Pasta dishes are popular all over the world. Even in Japan, pasta has become a dish that everyone is familiar with. We eat pasta both at restaurants and at home, but what kind of wine should we pair it with? The example is Italians who eat pasta every day and enjoy wine with it. This time, we will introduce wines that go well with pasta.
Wines to pair with Italy's signature pasta dishes
Pasta comes in a wide variety of shapes, so there are many different ways to prepare pasta dishes. The variations of pasta dishes are endless by combining pasta shapes, ingredients, and sauces. There are so many different pasta dishes out there that you don't know what wine to pair them with! First, let's try the classic pairing. Here we will introduce typical Italian pasta dishes and the wines that go well with them.
Wine that goes well with pasta with tomato sauce
Speaking of Italian pasta, it's definitely spaghetti with tomato sauce. The combination of spaghetti and tomato sauce, which is the most orthodox form of pasta, is an orthodox Italian dish, and is a simple pasta dish that brings out the flavors of the ingredients. Since you can feel the acidity of tomatoes, it is best to choose a fresh and soft white wine. If you pair it with a wine with too much tannin or a full-bodied red wine, you will lose the mellow taste of the tomato sauce. Orvieto, produced in the Umbria region of central Italy, has a fresh and pleasant fruity flavor that goes perfectly with spaghetti with tomato sauce.
[Santa Cristina] Campo Grande Orvieto Classico
The prestigious Antinori family, which has been making wine since 1385, is known as one of the top producers of Italian wine. Produced by the Antinori family as an entry-level wine since 1946, Santa Cristina is an affordable series that is loved all over the world. Campo Grande Orvieto Classico is a white wine with a floral aroma of acacia flowers and fruity notes of apricot and peach. It's fresh, soft on the palate, and has a mineral feel.
Genovese paste pasta
Next to tomato sauce, the most Italian pasta is pasta with Genovese paste. It's a sauce that's easy to make by simply mixing basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil, so it's often on the table in Italian households. Pairing it with an aromatic white wine that brings out the scent of fresh basil creates a happy marriage. Genovese paste is often thought of as a light sauce, but it contains plenty of olive oil and cheese, giving it an oily and rich taste. Therefore, wine must also have a refreshing acidity. A wine with aroma and acidity is Vermentino di Gallura, which is produced on the Italian island of Sardinia. This wine is Sardinia's only DOCG (Designation of Origin Guaranteed) and is made from the Vermentino grape.
Sella & Mosca/ Monteolo Vermentino di Gallura Superiore
Established in 1899, Sella & Mosca is a winery that owns 500 hectares of vineyards on the island of Sardinia. We boast one of the largest fields in Europe in terms of area. Sella & Mosca's Vermentino di Gallura Superiore has aromas of white flowers and citrus fruit, with hints of herbs and almonds. It has a mellow texture with a strong acidity and a lingering finish, which goes well with the Genovese paste pasta.
Sella & Mosca Monteolo Vermentino di Gallura Superiore 750ml/White
Wine that goes well with carbonara
Creamy carbonara is also a typical pasta dish. The ingredients are eggs, pancetta (bacon), and cheese, making it an energy-filled dish. It's important to pair carbonara with a wine that neutralizes the powerful flavors. Frascati, a white wine from the Lazio region where Rome is located, has a refreshing taste and creates a balanced marriage with carbonara. Carbonara is also a specialty of Rome, so it's a perfect combination of food and wine from the same region.
Fontana Candida/ Santa Teresa Frascati Superiore Secco
Fontana Candida is the largest and pioneering winery in Frascati production. Among them, Santa Teresa Frascati Superiore Secco is a high-range Frascati. This wine has aromas of white roses, green apples, and hints of sage. It has a fruity taste with a lively acidity, and is both delicate and gorgeous. A white wine that provides a refreshing companion to the strong flavor of carbonara.
Fontana Candida Santa Teresa Frascati Superiore Secco 750ml/White
Wine that goes well with pasta with meat sauce
Bolognese, pasta with meat sauce, is a restaurant staple. Originated in Bologna, Italy, the sauce is simmered in a sauce that extracts the flavor of the meat and is rich in flavor. The sauce has a deep flavor, so choose a strong red wine. Aglianico from Italy's Campania region has plenty of fruit, smooth tannins and a firm structure, making it the perfect wine to pair with flavorful meat sauces.
Fattoria La Rivolta/ Aglianico del Tabruno
Fattoria La Rivolta is a winery run by the Cotroneo family since 1812. Previously a farmer who grew grapes, he started making wine in 1997, and currently makes wine using biologic farming methods. Aglianico, an indigenous variety of Campania, has a long history, dating back to BC. Aglianico del Tabruno, produced by the current owner, Paolo Cotroneo, who is particular about using indigenous varieties, is a concentrated red wine with aromas of cherry and plum.
Pasta that goes well with lasagna
Lasagna is a pasta dish that is popular as a party menu, with a rich flavor and a large portion. The basic recipe for lasagna is to layer béchamel sauce, meat sauce, and parmesan cheese like a mille-feuille and bake in the oven. It has a very rich taste, so pair it with Lambrusco, a sparkling wine that will leave your mouth feeling refreshed. Lambrusco is a slightly sparkling wine produced in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy, and is characterized by a light and fruity flavor. Also, since the alcohol content is low, the lasagna will not be overly rich and you can enjoy it deliciously.
Donelli/ Lambrusco di Sorbara Secco Scaglietti
Lambrusco comes in sweet and dry varieties. When pairing with lasagna, choose a dry type. Donelli is a winery founded in 1915 by Adolfo Donelli. Today, we continue to carry on his passion and continue to make wine. Donelli's Scaglietti bottles are a series designed by F1 Ferrari designer Sergio Scaglietti. Donelli's Lambrusco di Sorbara Secco Scaglietti has a gorgeous strawberry aroma and soft tannins. A solid and dry Lambrusco.
Donelli Lambrusco di Sorvara Secco Scaglietti Bottle 750ml, Red Foam
