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Wine Pairing
Paella di Pesce
(Seafood Paella)

Seafood Paella

Paella is a Spanish rice dish from Valencia.

The traditional Paella contains meat and vegetables.

Seafood Paella contains seafood and drops green vegetables.

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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