Perfect Match: Fattoria Casa Di Terra Mosaico, Bolgheri DOC, Toskana, 2023, Rotwein
Tuscany · Merlot · € 29.95
Spaghetti Bolognese has a rich meat sauce with acidity from tomatoes and some fat from the minced meat. I chose the Fattoria Casa Di Terra Mosaico because its Sangiovese base provides bright acidity that cuts through the fat and medium body that matches the sauce's weight. The Bolgheri DOC terroir adds a firm structure without overwhelming the dish. For me, this is the benchmark for this dish.
Local Hero: Lautner Wiesenklee Blaufränkisch Bio, Trocken, Österreich, Burgenland, 2021, Rotwein
Burgenland · Blaufränkisch · € 20.50
Da wir in Österreich sind, kommt mein Vorschlag aus dem Burgenland. Der Lautner Wiesenklee Blaufränkisch bringt mittleres Gewicht und frische Säure mit, die gut zur Tomatensäure und dem Fleischreichtum passen. Die Bio-Qualität sorgt für eine klare, direkte Struktur ohne Überladung.
Alternative: Fontanafredda Raimonda Barbera d'Alba, Barbera d'Alba DOC, Piemont, 2024, Rotwein
Piedmont · Barbera · € 14.95
The Fontanafredda Raimonda Barbera d'Alba shares a similar high acidity and medium body with the primary, making it an accessible alternative. The acidity cuts through the fat while the different aromatic profile offers a subtle variation without losing structural balance.
Wildcard: Kleine Zalze Project Z Syrah, Wine of South Africa, Western Cape, 2021, Rotwein
Western Cape · Syrah · € 69.00
Where the primary cuts with acidity, the Kleine Zalze Project Z Syrah wraps the palate with ripe fruit and moderate tannins. This Grenache-based blend balances the hearty sauce through its softness and approachable structure, offering a less angular but still supportive match.