Perfect Match: Terra Costantino Fabio Vincenzo Contrada Blandano, Terre Siciliane IGP, Sizilien, 2018, Weißwein
Sicily · Grüner Veltliner · € 39.95
Since you're serving backhendl, a beautifully fried and crispy chicken dish with a rich, fatty coating, I grabbed the Terra Costantino Fabio Vincenzo Contrada Blandano, Terre Siciliane IGP 2018. This Sicilian Sauvignon Blanc delivers medium body with a vibrant acidity that perfectly cuts through the fried fat, refreshing the palate after each bite. The wine’s crispness and energy balance the dish’s richness without overwhelming its delicate chicken flavors, making it the classic and natural companion for backhendl.
Local Hero: Grüner Veltliner Federspiel Kollmitz, Wachau, Niederösterreich, 2025, Weißwein
Wachau · Grüner Veltliner · € 14.95
Since we are in Austria, I selected the Grüner Veltliner Federspiel Kollmitz from Wachau as our local hero. This wine offers bright acidity and a subtle spicy character that mirrors the primary’s freshness but with a distinct regional personality. Its clean structure and gentle peppery notes complement the crispy fried chicken skin elegantly, enhancing the dish without overpowering its delicate flavors.
Alternative: Domaine Drouhin Laurène Pinot Noir Cuvée, Willamette Valey, Oregon, Oregon, 2016, Rotwein
Oregon · Pinot Noir · € 86.00
I picked the Domaine Drouhin Laurène Pinot Noir Cuvée from Oregon as an alternative because it shares a similar refreshing acidity with the primary but introduces a light-bodied red profile. Its low tannins and bright red fruit bring a gentle fruitiness that complements the fried chicken without overpowering it. This Pinot Noir’s subtle earthiness and softness provide an elegant twist, broadening the pairing possibilities while respecting the dish’s medium weight.
Wildcard: Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Diabas, Mosel, Mosel, 2022, Weißwein
Mosel · Riesling · € 46.95
Where the primary Sauvignon Blanc cuts sharply through the fat, this Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Diabas Riesling brings a different approach: an off-dry profile with bright acidity and a hint of sweetness that wraps around the fried richness. The slight sweetness balances the oily coating, while the lively acidity refreshes the palate, offering a harmonious contrast to the backhendl’s texture.