Category Archives: Wine regions

Wine regions – discover the unique terroirs of the world 🌍🍇🍷

Each wine region has its own character, characterised by its climate, soil conditions and centuries-old winemaking tradition. From the rolling hills of Tuscany to the renowned châteaux of Bordeaux and the steep terraces of the Moselle – each region produces distinctive wines that reflect the terroir and the passion of the winemakers.

🔹 France’s wine regions – Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne & Rhône – world-famous wines with finesse.
🔹 Italy’s wine landscape – Tuscany, Piedmont, Sicily – tradition & diversity with a unique character.
🔹 Spanish classics – Rioja, Priorat & Ribera del Duero – spirited red wines & aromatic white wines.
🔹 Germany & Austria – Mosel, Wachau & Burgenland – top wines from a cool climate.
🔹 Overseas & New World – Napa Valley, Barossa Valley, Marlborough – powerful, modern wine styles.

Whether legendary wine-growing regions or up-and-coming insider tips – every wine region has its very own story to tell. Discover the diversity of the world’s best wine regions and find out which wines and grape varieties make them special! 🌍🍷✨

Chuletas de Cordero a la Brasa (grilled lamb chops)

Wine with food Chuletas de Cordero a la Brasa, grilled lamb chops with Rioja, baked potatoes, grilled peppers, Mediterranean table scene, summer

Grilled lamb chops – how to make “wine with food” the Spanish way Wine and food harmonize perfectly in this recipe. The combination of tender lamb and Mediterranean herbs offers everything that “wine with food” promises: authenticity, enjoyment and a touch of vacation feeling. Juicy lamb chops, grilled over an open fire until crispy, develop […]

Pimientos rellenos de Bacalao (peppers stuffed with codfish)

Wine with food - Spanish Pimientos rellenos de Bacalao with Rioja Blanco and Mediterranean side dish platter on the terrace

Spanish food culture: sea flavor meets paprika Wine with food stands for the perfect harmony between wine and food and invites you on a Mediterranean journey of pleasure. In Spain, stuffed pimientos are a classic, given a special depth thanks to stockfish and the aromas of the sea in creamy paprika. The delicate, sweet peppers […]

Cordero al Chilindrón (lamb in paprika-tomato sauce)

Wine with food - Cordero al Chilindrón, lamb in a Spanish tapas bar with Rioja, paprika, country bread, rosemary potatoes and asparagus

Spanish joie de vivre meets wine enjoyment Wine with food in this dish is the perfect combination of Mediterranean flavors and Mediterranean wine culture. Wine and food harmonize here through the combination of braised lamb, peppers and tomatoes in a spicy sauce that brings both depth and freshness into play. The regionally inspired cuisine from […]

Franconian asparagus with butter or ham

Wine with your meal Franconian asparagus with butter and ham, potatoes, cress salad, Silvaner Erste Lage

Seasonal indulgence: asparagus and wine Wine with food and regional asparagus are a culinary duo that perfectly accompanies fine spring days. This classic preparation highlights the delicate, slightly nutty flavors of Franconian asparagus and offers the two most popular variations: melt-in-the-mouth butter or spicy ham. Wine and food meet freshness, harmony and the special Franconian […]

Bocksbeutel winemaker’s platter

Bocksbeutel Winzerplatte with Silvaner dry

Brotzeit classics from Franconia Wine with food and snacks harmonize in a unique way – especially with the typical Franconian Bocksbeutel wine platter, which is served as a snack with sausage, ham and cheese. Wine and food come together here to bring enjoyment and tradition to the table. This classic vintner’s platter combines hearty sourdough […]

Franconian carp (baked or blue)

Wine with your meal - Franconian carp (blue & baked) with side dishes on a wooden table and Pinot Blanc by the glass

Traditional fish dish with a regional character Wine with food means showcasing classics of local cuisine with carefully selected wines. Franconian carp – whether baked in beer batter or traditionally served “blue” – exemplifies this combination of regionality, seasonality and artisanal cooking. The tender, slightly nutty meat of the carp harmonizes particularly well with fine, […]

Plucked (dressed Camembert)

Wine with food - plucked pork with Bacchus, farmhouse bread and pretzels on a beer garden table

A Franconian classic with soul and character Here, wine with food stands for authentic local cuisine that can be ideally combined with regional wines. Gerupfte, also known as dressed Camembert, is a traditional spread made from matured soft cheese, refined with butter, onions and sweet paprika powder. Its creamy consistency and spicy depth make it […]

Franconian sausages with sauerkraut

Wine with food - Franconian sausages with sauerkraut and Silvaner on a rustic wooden table

Spicy, down-to-earth and typically Franconian – a true regional classic A perfect dish for anyone who wants to combine wine and food in an authentic way. The Franconian sausages, traditionally roasted in natural sausage meat, meet mildly spiced, finely seasoned sauerkraut – a combination that impresses with its simplicity and therefore offers so much depth. […]

Blaue Zipfel (sausages in vinegar broth)

Wine with food: Blaue Zipfel with onion rings in vinegar, served in a Franconian beer garden with Müller-Thurgau and pretzels

Franconian classic with spice and character Wine and food from Franconia are among the most honest combinations that German cuisine has to offer. Blaue Zipfel in particular – Franconian sausages gently cooked in a spicy vinegar broth – bring an exciting aroma to the plate that calls for an equally expressive wine. The balance between […]

Franconian Schäufele

Wine with food - Franconian Schäufele with crust, dumplings and Domina QbA from Franconia

Tender pork, crispy crust & Franconia in a glass Wine with food is a must in the case of Franconian Schäufele – because hardly any other dish combines so harmoniously with regional wine as this Franconian classic. The slowly braised piece of pork shoulder with a crispy crust, dark beer sauce and potato dumplings exemplifies […]