Wine Pairing
Clams in Tomato Sauce
Tomatoes are packed with acid. This can be a wine pairing problem. If you pair fresh tomatoes with a low acid wine, the wine will taste flat.
High acid wines pair well with tomatoes and a Savignon Blanc will generally do the job.
Pairing Suggestions
Sauvignon Blanc (France)
Rueda (Spain)
Verdicchio (Italy)
Other Excellent Alternatives
Champagne (France)
Prosecco (Italy)
Cava (Spain)
Sekt (Germany)
Go Local if You Can
Pairing local wine with local food will enhance the dining experience by harmonizing the characteristics of the wine with the ingredients and cooking styles of the region.
Terroir
The environmental factors, soil, climate, and topography, that influence the characteristics of a wine, represent the Terroir of a region.
Culture and Tradition
Local wines are deeply intertwined with the culture and traditions of a region. Pairing local wine with local cuisine creates an authentic culinary experience.
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