Crunchy tapas flavour with a fiery, hearty note Juicy slices of chorizo, colourful peppers and red onions on skewers, grilled until they develop tenderness and roasted flavours. A charming tapas classic for social gatherings. Ideal wine pairing: Tempranillo Joven (Rioja DOCa, Spain) A young Tempranillo from Rioja impresses with its light structure, intense fruit flavours […]
Category Archives: Summer
Barbera, Barbera d'Asti, BBQ, Carménère, Chile, Colchagua Valley, Côtes du Rhône, Crozes-Hermitage, France, Grenache, Italy, Lamb, Meat, Montepulciano, Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Piedmont, Red grape varieties, Rhône, Rioja, Season, Spain, Summer, Syrah, Tempranillo, Types of food, Wine countries, Wine regions
Lamb chops with rosemary, lemon zest & garlic
17
Jun
Jun
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 […]
Albariño, Anjou, Antipasti, Austria, Cheese, Chenin Blanc, France, Grüner Veltliner, Loire, Pouilly-Fumé, Rías Baixas, Rueda, Sancerre, Sauvignon Blanc, Season, Spain, Summer, Tapas, Types of food, Verdejo, Wachau, White grape varieties, Wine countries, Wine regions
Goat’s cheese crostini with honey & thyme
28
May
May
Crispy elegance meets aromatic freshness These goat’s cheese crostini with honey and thyme combine creamy goat’s cheese, sweet honey and aromatic thyme on a crispy baguette. A simple but sophisticated finger food that can be served hot or cold and is perfect as a starter or tapas. Ideal wine accompaniment: Sauvignon Blanc from the Loire […]
Anjou, Antipasti, Bardolino, Cigales, France, Grenache, Italy, Loire, Navarre, Provence, Red grape varieties, Rosé, Salice Salentino, Season, Spain, Summer, Tapas, Wine countries, Wine regions, Wine types
Datteln im Speckmantel mit RosmarinDates wrapped in bacon with rosemary
28
May
May
Sweet and savoury tapas with Mediterranean flair These dates wrapped in bacon with rosemary combine the natural sweetness of dates with the savoury note of bacon and the aromatic scent of rosemary. A simple but sophisticated finger food that can be served hot or cold and makes an excellent tapas or starter. Ideal wine pairing: […]
Albariño, Antipasti, Assyrtiko, Austria, Crustaceans, Fish and seafood, France, Greece, Grüner Veltliner, Krems Valley, Languedoc, Loire, Picpoul, Picpoul de Pinet, Pouilly-Fumé, Rías Baixas, Rueda, Sancerre, Santorini, Sauvignon Blanc, Season, Spain, Summer, Types of food, Verdejo, White grape varieties, Wine countries, Wine regions
Marinated prawns with garlic & chilli
27
May
May
Mediterranean flavours for balmy summer evenings These spicy prawns, marinated in a mixture of garlic, chilli and olive oil, are a highlight of any garden party. Quick to prepare and full of flavour, they bring the flair of Spain straight to your plate. Ideal wine pairing: Albariño from Rías Baixas (DO) The Albariño from the […]
Austria, Bathing, Beaujolais, Burgundy, Carnuntum, France, Friuli, Gamay, Germany, Italy, Meat, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Poultry, Red grape varieties, Rioja, Season, Spain, Summer, Tempranillo, Types of food, Wine countries, Wine regions, Zweigelt
Grilled duck breast with cherry salad & pink pepper
16
Apr
Apr
Fruity elegance meets tender duck meat – a summery highlight This dish combines the savoury flavour of grilled duck breast with the fruity freshness of a cherry salad, enhanced by the subtle spiciness of pink pepper. A harmonious combination that is perfectly rounded off with a matching wine. The ideal wine accompaniment: Zweigelt Klassik DAC […]
Albariño, Cheese, Clairette de Die, France, Gallura, Italy, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Rhône, Sancerre, Sardinia, Sauvignon Blanc, Season, South Tyrol, Spain, Summer, Types of food, Veneto, Vermentino, White grape varieties, Wine countries, Wine regions
Burrata with baked tomatoes & basil oil
29
Mar
Mar
A summery, flavoursome dish with Mediterranean flair Creamy burrata meets sweet braised cherry tomatoes and is rounded off with fragrant basil oil. This simple yet sophisticated dish brings the best of summer to your plate – ideal as a starter or light main course. Which wines go well with it? You’ll find the perfect accompaniment […]
Albariño, Austria, Chablis, Chardonnay, France, Friuli, Grüner Veltliner, Italy, Pinot Grigio, Rías Baixas, Sancerre, Sauvignon Blanc, Season, Spain, Summer, Tuscany, Types of food, Vegetables, Vegetables, Pasta, Vegetarian, Vegetarian, Vermentino, Wachau, White grape varieties, Wine and food, Wine countries, Wine pairing, Wine regions
Courgette carpaccio with parmesan & roasted almonds
20
Mar
Mar
A light summer dish with perfect wine pairing This courgette carpaccio with Parmesan and toasted almonds is a wonderfully fresh and elegant starter. The wafer-thin slices of courgette are marinated with a hint of lemon juice and the best olive oil, while finely shaved Parmesan and toasted almonds provide a nutty depth and a slightly […]
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 […]
