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: Wine countries
Wine countries – Discover the best wine regions in the world 🌍🍷
Wine is grown with passion and tradition in many countries around the world – from the legendary vineyards of France to the sun-kissed vines of Italy and Spain to the innovative wines of Australia, South Africa and California. Each wine country has its own unique grape varieties, terroirs and styles that make for very special flavour experiences.
🔹 France – the home of Bordeaux, Burgundy & champagne – pure elegance and tradition.
🔹 Italy – From Chianti to Barolo – a variety of wines with character and history.
🔹 Spain – Rioja, Priorat & Cava – spirited wines with Mediterranean flair.
🔹 Germany & Austria – Riesling, Grüner Veltliner & Blaufränkisch – top quality from a cool climate.
🔹 New World (USA, Australia, South Africa, Argentina, Chile) – Powerful, fruity wines with a modern signature.
Whether traditional wines from Europe or innovative discoveries from overseas – every wine country offers its own distinctive style. Immerse yourself in the world of wine and discover the most exciting regions, grape varieties and wine styles from all over the world! 🌍🍷✨
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 […]
Antipasti, Bierzo, Bobal, Grenache, Jumilla, Mencía, Monastrell, Navarre, Red grape varieties, Somontano, Spain, Syrah, Tapas, Tempranillo, Utiel-Requena, Wine countries, Wine regions
Chorizo braised in red wine
28
May
May
Spicy tapas delicacy with Spanish flair Chorizo braised in red wine is a classic Spanish tapas dish that impresses with its strong flavours and the combination of spicy sausage and aromatic red wine sauce. The chorizo is slowly braised in red wine, which releases its intense flavours and creates a creamy sauce. Served with fresh […]
Albariño, Antipasti, Austria, France, Germany, Grüner Veltliner, Italy, Loire, Moselle, Rías Baixas, Riesling, Rueda, Sancerre, Sardinia, Sauvignon Blanc, Spain, Tapas, Touraine, Verdejo, Vermentino, Wachau, White grape varieties, Wine countries, Wine regions
Pimientos de Padrón with sea salt
28
May
May
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 […]
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, BBQ, Burgenland, Burgundy, Chardonnay, France, Franconia, Germany, Grüner Veltliner, Kamptal, Lower Austria, Meat, Pig, Pinot Blanc, Rheingau, Riesling, Rosé, Silvaner, Types of food, White grape varieties, Wine countries, Wine regions, Wine types
Frankfurter or Vienna sausages from the charcoal grill
09
May
May
Classic sausages from the charcoal grill – simple, hearty and perfect with a glass of Grüner Veltliner This recipe brings the traditional flavour of Frankfurter or Wiener sausages straight from the charcoal grill to your plate. Served with fresh bread and mustard, the result is a simple but delicious dish that is given a special […]
Australia, Barossa Valley, BBQ, Borja Field, California, Côtes du Rhône, France, Grenache, Lamb, Meat, Pays d'Oc, Red grape varieties, Rioja, Shiraz, Spain, Syrah, Tempranillo, Types of food, Wine countries, Wine regions, Zinfandel
Merguez with harissa and flatbread
09
May
May
Spicy merguez meets fiery harissa – a North African flavour experience, perfectly accompanied by a Côtes du Rhône Villages full of character This dish combines the savoury merguez sausage with the spicy harissa paste and fresh flatbread. The intense flavours of the sausage and the fiery spiciness of the harissa harmonise perfectly with a strong […]
Apulia, Barbera, Barbera d'Alba, BBQ, Chianti, Chianti Classico, Italy, Meat, Montalcino, Montepulciano, Nero d'Avola, Piedmont, Pig, Primitivo, Red grape varieties, Sicily, Tuscany, Types of food, Wine countries, Wine regions
Grilled salsiccia with fennel and herbs
09
May
May
Mediterranean grilling pleasure: Spicy salsiccia meets aromatic fennel – perfectly accompanied by a full-bodied Primitivo from Apulia This Italian grilled dish combines savoury salsiccia, a coarse pork sausage with fennel, with grilled fennel and fresh herbs. The combination of savoury sausage and aromatic vegetables is ideally complemented by a strong Primitivo wine from the Puglia […]
