Perfect Match: Fontodi Chianti Classico Filetta di Lamole, Chianti Classico DOCG, Toskana, 2021, Rotwein
Tuscany · Sangiovese · € 32.95
Tiroler Gröstl combines fried potatoes with pork and beef, creating a dish rich in fat and umami. I chose the Fontodi Chianti Classico Filetta di Lamole because its medium body and firm acidity cut through the fried components without overpowering the meat. The moderate tannins provide structure that matches the dish’s density, while the wine’s balanced profile from Chianti’s Sangiovese offers a clear, focused counterpoint to the dish’s rustic richness. For me, this is the benchmark for this dish.
Local Hero: Ein wildes Gläschen Grüner Veltliner, Wein aus Österreich, Wein aus Österreich, 2023, Weißwein
Vienna · Grüner Veltliner · € 17.95
Since we are in Austria, my suggestion comes from Grüner Veltliner. It offers bright acidity and moderate body that complements the fried, fatty nature of Tiroler Gröstl. The wine’s freshness and mineral note provide a regional mirror to the dish’s richness without overwhelming it.
Alternative: Domaine Drouhin Laurène Pinot Noir Cuvée, Willamette Valey, Oregon, Oregon, 2016, Rotwein
Oregon · Pinot Noir · € 86.00
The Domaine Drouhin Laurène Pinot Noir shares a similar acidity profile with the Chianti but presents a lighter body and different aromatic complexity. Its moderate acidity and softer tannins pair well with the pork and potatoes, providing a more delicate, nuanced expression alongside the richness of the dish.
Wildcard: Juffer Sonnenuhr Riesling GG, Trocken, Mosel, Mosel, 2021, Weißwein
Mosel · Riesling · € 44.95
Where the Chianti cuts with firm tannins, the Juffer Sonnenuhr Riesling GG wraps with off-dry sweetness and high acidity. This balance refreshes the palate against the fat and fried elements, offering a slightly softer, fruit-driven counterweight.