What Wine Should I Pair With My Pizza?

Yes, wine and pizza pair well together. But, pair the wrong wine with the wrong pizza and it’s likely not going to be a pleasurable experience.  To help take out the guesswork, we have put together a few suggested pairings that will complement our pizzas.

Pepperoni, Ricotta & Sausage, or Calabrese

Red: A medium-bodied and acidic wine will complement the spicy and fatty flavors. Chianti and Merlot are great choices.

White:  Prosecco will pair well as it will cut through the spiciness of the meat.

Margherita or Italiana

Red:  Chianti is made from the Sangiovese grape. The acidity in the tomatoes matches the acidity that is found naturally in Sangiovese.

White: The herbal notes of basil combine well with the floral notes of Pinot Grigio. It is refreshing and will highlight the tomato sauce.

A Rose will also work well to intensify the basil flavor but balance the acidity of the sauce.

Carne Trio or Capricciosa

Red: Cabernet Sauvignon has elevated tannins that will match the fattiness of the meats.

White: Chardonnay has good acidity and tannins to balance the richness of the meat. Sauvignon Blanc is also a nice choice. It is crisp and refreshing with enough acidity to balance the richness of the cheese and meat flavors.

The Forbidden One

Red: Merlot will bring out the sweetness of the pineapple.

White: Riesling will pair well due to the sweetness of the pineapple and the saltiness of the ham.

Buffalina, 6 Formaggi, or the Stella

Red: Pinot Noir has low tannins. It adds flavors of fruit and bright acidity that make it a nice balance for white pizza.

White: Sauvignon Blanc is dry and crisp. It will pair well with a lighter pizza. Chardonnay will bring out the creaminess of cheeses.

Basil Pesto

Red: Malbec pairs well with the pesto’s bold flavors.

White: Sauvignon Blanc has grassy aromas that will complement the aromas of the basil. Pinot Grigio is also a nice choice.

The Angry Goat

Red: Sangue di Giuda is a sweet wine. It contains less tannins and is light on alcohol. Therefore, it can ease the burn.

White: For the same reasons as the suggested red pairing, Moscato will be a great choice.

Antica Pizzeria takes pride in the curating of wines that complement its’ star attraction, pizza!