Perfect Match: Brunello di Montalcino Prime Donne, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Toskana, 2018, Rotwein
Tuscany · Sangiovese · € 70.00
Since Tiroler Gröstl is a hearty dish with fried potatoes and pork, I grabbed the Brunello di Montalcino Prime Donne 2018 because it has the perfect medium weight and bright acidity to cut through the richness without overpowering the flavors. Its structured tannins and vibrant acidity refresh the palate alongside the dish's fried components, while the complex fruit and earthiness from this prestigious Tuscan terroir harmonize beautifully with the pork’s savory depth. This classic pairing brings out the best in both the food and wine, balancing richness with lift.
Local Hero: Ried Kreutles Loibner Grüner Veltliner Smaragd, Trocken, Wachau, Niederösterreich, 2024, Weißwein
Wachau · Grüner Veltliner · € 44.95
Since we are in Austria, I selected the Ried Kreutles Loibner Grüner Veltliner Smaragd 2024 as our local hero. Its bright acidity and subtle spicy notes provide a lively contrast to the fatty, fried pork and potatoes in Tiroler Gröstl. This Wachau Grüner Veltliner brings a mineral-driven freshness and a medium body that mirrors the structure of the Brunello but with a crisp white wine twist, perfectly framing the dish's richness while offering a distinctly regional expression.
Alternative: Domaine Drouhin Dundee Hills Pinot Noir, Willamette Valey, Oregon, Oregon, 2019, Rotwein
Oregon · Pinot Noir · € 57.95
I grabbed the Domaine Drouhin Dundee Hills Pinot Noir 2019 as a softer alternative to the Brunello. It shares a similar acidity level that freshens the palate alongside the pork and potatoes, but with a lighter body and more delicate tannins. The Willamette Valley terroir adds bright red fruit and subtle earthiness, offering a graceful and elegant profile that complements Tiroler Gröstl without overwhelming its rustic character.
Wildcard: Saarfels Riesling Auslese Goldkapsel, Edelsüß, Saar, Mosel, 2019, Weißwein
Mosel · Riesling · € 45.00
Where the Brunello cuts with acidity, this Saarfels Riesling Auslese Goldkapsel 2019 wraps with a gentle off-dry sweetness and vibrant acidity. I picked it because its balance of sugar and acidity softens the fried pork’s fat while elevating the savory, caramelized potato flavors. This German Auslese brings an aromatic intensity and a touch of richness that contrasts the dry reds, making it a deliciously unexpected yet harmonious partner to Tiroler Gröstl.