Category Archives: Rhône

Coca de recapte (Catalan vegetable pizza)

Wine with food: Catalan coca de recapte with rosado wine in the sunny garden.

A Mediterranean classic with fiery roasted vegetables The search for the ideal wine for food takes us to Catalonia today for a hearty coca de recapte. This traditional Catalan vegetable pizza is a wonderful example of how harmoniously wine and food from the Mediterranean coast can work together. The base is a crispy, often yeast-free […]

Palatinate bratwurst with Weck & mustard

Wine with food: A hearty Palatinate bratwurst in a roll with mustard and a glass of Dornfelder red wine in the vineyards.

Regional down-to-earthness meets deep red fruit Choosing the right wine for your meal plays a central role even with seemingly simple dishes such as Palatinate bratwurst. A successful combination of wine and food enhances the rustic pleasure and gives the snack an almost festive touch. Pfälzer Bratwurst is characterized by its coarse texture and distinctive […]

Lamb chops with herb crust

Wine with food: Lamb chops with herb crust, accompanied by a glass of Vacqueyras red wine on a rustic table.

Tender chops under an aromatic crust Wine with food is the art of combining flavors in such a way that they take each other to new heights. Herb-crusted lamb chops are a timeless classic, combining the tenderness of the meat with the aromatic intensity of rosemary, thyme and garlic. The lamb meat has a characteristic […]

Quenelles de Brochet with crab sauce

Wine with the meal: Quenelles de Brochet au gratin in crab sauce alongside a glass of Condrieu white wine.

A French haute cuisine classic from Lyon An exquisite wine with food is the key to fully appreciating the subtle nuances of the Quenelles de Brochet with its rich crayfish sauce. The elegance of Lyon cuisine, world-renowned for its artisanal precision, is at the forefront of the wine and food selection here. Quenelles are airy […]

Gardiane de Taureau (bull stew)

Wine with food - Hearty bull stew Gardiane de Taureau with olives and a glass of Gigondas red wine.

A powerful classic from the wild Camargue The search for the right wine to go with food takes us today to the wild south of France, where tradition meets pure power. Wine and food come together in the Gardiane de Taureau, which is deeply rooted in the identity of the Camargue and calls for an […]

Daube Provençale (beef stew with red wine & herbs)

Wine with food: French beef ragout Daube Provençale in a roaster with a glass of red wine on a terrace.

A classic of southern French braised cuisine The perfect wine to accompany the food is crucial for a Daube Provençale, as the harmony between wine and food completes this dish. This traditional braised dish from the south of France is based on beef that is gently cooked for hours in a strong red wine sauce […]

Bouillabaisse (fish soup from Marseille)

Wine with food: Original Provençal bouillabaisse in a clay pot with rouille and a glass of cassis white wine at the harbor.

A culinary monument to Provence and the Mediterranean When it comes to the ideal wine to accompany a meal, the classic bouillabaisse is the epitome of the perfect combination of maritime flavors and Provençal joie de vivre at the top of the list for discerning connoisseurs. This traditional fish soup from Marseille is far more […]

Beef fillet strips with pepper sauce & celeriac puree

Wine with dinner Beef fillet strips with pepper sauce and a glass of Rioja Reserva on a restaurant table.

A fine meat classic with spicy depth and velvety accompaniment The perfect wine with food is the key element in perfectly showcasing a dish such as these tender strips of beef fillet with pepper sauce and celeriac puree. A successful wine and food pairing requires a deep understanding of the balance between the spiciness of […]

Christmas leg of venison with cranberry jus & pumpkin gnocchi

Wine with food: Christmas leg of venison with cranberry jus and pumpkin gnocchi, perfectly accompanied by a spicy Syrah Saint-Joseph.

Festive game flavors: The spicy perfection of wine and food Christmas leg of venison, braised until tender or roasted pink, is an elegant game dish that requires a sophisticated accompaniment. Compared to other game, venison has a finer, less dominant gamey note, which is emphasized by the addition of Christmas spices such as cloves, juniper […]

Braised veal shank with lemon risotto (Ossobuco alla Milanese)

Wine with food: Braised veal shank ossobuco alla Milanese with lemon risotto, perfectly paired with a powerful Barolo DOCG.

A Piedmontese classic: the powerful alliance of wine and food Ossobuco alla Milanese, the braised veal shank, is a masterpiece of northern Italian cuisine and a prime example of a rich dish that requires an equally powerful wine to accompany it. The veal shank is braised for hours in an aromatic broth of white wine, […]