When you think of the perfect partnership, what comes to mind? Perhaps a business consultant and an accountant? Or a butcher and a chef? Whilst these may be some of the most common partnerships, there is another match that has been steadily growing in popularity: the meat and Prosecco pairing. Whether it’s for work or pleasure, the combination of meat and sparkling wine seems to have taken the world by storm. After all, why wouldn’t these two great tastes go so well together? Meat has rich and bold flavors: it just needs something lighter to balance them out, and here it comes Prosecco!
In this blog post we’ll explore why meat and Prosecco are such partners in crime, as well as offer some suggestions on how you can incorporate this dynamic duo into your own diet!
How to pair meat with Prosecco
When pairing meat with Prosecco, it’s important to choose the right meat and the right sparkling. It can be a little overwhelming, so we’ve listed out our top tips for pairing meat and Prosecco.
Choose the right meat. You don’t want to pair a fatty cut like a ribeye with a light sparkling wine. Instead, choose a leaner cut like a beef tenderloin. Choose your cheese and vegetables carefully as well. Everything on the table should fit perfectly.
Chicken and Prosecco
Chicken and Prosecco pairings are some of our favorite ways to enjoy a midweek meal. They’re simple, stress-free and so much fun. If you’ve ever been to an Italian restaurant, you may have seen the pairing before. It’s not exactly a classic, but there is quite a lot of thought that goes into each one and how it will complement the flavors of the dish we are eating – and vice versa.
For example, you can try a prosciutto wrapped chicken with spinach and ricotta accompanied by a glass of Prosecco. The smokiness of the chicken goes beautifully with the nutty flavor of the ricotta and the subtle bite of the spinach. Both ingredients will make the chicken taste even richer and more indulgent, while the wine will help to cleanse your mouth. We like to serve this with a dry, crisp and refreshing prosecco, like the Strada di Guia 109 Brut of Foss Marai. This style of prosecco has acacia and fruit notes, which will pair beautifully with the chicken and ricotta and will also stand up to the strong flavors of the spinach.
You can find Strada di Guia 109 Brut only on the online Foss Marai shop: its exclusivity enhances even more the pleasure of tasting it.
Prosecco and turkey
Prosecco is the perfect drink to enjoy with friends, family, and festive food. There’s so much to love about Prosecco: it’s light and bubbly, with a sweet and fruity taste that goes well with any meal, especially with turkey! This combination is fruity, light, and creamy, and it goes perfectly with the strong taste of this kind of meat.
Our favorite pairing is apple fried turkey. It’s an incredible recipe that combines the juiciness of roasted turkey with the crunchiness of fried apple sauce. Meat is roasted and then fried in a skillet with butter and apple cider until the skin is crispy. Be sure to remove the turkey from the skillet before the skin browns too much. The apple scent fits perfectly with sparkling wine flavors. Prosecco aroma enhances the fruity nuances of this kind of meat.
Why meat and Prosecco are a winning team
Finally, let’s take a look at why meat and Prosecco are such a winning combination. When you use this guide to pair your favorite meat with your favorite fizz, it will ensure you get the tastiest results every time. There are a few reasons why these two are a winning team
Saltiness and sweetness are a great match for fizz, which is naturally acidic. Prosecco has a naturally fruity flavour, which is best to flavour with salt and sweetness. Prosecco is usually a little sweeter than other sparkling wines, making it a great match for meat. A drier wine will contrast the salt in a meat dish and make it taste stronger.
Sparkling wine is a great pairing for most meat dishes because it’s not as heavy as a red wine. It’s also easy to drink a lot of without feeling as if you’re overstaying your welcome at the table.
That’s why we advise to try Foss Marai Prosecco DOCG. It comes from Glera grapes grown on Valdobbiadene hills, a UNESCO heritage site! It has a balanced flavour, in which acidity and residual sugar blend to create a pleasant ensemble: the perfect match for meat courses.
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