We are happy to share our passion for Italian wines with you. Italy is famous all over the world for producing high quality wines , and we are proud to be part of this winemaking tradition . If you are a wine lover, we know that Italian wine can be a real discovery. With its different wine regions, each with its own unique wines, there is always something new to try. But how to combine Italian wines with Chinese cuisine?
When it comes to pairing wine with Chinese cuisine , there are a few general rules to follow:
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Choose a dry white wine to accompany fish , chicken and pork . Dry white wines are light and fresh and do not cover the taste of food.
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Choose a light red wine to accompany red meat dishes , such as beef. Light red wines have a more delicate flavor and do not overwhelm the taste of the meat.
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If you are serving a very spicy or hot dish , choose a sweet wine or sparkling wine . The sweet or sparkling will help to appease the spicy and balance the taste of the dish.
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In general, choose wines with a light, delicate flavor profile to accompany Chinese dishes. Wines that are too strong or complex could overpower the taste of food.
Here are some examples of pairing wine and Chinese cuisine:
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To accompany a plate of chicken and vegetable noodles , one might choose a dry white wine such as a Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Gris . These wines have a fresh and light taste profile and go well with the delicate flavors of the noodles.
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To accompany a Chinese-style beef dish, one might choose a light red wine such as a Pinot Noir or Merlot. These wines have a mild flavor profile and pair well with red meat .
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To accompany a plate of chili garlic chicken , one might choose a sweet wine or sparkling wine . Sweet or sparkling will help balance the spiciness of the dish and appease the palate.
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To accompany a plate of curried rice , one might choose a light white or rosé wine such as a Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Gris. The wine should have a light structure so as not to cover the taste of the rice.
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To accompany a dish of lobster in black bean sauce , you might choose a dry white wine like a Chardonnay or Vermentino. The wine should have a light structure so as not to cover the delicate taste of the lobster.
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To accompany a Peking duck dish, one might choose a light red wine such as a Pinot Noir or Merlot. The wine should have a light structure so as not to cover the taste of the meat.
- If you're dining on a chicken mandarin dish, try a light white wine like Verdicchio or Gavi .
- For meat dishes like Cantonese pork , opt for a robust red wine like Barolo or Brunello di Montalcino .
- If you plan to eat the famous Peking duck , we suggest you accompany it with a medium-bodied red wine such as Chianti or Sangiovese .
- And finally, to accompany Chinese desserts such as rice cakes or tea desserts , opt for a sweet wine such as Moscato or Passito di Pantelleria . We hope that these tips will help you discover new pairings between Italian wines and Chinese cuisine .
