Category Archives: Rioja

Lentil and mushroom Bolognese with herbs & pecorino

Wine with food - lentil and mushroom Bolognese with herbs and pecorino on a rustic wooden table with a Chianti glass

Hearty, aromatic and surprisingly elegant A great example of how wine and food can work in harmony. This lentil and mushroom Bolognese combines earthy depth with Mediterranean spice and shows that meatless dishes can be just as complex as classic ragouts. Wine with food here means: Balance, depth and texture. The combination of brown lentils, […]

Wild boar leg with cranberry jus & napkin dumplings

Wine with food – wild boar leg with cranberry jus and napkin dumplings on a rustic wooden table with Cabernet Sauvignon

Hearty, aromatic and festive – a classic for connoisseurs A perfect dish for those who want to combine wine and food at a high level. This tender wild boar leg with fruity cranberry jus and fluffy napkin dumplings combines rustic aromas with fine elegance. The roasted aromas of the meat, the sweet and sour fruit […]

Red lentil stew with pumpkin & chorizo

Wine with food Red lentil stew with pumpkin and chorizo, served with a glass of Garnacha from Campo de Borja, Spain

Strong, spicy and warming – an autumn dish with a Mediterranean character Wine with food stands for recipes that bring enjoyment and harmony to the point. This red lentil stew with pumpkin & chorizo combines warming aromas with Mediterranean spice. Wine and food intertwine perfectly here: the earthy depth of the lentils, the light sweetness […]

Stuffed quinces with minced lamb & oriental spices

Wine with food Stuffed quinces with minced lamb and oriental spices, served with a glass of Syrah from Stellenbosch, South Africa

An aromatic bridge between the Orient and autumn cuisine Wine with food shows how the flavors of the Orient can be wonderfully combined with autumnal fruits. These stuffed quinces with minced lamb and oriental spices combine sweetness, spice and acidity to create a harmonious whole. Wine and food intertwine perfectly here: the slightly tart, fruity […]

Roasted cauliflower with hazelnut butter & parmesan crumble

Wine with food Roasted cauliflower with hazelnut butter and parmesan crumble, served with a glass of Chardonnay from Chablis

Nutty, spicy, elegant – a vegetarian fall dish with depth Wine with food stands for sophisticated combinations that bring seasonal ingredients to the fore. In this dish of roasted cauliflower, hazelnut butter and parmesan crumble, simple ingredients meet great culinary effect. Wine and food combine here to create a balanced harmony between roasted aromas, nutty […]

Wild boar ragout with polenta & rosemary

Wine with food Wild boar ragout with polenta and rosemary, served with Montepulciano d'Abruzzo

Hearty, velvety, spicy – an autumn classic with depth Wine with food means bringing flavors into balance: This wild boar ragout braises slowly until the meat fibers become buttery-tender and combine with a dense, tomato and stock-based sauce. Wine and food come together here as a warm, earthy, feel-good dish – carried by rosemary, bay […]

Venison medallions with cranberry jus & pumpkin gnocchi

Wine with food Venison medallions with cranberry jus, pumpkin gnocchi and Blaufränkisch in an autumnal atmosphere

An autumnal game dish with a fine balance Wine with food always means searching for harmony and culinary balance. This recipe combines tenderly cooked venison medallions with an aromatic cranberry jus and creamy pumpkin gnocchi. The fruity sweetness of the berries creates an exciting contrast to the strong game, while the delicate aroma of the […]

Stuffed peppers with wild mushroom risotto

Wine with food Stuffed peppers with wild mushroom risotto and Nebbiolo in an autumnal setting

Mediterranean meets forest cuisine – an aromatic fall dish Wine with food means finding the perfect balance between aromatic depth and subtle elegance. Wine and food enter into an exciting dialog in this recipe: Juicy peppers are stuffed with a creamy wild mushroom risotto, which is given a distinctive aroma by parmesan, thyme and garlic. […]

Carne Cruda all’Albese

Wine with the meal Carne cruda all'Albese with Dolcetto d'Alba, Italian terrace, Mediterranean atmosphere

Piedmontese raw food art – wine and food as a synphony of natural flavors Wine with food shapes the character of this Piedmontese specialty, which is a symbol of Italian culinary culture. Finely chopped, lean beef and high-quality ingredients harmonize perfectly in Carne cruda all’Albese: served cold with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper and […]

Lamb chops with rosemary, lemon zest & garlic

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Viennese feeling on the plate – Mediterranean flavour Tender lamb chops, marinated with fresh rosemary, garlic, lemon zest and olive oil, briefly seared – juicy, aromatic, with a fine herbal flavour. Ideal wine pairing: Grenache (Côtes du Rhône AOC, France) The southern French Grenache from the Côtes du Rhône appellation has a warm flavour of […]