Fine seafood combined with fruity, spicy freshness Tender scallops are served on a creamy orange and fennel puree – aromatic, elegant and light in summer. Ideal wine accompaniment: Picpoul de Pinet AOC (France) Picpoul de Pinet brings a bright, tangy acidity with lemon, lime and green apple notes, paired with typical sea salt minerality – […]
Category Archives: Wachau
Albariño, Assyrtiko, Austria, Chablis, Chardonnay, Collio, Fish, Fish and seafood, France, Greece, Grüner Veltliner, Italy, Rías Baixas, Santorini, Season, Soave, Spain, Summer, Types of food, Veneto, Vermentino, Wachau, White grape varieties, Wine countries, Wine regions
Sea bass fillet with lemon crust & fennel salad
Summery fish flavours with lemony freshness Tender sea bass fillet is given a crispy crust of lemon zest and panko, accompanied by a crunchy fennel salad with citrus vinaigrette – light, refreshing and flavourful. Ideal wine accompaniment: Grüner Veltliner (Wachau DAC, Austria) Grüner Veltliner from the Wachau impresses with its clear flavour, green apple and […]
Alsace, Antipasti, BBQ, Campania, Cinsault, Emilia-Romagna, Etna Rosso, Falanghina, France, Grüner Veltliner, Italy, Lambrusco, Nerello Mascalese, Pays d'Oc, Pinot Noir, Red grape varieties, Season, Sicily, Summer, Types of food, Vegetables, Vegetables, Pasta, Vegetarian, Wachau, White grape varieties, Wine countries, Wine regions
Grilled aubergine rolls with ricotta & basil
Light summer antipasti with a fresh herb kick Thin slices of aubergine are grilled, filled with creamy ricotta and basil, rolled up and refined with olive oil and lemon – aromatic, fresh and elegant. Ideal wine accompaniment: Lambrusco Secco (Emilia-Romagna DOC, Italy) A dry Lambrusco is the ultimate surprise with this dish. The slightly sparkling […]
Spanish tapas classics: simple, quick and full of flavour Pimientos de Padrón are small green peppers from Galicia that are fried in olive oil and sprinkled with coarse sea salt. They are a popular part of Spanish tapas culture and are characterised by their mild flavour, with the occasional spicy pepper thrown in. This simple […]
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Goat’s cheese crostini with honey & thyme
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 […]
Albariño, Austria, BBQ, Burgundy melon, Chablis, Chardonnay, Fish and seafood, Grüner Veltliner, Italy, Languedoc, Liguria, Muscadet, Mussels, Picpoul, Picpoul de Pinet, Rías Baixas, Spain, Types of food, Vermentino, Wachau, White grape varieties, Wine countries, Wine regions
Mussels cooked in white wine stock on the grill
A maritime barbecue experience with matching wine accompaniment Fresh mussels, gently cooked in an aromatic white wine broth directly on the grill – a culinary highlight for all seafood lovers. The combination of tender mussels, spicy broth and smoky grill flavour is perfectly rounded off by the matching wine accompaniment. Ideal wine pairing: Muscadet (France, […]
Albariño, Austria, BBQ, Chablis, Chardonnay, Fish, Fish and seafood, France, Grüner Veltliner, Marlborough, New Zealand, Provence, Rías Baixas, Rosé, Sauvignon Blanc, Spain, Types of food, Vermentino, Wachau, White grape varieties, Wine countries, Wine regions, Wine types
Grilled sea bass fillets with a Mediterranean herb crust
Mediterranean barbecue flavours meet elegant wine accompaniment Tender sea bass fillet, wrapped in an aromatic herb crust, grilled to perfection – a highlight for any barbecue evening. The combination of Mediterranean flavours and high-quality fish calls for an equally sophisticated wine accompaniment. Ideal wine pairing: Vermentino (France, Côtes de Provence AOC) A Vermentino from the […]
Albariño, Austria, BBQ, Beaujolais, Chablis, Chardonnay, Fish, Fish and seafood, France, Gamay, Germany, Grüner Veltliner, Pinot Noir, Provence, Red grape varieties, Rías Baixas, Rosé, Spain, Types of food, Wachau, White grape varieties, Wine countries, Wine regions, Wine types
Grilled tuna with sesame crust and soya-lime dip
Aromatic pleasure meets elegant wine accompaniment Tender tuna steak, wrapped in a crispy sesame crust, served with a refreshing soya-lime dip – a highlight for any barbecue evening. The combination of Asian flavours and high-quality fish calls for an equally sophisticated wine accompaniment. Ideal wine pairing: Pinot Noir (Germany, Baden) A Pinot Noir from Baden […]
Albariño, Assyrtiko, Austria, BBQ, Chenin Blanc, Fish, Fish and seafood, Greece, Grüner Veltliner, Italy, Marlborough, New Zealand, Rías Baixas, Santorini, Sardinia, Sauvignon Blanc, South Africa, Spain, Stellenbosch, Types of food, Vermentino, Wachau, White grape varieties, Wine countries, Wine regions
Prawn skewers with chilli and garlic marinade
Fiery barbecue pleasure meets fruity freshness Succulent prawns, marinated in a spicy mixture of chilli, garlic and lemon, grilled to perfection – a summer highlight for every barbecue evening. A fresh Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough complements the flavours perfectly. Ideal wine pairing: Sauvignon Blanc (New Zealand, Marlborough) The Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough is characterised by […]
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Grilled scallops with lemon butter and herbs
Tender, flavourful and perfect for warm summer evenings – an elegant treat from the grill Tender scallops, briefly grilled and refined with an aromatic lemon butter and fresh herbs, offer a light yet intensely flavoured dish. The delicate sweetness of the scallops harmonises perfectly with the fresh acidity of the lemon and the spicy notes […]