Category Archives: Pig

White asparagus with pork fillet and morel sauce

White asparagus with pork fillet medallions and morel sauce, sauce is poured, Pinot Gris white wine glass, Bavarian farmhouse table

Forest scent meets spring freshness – a combination with depth Anyone looking for wine with food in its most complex form will come across a combination that combines season with season: white asparagus and morels are both heralds of spring, both with an earthy character that is expressive despite their delicacy. The pork fillet – […]

Culatello di Zibello (The most exclusive ham with curly butter)

Wine with food: Tender Culatello ham with butter curls next to a glass of Malvasia white wine.

The aristocratic jewel of the Po Valley for discerning gourmets If you are looking for the ultimate wine to accompany one of the world’s most exclusive delicacies, Culatello di Zibello is the crowning glory. The theme of wine and food reaches a new dimension here, as this ham matures in the misty cellars along the […]

Zampone e Lenticchie (stuffed pig’s trotter with lentils)

Wine with the meal: Zampone slices on lentils next to a glass of Lambrusco red wine.

The splendid tradition of Emilia-Romagna for a happy new year When it comes to the ideal wine to accompany a dish that is considered the epitome of prosperity and happiness in Italy, Zampone e Lenticchie is indispensable. The wine and food theme here is defined by the enormous intensity of the stuffed pig’s trotter and […]

Lasagne Verde alla Bolognese (green pasta with ragù and béchamel)

Wine with the meal: Layered lasagne verde alla Bolognese alongside a glass of Sangiovese red wine.

The timeless epitome of Emilian hospitality and pasta art If you are looking for the perfect wine to accompany one of the greatest classics of Italian cuisine, Lasagne Verde alla Bolognese is the ultimate choice. The wine and food theme here is defined by the multi-layered architecture of the dish, where green spinach-infused pasta sheets […]

Grenier Médocain (spicy, cold meat specialty made from pork stomach)

Wine with the meal: Grenier Médocain slices alongside a glass of Listrac-Médoc red wine.

The rustic soul of the winegrowers from the heart of the Médoc If you are looking for the perfect wine to accompany a meal for a true regional curiosity deeply rooted in peasant tradition, there is no way around Grenier Médocain. In the world of wine and food, this specialty is considered the epitome of […]

Khinkali (dumplings filled with meat broth and minced meat)

Wine with the meal: Georgian khinkali with black pepper alongside a glass of Saperavi wine.

The culinary national treasure from the mountains of the Caucasus If you are looking for the perfect wine to accompany a dish that combines technique and pure flavor, Georgian khinkali are unbeatable. In the world of wine and food, these artfully folded dumplings have a special role to play, as they are not only filling […]

Cassoulet Avignon style

Wine with the meal: Cassoulet Avignon style served in a clay pot with a glass of Cairanne red wine from Provence.

Provençal heartiness meets fine bean art The search for the right wine to accompany a meal takes us today to the sunny south of France, where tradition and taste form an inseparable unit. Anyone who takes a close look at wine and food will realize that an Avignon-style cassoulet occupies a very special place among […]

Pa amb tomàquet with Jamón Ibérico

Wine with food: Pa amb tomàquet with Jamón Ibérico and a glass of cava in a tapas bar.

The Catalan essence of the highest product quality Anyone looking for the ideal wine to accompany a meal will inevitably stumble across the fascinating world of Catalan tapas culture. There are few dishes where the harmony between wine and food is as evident as in the traditional pa amb tomàquet, which is refined here with […]

Palatinate Saumagen with mashed potatoes & sauerkraut

Wine with food - roasted Palatinate Saumagen with mashed potatoes, sauerkraut and a glass of Riesling on a rustic wooden table.

Regional specialty meets Palatinate elegance The perfect wine to accompany a meal is crucial to the enjoyment of a regional icon such as Palatinate Saumagen. The harmony between wine and food is defined here by the hearty flavors of the pork, potatoes and fine spices. Saumagen is far more than just a simple peasant dish; […]

Franconian Schäufele

Wine with food - Franconian Schäufele with crust, dumplings and Domina QbA from Franconia

Tender pork, crispy crust & Franconia in a glass Wine with food is a must in the case of Franconian Schäufele – because hardly any other dish combines so harmoniously with regional wine as this Franconian classic. The slowly braised piece of pork shoulder with a crispy crust, dark beer sauce and potato dumplings exemplifies […]

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