Pizza
What Wine Goes With Pizza
Our Favourite Pairings
Chianti
– Perfect with classic tomato & cheese pizza.
Barbera
– Bright acidity complements tomato-based pizzas.
Zinfandel
– Ideal with pepperoni & meat lovers’ pizza.
Primitivo
– Rich fruit pairs beautifully with sausage & barbecue pizza.
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Why It Works
Pizza combines rich cheese, tangy tomato sauce, and savoury toppings, making it a natural match for fruit-forward, food-friendly red wines.
Chianti and Barbera provide the bright acidity needed to complement the tomato sauce, while Zinfandel and Primitivo bring ripe fruit and spice that pair beautifully with hearty toppings like pepperoni, sausage, and grilled meats.
Together, they create a balanced pairing where both the wine and the pizza shine.
BIN 104 Tip:
Don’t choose your wine by the pizza—choose it by the sauce.
Tomato-based pizzas shine with vibrant reds, while white-sauce pizzas pair beautifully with Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, or Soave.
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