Fancy some mature white wines? Then you have to try the combination with hearty breadcrumb cauliflower, finished with a buttery, nutty hazelnut bechamel and a fresh leaf salad with camelina marinade.
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Sequence of designations: Origin - Quality Level - Grape Variety A simple system of organisation for pubs or bistros with a small wine assortment: Sparkling – White – Red – Sweet. The types of wine (w
It is important that wines are correctly identified by bars, restaurants and wine merchants and that wine lists are correctly structured in the technical sense. One still finds inaccurate designations
Sequence of designations: Origin-Quality Level-Grape Variety A very consumer-friendly organisation for the modern fashionable eatery with a good wine programme, but for superior inns and restaurants w
Sequence of designations: Origin - Quality Level Wine lists with a generous Austrian selection can also be organised according to grape variety. One makes distinctions initially by type of wine, then
Sequence of designations: Origin – Quality Level Voluminous wine lists require more levels of organisation than small ones. Here, the types of wine (white wine, red wine, etc.) will first be organised
Sequence of designations: Quality Level - Grape Variety One may also organise a wine list initially by type of wine and country, then by more closely defined origins (wine-growing region/ DAC ), where
Sequence of designations: Origin - Quality Level - Grape Variety Very expansive and wide-ranging wine lists with many wines per producer, as well as venues that feature a great assortment of wines fro
The earliest wine harvest of modern Austrian viticulture surpassed the volume of the previous, above-average vintage 2017, at 2.75 million hectolitres. Once again, wines of very good to excellent qual
The lucky number for the world of Austrian wine seems to be the 9, since when the year ends with this numeral – like 1999 and 2009 (‘the Niners’) – the vintage often turns out to be particularly fine.
Austrian Sekt sparkles brilliantly in the glass – especially on the winter holidays Christmas and New Year’s Eve. We owe this ebullient delight to a great love story that began – once upon a time – in
For this classic dish of freshwater fish with crispy buttered skin, choose a clean, mineral wine with a fresh, balanced acidity. Pairs well with: © Austrian Wine/Blickwerk Fotografie Pairs well with:
Young vegetables and Austrian wine: a match made in heaven. The supporting actors are becoming the stars on our plates – vegetables, herbs, and pulses etc. are taking kitchens by storm. Wines from Aus
Mediterranean cuisine enjoys great popularity in Austria and is not limited to pizza and pasta. The secret lies in the simple and rather purist composition of the dishes. Spanish tapas are currently e
Tagliata (sliced beef fillet), Scaloppine (veal cutlet) and Bistecca (steak) – Italian meat dishes are simple and usually grilled or quickly pan-fried. Red wine or white wine? A question that is not s
Calf’s liver with onions and creamy polenta needs to be paired with a powerful full-bodied wine. Surprisingly, the flavours harmonise well with smooth Riesling. A balanced St. Laurent is the best red
Ossobuco is a classic Italian meat dish of braised veal shank. Gremolata, a chopped herb condiment typically made of parsley, lemon zest and garlic, gives the dish the final touch and tastes delicious
A classic! Red wine is always an excellent choice for spaghetti. Zweigelt and Blaufränkisch are ideal, although it should not be too heavy and tannic. On the other hand a little robustness and a touch
Mushrooms are one of the most difficult foods to match with wine. Hard vintages should be avoided while warm vintages which produced ripe wines are recommendable. In this case, Riesling and Sauvignon
This complex dish containing rice, vegetables, chicken, mussels and seafood with the additional aroma of saffron has its own unique and distinct taste. Powerful Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay, Styrian Morill
This Ligurian speciality is very popular in Austria. Cheese, herbs and garlic demand a certain amount of creaminess and smoothness from a wine. Matured wines make excellent companions whereas wines wi
This filled pasta dish is a speciality from the northern regions of Italy. Ripe Pinot Blanc, Zierfandler or earthy St. Laurent make impeccable partners for creamy, heavy sauces. Aromatic varieties, pa
This popular dish contains lots of egg and cheese which means that the ideal pairing partner would be a powerful and buttery white wine. This could be a Veltliner as well as a Rotgipfler, Neuburger or
The acidity of the tomatoes combined with the sharpness of the garlic calls for a Riesling – sublime with tomatoes. Fruit and acidity! Generally speaking, ripe white wines are better here: a Sauvignon
