The Best Wines to Pair with Pizza – A Guide from Wine Simple
Pizza and wine – a match made in foodie heaven! Whether you’re enjoying a classic Margherita, a rich BBQ meat lovers, or a gourmet truffle mushroom pizza, there’s a perfect wine pairing for every slice. At Wine Simple, we stock a wide range of premium Australian wines that pair beautifully with all types of pizza. So, if you’re wondering what wine goes with pizza, we’ve got you covered!
1. Classic Margherita Pizza
A Margherita pizza, with its simple yet flavourful combination of tomato, mozzarella, and basil, pairs best with light-to-medium-bodied wines that won’t overpower the dish.
- Hoddles Creek Pinot Noir – A delicate red with bright cherry and earthy notes, enhancing the simplicity of Margherita.
- First Drop Endless Summer Pinot Grigio – A crisp white wine that complements the tomato’s acidity and fresh basil.
2. Pepperoni Pizza
With its spicy, salty, and slightly greasy goodness, pepperoni pizza needs a wine with enough acidity and structure to cut through the richness.
- Teusner Albert Shiraz – A bold Shiraz with peppery spice and dark fruit, perfect for balancing pepperoni’s heat.
- Purple Hands Grenache – A medium-bodied red with juicy fruit and soft tannins, complementing the spice of pepperoni.
3. BBQ Meat Lovers Pizza
A BBQ meat lovers pizza is packed with smoky, sweet, and savoury flavours, requiring a bold wine with good acidity to balance the richness.
- Henschke Tappa Pass Shiraz – A full-bodied red with smoky oak and deep fruit, enhancing the BBQ sauce’s sweetness.
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