The Elegant Bone – When North African Flavors Meet Provençal Grilling The rack of lamb—that cut of meat with the long, cleanly scraped bone—is one of the most elegant cuts a grill can produce. It is both rustic and refined: the bone serves as a handle, the pale pink meat as a promise, and the […]
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Oriental Easter lamb with pomegranate seeds, pistachios and couscous
Exotic spice worlds and tender lamb for a modern Easter table If you’re looking for the perfect wine to pair with an oriental-inspired Easter lamb, you’re entering a fascinating field when it comes to wine and food. This dish breaks with Western traditions and instead relies on a complex aroma of cumin, coriander and cinnamon […]
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Wild boar goulash with cranberry cream & spaetzle
Autumn heartiness: the perfect combination of wine and food Wild boar goulash is a warming, rustic dish that combines the intense, earthy flavors of game meat with a deep, spicy sauce. In contrast to domesticated pork, wild boar has a stronger, slightly nutty flavor, which is intensified by slow braising in red wine and game […]
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Roast goose with red cabbage & potato dumplings
The classic festive dish: a delight for all the senses The combination of a perfectly roasted goose, with its crispy skin and juicy meat, aromatic red cabbage and fluffy potato dumplings, is a culinary experience that is celebrated in many cultures. This dish is a prime example of how wine can form a harmonious and […]
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Pappardelle al Cinghiale (with wild boar ragout)
Rustic Tuscan wild boar ragout with perfect wine accompaniment Wine with food and pappardelle al Cinghiale come together to create a celebration of Tuscan cuisine. This hearty pasta with wild boar ragout tells the story of the rich wildlife diversity and traditional cooking techniques of the region. The dish delights with its intense, spicy aromas, […]
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Tomato carpaccio with basil oil & burrata
Mediterranean freshness meets elegant wine accompaniment Wine with food can be light and sensual: This tomato carpaccio with basil oil & burrata brings summer to the plate and shows how harmoniously wine and food can be staged. Ripe tomatoes in wafer-thin slices, creamy burrata and an intense basil oil create an aromatic composition that is […]
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Eggplant rolls filled with ricotta & lemon
Mediterranean lightness with creamy filling Wine to go with your meal can be so light, so fresh, and so uncomplicated – just like this summer recipe. The aubergine rolls with ricotta and lemon combine grilled vegetable aromas with creamy filling, a fine citrus note and Mediterranean herbs. Whether as a refined appetizer, light main course […]
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Tapenade tramezzini with grilled vegetables & burrata
Summer delight between two slices of bread Harmoniously combining wine and food is at the heart of every Mediterranean cuisine. These tapenade tramezzini with grilled vegetables and creamy burrata are a prime example of uncomplicated enjoyment with depth. The roasted vegetables bring roasted aromas, the tapenade provides spice, while the burrata provides a creamy lightness. […]
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BBQ chicken drumsticks with honey and thyme glaze
Savoury-sweet barbecue treat with a Mediterranean twist Tender chicken drumsticks are grilled until crispy and finished with a sweet and tangy honey and thyme glaze – perfectly caramelised, aromatic and delicious. Ideal wine accompaniment: Zweigelt (Carnuntum DAC, Lower Austria) Zweigelt is perfect for BBQ chicken legs with a sweet and spicy honey and thyme glaze. […]
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Merguez with harissa and flatbread
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 […]










