Wine Pairing
Paella aux Fruits de Mer
(Seafood Paella)
Paella is a Spanish rice dish from Valencia.
The traditional Paella contains meat and vegetables.
Seafood Paella contains seafood and omits green vegetables.
Paella is a Rich Dish. It should be paired with a wine that complement all the flavours of Fish, Shellfish, Rice, Spices, and Vegetables.
Our best suggestion is a Quality Rosé.
A good Quality Sparkling will also do the job.
A nice general rule is: What grows together, goes together:
Spanish Wines, go best with Spanish Paella de Marisco.
Italian Wines, go best with Italian Paella di Pesce.
French Wines, go best with French Paella au Fruits de Mer.
Pairing Suggestions
Navarra Rosado (Spain)
Nebbiolo Rosato (Italy)
Languedoc Rosé (France)
Rioja Rosado (Spain)
Other Excellent Alternatives
Cava Brut (Spain)
Metodo Classico (Italy)
Champagne (France)
Crémant (France)
White Alternatives
Albariño (Spain)
Verdicchio (Italy)
Sancerre (France)
Rueda (Spain)
Sauvignon Blanc (World)
Avoid Reds!
The high content of iron in red wines is responsible for the unpleasant Metallic Taste and Fishy Aftertaste.
Even worse if lemon and citrus are presents.
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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