Mint, rosemary and sage are just a few key herbs you’ll find in this category. Generally used to lend a specific note to a dish, herbs should not go unnoticed when talking about food and wine pairings.
The fun part is to look for bottles that either match or contrast your herbs. Mint for example can be a fantastic pairing with a herbal Italian white, such as Erbaluce, Vermentino or Sauvignon.
Our recommendations below help you match herbs with wines.
Cilantro Lime Chicken
Cilantro Lime Chicken is a dish that marries the tartness of lime with the earthy, herbal notes of cilantro. A medium-bodied wine with a good level of acidity can act as the perfect foil to this zesty, herby creation. The wine's acidity will echo the dish's own vibrant flavors, while its moderate alcohol content ensures that neither the wine nor the dish dominates the experience, making the entire meal delightfully balanced.
Castiglioni Chianti,
A luscious, ruby-hued Chianti from Frescobaldi that enchants with notes of blueberries, currants, and vanilla. Velvety and tangy, this wine invites you back for another sip. £8.8.
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La Spinetta Il Rose di Casanova
Can cellar up to four years. Rivetti family heritage, inspired by Provence pinks but with Italian Sangiovese and Prugnolo Gentile. Citrus and berry notes, fresh palate, light-bodied, pure finish.
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Terebinto Grillo
Aromatic white, notes of apricot, tropical fruits like lychee and pineapple. Fresh and textured.
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Grillo Sicilia DOC Grottarossa
Straw-yellow hue, floral jasmine, green pepper, citrus, and exotic fruits, reflecting in taste.
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Tenimenti Grieco, 'Passo alle Tremiti', Molise, Falanghina
Experience the 2021 Falanghina, an aromatic dance of floral and herbal essences. With ripe fruit and citrus zest, it culminates in a saline-mineral finish for a fresh twist.
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San Sisto Pecorino Falerio DOC
Straw hue, green apple, herbaceous. Fresh, tangy, mineral touch.
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Chiara Boschis - E Pira Barolo Cannubi Organic, Magnum
Deep, bold magnum red displaying aromas of strawberries, leather, white chocolate, and powerful tannins.
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Castello Bonomi Franciacorta Extra Brut Cuvee Lucrezia Etichetta Nera
A luxurious sparkling wine with ripe berry and citrus notes. Aged 120 months, pairs well with lobster and mature cheese. Cellar for 20 years.
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Al-Cantara, 'Luci Luci', Etna, Sicily
An elegant 2019 white, full of forest fruits and rosehip aromas. Vanilla and leather hints add depth. Pure, minerally, and spicy.
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