with lemon-butter sauce and sautéed spinach
13
Mar
Mar
Delicately flavoured fish with perfect wine accompaniment Pikeperch is a noble freshwater fish with firm, tender meat and a fine, slightly nutty flavour. The combination with a fresh lemon and butter sauce brings out its delicate flavours, while the sautéed spinach adds a pleasant, slightly earthy note. But which wine goes best with it? An […]