The spiciness of the sauce has a big influence on the wine choice. Be it white or red, too much peppery spiciness or tannins are counterproductive. Robust wines are ideal: ripe Veltliner, dark Zweigel
Aromatic and light with herbal notes of sage. The prosciutto enhances the saltiness and richness of this dish. Light and elegant white wines are a good choice, however slightly fruity red wines or ele
Stephan Vadnjal – Dolce Vita|Klagenfurt Austrian wine is always a safe choice when it comes to food and wine pairing, and Italian cuisine is no exception. Fresh Styrian wines make the perfect pairing
Tomato and mozzarella is an ever-present all-rounder in Italian cuisine. Sauvignon Blanc helps to reinforce the flavours and complements the basil, however this only works if the aromas in the Sauvign
Carpaccio is an extremely popular starter with a long history. The original recipe, created by Giuseppe Cipriani in Harry’s bar, calls for the beef to be bright red, raw and thinly sliced. Nowadays it
Fish versions of carpaccio made with raw sea bass, scallops or cooked octopus are very popular. Served with olive oil and lemon, these make for wonderfully delicate starters. Not too grassy Sauvignon
Creamy tuna flavoured sauce, tender meat, piquant capers – this combination of ingredients can be matched wonderfully with powerful white wines with a touch of spice. Powerful Grüner Veltliner complem
Courgette, aubergine, bell peppers, mushrooms and artichokes: the vegetables are often grilled prior to being pickled, smoky aromas meet vegetal aromas and lots of oil. Riesling is a good choice, but
Mild and neutral white wines that are not too spicy are particularly good when combined with garlic and parsley. Also Rosé wines are possible! Or an additional option: or full-bodied Welschriesling, p
An absolute hit in summer. The melon needs to be ripe in order to harmonise with the fruity aromas of the wine. Classic Grüner Veltliner works splendidly as it brings out the saltiness of the prosciut
Octopus salad, prawns, lots of garlic and herbs, lashings of oil: not easy to match with a wine, a light white wine works best. A classic Grüner Veltliner livens it all up, fine Welschriesling or Ries
Gazpacho This cold vegetable soup is one of the classics. Medium-bodied Grüner Veltliner pairs well as it can hold its own against the garlic. Ripe Sauvignon Blanc is a convincing choice. Or the Spani
Pesce al Forno - Baked Fish Pesce al Forno is a very simple baked fish dish which is usually served only with vegetables. Gilthead sea bream and sea bass are popular options. This dish likes dry white
© Shutterstock The choice of wine to go with the first dish depends entirely on the type of pasta and the sauce. White wines are ideal for tomato sauces with garlic or lots of spice, while Burgundian
Pizza is rarely paired with wine but there are pairing options that make for an enjoyable match. Fresh whites, Rosé and young fruity red wines are good options. Vegetarian or seafood pizza goes best w
Greek cuisine relies on clear and precise aromas. Fish is prepared with olive oil and lemon and only a touch of garlic is added to lamb. Tzatziki is one dish that challenges and is therefore well matc
© Shutterstock Recipes Beef Carpaccio Fish Carpaccio Vitello Tonnato Prosciutto & Melon Caprese Salad / Burrata Fish Antipasti Vegetable Antipasti
© Unsplash Recipes Saltimbocca Ossobuco Bistecca – Grilled Steak Fegato alla Veneziana – Venetian-Style Liver
A complex dish with very thin strips of marinated green asparagus and a vinaigrette of asparagus juice and olive oil combined with baby artichokes, a sepia roll and wild herbs. The asparagus and artic
The creativity in Austrian cuisine today is showing more and more interesting asparagus and fish combinations. The range of recipes is, of course, vast, but the wine should always be from the supreme
The roasted, buttery aromas of this asparagus classic make wine matching easy. Mature wines between 3 and 5 years old fit better than younger ones. The smooth Neuburger (no Botrytis and not too minera
Buttery creaminess, smooth strength, perhaps with a bit of cheese – with Risotto, light wines haven't a chance! A robust Grüner Veltliner harmonises wonderfully with asparagus risotto. The new weighty
A rustic but no less delicious way to enjoy fresh asparagus. This pairs so well with a strong, dry Riesling, 2-3 years old and structured with harmonious acidity and distinct fruitiness. Grüner Veltli
Asparagus with vinaigrette is the asparagus appetizer par excellence. If made with tomatoes, onions or herbs – then a firm but not too grassy Sauvignon blanc, around 1 or 2 years old, is an ideal choi
For this recipe, flambéed asparagus cream is combined with pickled Perigord truffles and Single Malt Whisky jus. Very dark, smoky and earthy aromas snuggle up with the creamy noble vegetables – creati