Category Archives: Wachau

Tender rabbit ragout with olives, lemon and polenta

Tender rabbit ragout with olives and lemon zest on creamy polenta in a terracotta plate, served with an elegant white wine glass of Vermentino

Light, aromatic and Mediterranean – an Easter classic from Italian cuisine If you are looking for a suitable wine accompaniment at Easter that combines lightness and depth at the same time, this dish is a real discovery. Wine with food here means: Mediterranean freshness meets hearty rusticity. Rabbit ragout with olives, lemon and polenta is […]

Spring rolls “De Luxe” (fresh, not deep-fried) with avocado & mango

Wine with food: Fresh rolls of happiness with mango alongside a glass of Gelber Muskateller wine.

Exotic freshness and silky textures in a hint of rice paper If you’re looking for the perfect wine to pair with summery, light spring rolls, you’re in for an exciting food and wine challenge. This dish thrives on the creamy texture of ripe avocado, the juicy sweetness of mango and the crisp freshness of herbs […]

Aloses à la Bordelaise (grilled allis shad Bordelaise style)

Wine with food: Grilled allis shad Bordelais style alongside a glass of Graves white wine.

A rare specialty from Garonne fishermen in the spirit of regional tradition If you’re looking for the perfect wine to accompany one of southwest France’s most exclusive seasonal delicacies, shad is second to none. The wine and food theme here is defined by a short window of time in spring, when the Alosen migrate up […]

Roast duck (Wachau style)

Wine with the meal: Crispy roast duck Wachau style and a glass of Zweigelt red wine.

A hearty festive treat from the Danube wetlands If you are looking for the perfect wine to accompany a classic Sunday roast, the Wachau-style roast duck is an excellent choice. The topic of wine and food is particularly important in the Danube region, as the region’s hearty meat dishes call for accompaniments full of character. […]

Wachauer Laberl with bacon

Wine with your meal: Traditional Wachauer Laberl with bacon and a glass of Gemischter Satz.

Hearty Heurigen culture meets traditional Wachau baking craftsmanship If you are looking for the perfect wine to accompany an authentic Austrian snack, the Wachauer Laberl with bacon is unbeatable. The harmony of wine and food has been lived and loved in the cozy wine taverns of the Danube region for generations. The famous pastry, which […]

Veal cream goulash with dumplings

Wine with the meal: Creamy veal goulash with dumplings and a glass of Chardonnay.

A timeless classic of Viennese cuisine for discerning palates If you are looking for the ideal wine to accompany a festive Sunday meal, this creamy ragout is an excellent choice. The theme of wine and food finds its most elegant form in the combination of tender veal and a fine cream sauce. A veal cream […]

Chanterelle risotto with mountain cheese

Wine with the meal: Creamy chanterelle risotto and a glass of Riesling Smaragd.

Culinary forest gold meets alpine spice in a cream coating If you are looking for the ideal wine to accompany a late summer mushroom dish, this risotto provides an excellent basis. The combination of fine chanterelles and spicy cheese creates a particularly harmonious combination of wine and food. Chanterelles impress with their subtly peppery aroma […]

Fried Danube pikeperch on potato salad

Wine with the meal: Fried Danube pike-perch fillets with potato salad and Riesling wine.

A noble river fish meets Austrian down-to-earthness If you are looking for the ideal wine to accompany a light yet flavorful fish dish, Donau-Zander is a first-class choice. In the Wachau, wine and food are particularly characterized by the combination of freshly caught fish and mineral white wines. Pike-perch is considered one of the finest […]

Wachau fish soup (from Danube fish)

Wine with your meal: Traditional Wachau fish soup and a glass of wine.

A forgotten delicacy from the Danube region rediscovered If you are looking for the ideal wine to accompany a traditional Austrian starter, there is no way around this fish specialty. The topic of wine and food has been celebrated in the Wachau for centuries, with Fischbeuschelsuppe being the culinary flagship of river fishing. This rich […]

Stuffed zucchini flowers with ricotta & herbs

Wine with food: Stuffed zucchini flowers with ricotta & herbs and a glass of cassis white wine in a restaurant on the Provence coast.

Summer delicacy from Provence Choosing the right wine to accompany your meal is crucial to the enjoyment of such delicate dishes as stuffed zucchini flowers. Anyone looking for the perfect harmony between wine and food will discover a wonderful lightness in this Mediterranean starter that gently prepares the palate for the menu to come. Zucchini […]

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