![]() ![]() ![]() Another Assyrtiko just made the list, but I honestly believe that the 2020 Assyrtiko Santorini by Domaine Sigalas is the perfect match for gyros. Gyros is a popular street-food that consists of shaved pork or chicken in a pita wrap with yogurt or tzatziki, tomatoes, onions, and even fries! There are other variations of the recipe that include carrots, lettuce, or other sauces than yogurt based ones, but this is the traditional recipe. The citrusy flavors and the noticeable but pleasant acidity of the wine will definitely leave you satisfied. Try this Italian 2020 Piere Sauvignon Blanc by Vie di Romans to match with grilled octopus. So, what goes well with the delicate flavor of octopus? The best option is a wine with depth, robust flavor, and enough acidity to cut through the octopus flesh. One of the simplest yet most delectable ways to cook octopus is on the grill, with a drizzle of good olive oil, a sprinkle of fine sea salt, and a touch of lemon. With its tropical fruit and Meyer lemon notes, it will compliment the chicken perfectly. Try this 2019 Bodegas Escorihuela Gascon Candela Inspiration Unoaked Chardonnay. As you can guess, since this dish is on the plain side when it comes to herbs and spices, you’re going to want to match it with an unoaked white wine so that the chicken’s flavors don’t get lost. Greek chicken is seasoned with oregano and served with an olive oil and lemon dressing, that is usually served with rice or baked potatoes. Its acidity and minerality can definitely balance the flavors of the olives, feta cheese and tomatoes. Personally, I would go for an Assyrtiko, like this 2020 one from Estate Argyros. ![]() What you need is a crisp and vibrant white wine that can live up to the rich flavors of the ingredients. Tomatoes, green peppers, olives, onions, feta cheese and oregano sound like a difficult combination to match with one single wine. Trying to find the best match for a greek salad can be difficult, because of all the different flavors the dish contains. This light, crisp and slightly sweet wine will complement most Greek dishes. If you’re looking for an international wine, try a Riesling. It’s one of the country’s top wines, and deservingly so, since it has a characteristic minerality that perfectly complements a variety of dishes, especially seafood-centered ones. Best White Wine for Greek FoodĪ must-try Greek white wine for the next time you enjoy a Greek meal, is Assyrtiko, from the island of Santorini. This dry, medium bodied red is a classic choice and it pairs well with Greek food. If you’re looking for an international red wine to pair with Greek cuisine, try a Cabernet Franc. It’s a very versatile wine that can express itself very differently, depending on the winemaking conditions, but ,overall, its velvet tannins and medium acidity make it a perfect match for traditional Greek dishes. Personally, I believe that the best Greek wine to match with Greek food, is none other than Agiorgitiko, from the famous winemaking region of Nemea. ![]() These are just some basic “guidelines”, but don’t worry, we’ll talk in more detail about specific Greek food and wine pairing later in the article. For creamy dishes with a greek yogurt base or dishes with oily fish, like sardines, you’re going to need a crisp, acidic white wine to cut through the “fatty” flavors. Lighter meals like grilled chicken or a salad are going to go with white wines, and red meats or other heartier dishes are going to go with reds. The majority of the following ingredients may be found in any Greek kitchen: Olives (and olive oil, obviously), Feta Cheese, Greek Yogurt, Herbs (thyme, oregano and rosemary are the classic ones), legumes, seasonal fruits and vegetables, fish and seafood, and of course chicken and beef.Ĭhoosing the right wine depending on the ingredients of a dish isn’t that difficult when it comes to greek cuisine, since there aren’t many heavily spiced dishes or exotic ingredients used, so the fundamentals of wine and food pairing apply. Greek food makes extensive use of locally sourced products, from freshly harvested produce to cheese made in Greece. Greek food: Common ingredients and pairings ![]()
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