Perfect Match: La Macioche Brunello di Montalcino, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Toskana, 2018, Rotwein
Tuscany · Sangiovese · € 70.95
Antipasti offer a variety of textures and mild fats, from cured meats to marinated vegetables. I chose La Macioche Brunello di Montalcino because its medium body and bright acidity cut through the fat while complementing the savory and spiced components. The Sangiovese base brings firm but ripe tannins and a balanced structure that supports the diverse flavors without overpowering them. This Brunello di Montalcino from Tuscany delivers the acidity and depth that antipasti demand, making it my suggestion for this dish.
Local Hero: Achleiten Grüner Veltliner Smaragd, Trocken, Wachau, Magnum, Niederösterreich, 2023, Weißwein
Niederösterreich · Grüner Veltliner · € 91.49
Da wir in Österreich sind, kommt mein Vorschlag aus der Wachau: der Achleiten Grüner Veltliner Smaragd. Seine frische Säure und dezente Würze harmonieren mit den unterschiedlichen Texturen und milden Fetten der Antipasti. Der mineralische Charakter des Smaragd spiegelt die Wachauer Herkunft und gibt dem Gericht einen regionalen Bezug, ohne die Komplexität der Speise zu überdecken.
Alternative: Résonance Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon, Oregon, 2021, Rotwein
Oregon · Pinot Noir · € 43.95
The Résonance Pinot Noir shares a similar acidity profile with the Primary but brings a lighter body and lower tannin. This makes it more delicate and less assertive, matching the fresher, lighter elements of antipasti without overwhelming subtler flavors. Its bright fruit emphasizes freshness in contrast to the denser structure of the Brunello.
Wildcard: Fairview OVP Steen, WO Western Cape, Western Cape, 2024, Weißwein
Western Cape · Chenin Blanc · € 22.50
Where the Primary cuts with acidity, the Fairview OVP Steen offers an off-dry balance that wraps the richer antipasti elements. The slight sweetness of this Chenin Blanc balances fat and salt, while its acidity maintains freshness. This contrast creates a different tactile experience that still respects the dish’s structure and complexity.