ABC Dish & wine
When it's time to draw-up a menu there is always the obvious question of which wines to serve! Harmonious pairing is built upon balanced complementarity of flavours, textures and taste intensities for both players. Therefore, a light dish will be served with a light wine and a simple dish with a simple wine. However, the more spicy flavours will require a more well-structured and savoury wine. Whereas a carefully prepared recipe will call for a more complex and subtle wine. Here are some indications which allow you to always make the right choice.
| Its character | Its merits | Flavours which suit it well | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sylvaner | Spontaneous, lively and light | Lightens, quenches your thirst, refreshes | Vinegary, salty, rich or unctuous |
| Pinot blanc | Easy, versatile & supple | Easily suits | Simple, rich |
| Riesling | Elegant, refined & fresh | Contrasts, enhances, refines | salty, delicate, creamy, roasted, smoky |
| Muscat | Dry, crispy & fruity | Whets the appetite | Natural, slightly bitter |
| Pinot Gris | Generous, ample & balance | Coats, mellows, intensifies | Creamy, grilled, simmered, sweet and sour |
| Gewurtzraminer | Intense, exuberant & complex | Spices-up, enhances, brightens | Spicy, strong, sweet |
| Pinot noir rouge | Full-bodied & intense | Drapes, honours | Grilled, smoky |
| Pinot noir rosé ou léger | Fruity & light | Refreshes | Grilled |
| Crémant d'Alsace | Subtle, refined & fresh | Unveils, illuminates, livens | All! |