Aglianico del Taburno Food Pairing

Aglianico's versatility allows it to be paired with a range of rich and hearty dishes, particularly those featuring bold flavors and savory, earthy ingredients.

BBQ and Red Meat

BBQ: BBQ'd Rib Eye. BBQ'd Porterhouse. Spare Ribs. Short Ribs. Braised Beef. Carne Asada. The smoky, savory flavors of barbecued meats work well with the deep, smoky undertones in some Aglianico wines.

Grilled or Roasted Lamb: The rich, gamey flavor of lamb pairs beautifully with the wine's bold tannins. Roast Lamb Shoulder. Lamb Shanks.

Steak: A hearty, well-marbled steak is a classic pairing with Aglianico's firm structure.

Spicy Sausages: Particularly those with herbs like fennel or oregano that echo the wine’s savory notes.

Game

Wild Boar / Venison: The strong, earthy flavors of game match Aglianico’s robust profile. Venison Burger.

Duck Breast or confit will enhance the wine's fruit and spicy notes.

Tomato-Based Sauces

Osso Buco: This classic Italian braised veal shank dish, often served with a tomato-based sauce, pairs wonderfully with Aglianico's acidity.

Other: Chili con Carne. Pasta with Meat. Spicy Meatballs.

Rich Stews

Oxtail Stew. Beef Stew. Lamb Stew. Pork Stew. Rabbit Stew.

Ragu: A hearty, slow-cooked meat ragu over pasta can highlight the wine's fruit and earthy notes.

Danobe: Frenche beef stew made with carrots, celery, onions and mushrooms.

Mushroom-Based Dishes

Mushroom Ragu. Roasted Mushrooms.

Truffle Risotto: The earthy flavors of truffles and mushrooms complement the wine's minerality and savory character.

Mushroom Ravioli: Brings out the wine's depth and enhances its herbal undertones.

Hearty Pasta Dishes

Pasta all'Amatriciana: The tomato, guanciale, and pecorino in this Roman pasta dish can match the wine's acidity and tannic structure.

Lasagna: A rich, layered lasagna with béchamel and meat sauce pairs well with the wine's full body and acidity.

Southern Italian Dishes