Ah pizza! Pizza is a food much-loved by the entire world. With worldwide debates on whether pineapple belongs on pizza, and the delicious cheesy gooeyness of a classic cheese pizza, it’s fair to say, pizza is a winner in terms of food. For a long time, wine was considering a drink of elegance and was not exactly the first drink of choice to pair with a delicious pizza. However, times have changed and wine is becoming more and more commonly paired with a variety of foods rather than just with fancy sit-down dinners. This offers a plethora of delightful wine-pizza combos which are sure to enhance any meal.
MARGHERITA
This one is a classic. Who doesn’t love a perfect thin crust, topped with fresh tomato sauce and a layer of oozy cheesy goodness. This pizza is simple yet wholesome and delicious. A Margherita is enhanced further with a good white wine. Try a non-alcoholic Chardonnay to lift the flavour and give it a boost. The sweet, crisp and light notes of the Chardonnay add some character to the Margherita, making it a match made in pizza heaven.
PEPPERONI
Pepperoni pizza is another favourite. With delicious crisp crust, and rounds of meat, this packs a punch in terms of taste. For this pizza, choose a wine which is not too acidic, nor sweet. A good red wine, maybe a non-alcoholic Merlot would be perfect. The meaty flavors work particularly well with the rounded Merlot and lift up your meal a notch. The tang of the tomato is also enhanced, making this combo a formidable one for any party.
WHITE PIZZA
White pizzas are gaining popularity in certain places due to their total lack of tomato sauce. This makes the pizza taste entirely different and brings a whole different set of flavors to the table. Without the acidic sauce, it can be perfectly paired with an acidic, crisp, bubbly white wine. But the best combination would be something with effervescence. Pair some non-alcoholic Champagne with a white pizza to experience something truly different and unique.
VEGGIE PIZZA
A veggie pizza is usually topped with olives, mushrooms, onions and peppers. This brings an array of flavors to the plate and keeps the palate satisfied. The best wine to go with this pizza is a non-alcoholic rosé. Dry and with a subtle flavour, this is the perfect accompaniment for the medley of veggies and cheese. A simple combo, but one that is sure to be loved by all.
HAWAIIAN PIZZA
This one is a love or hate choice and a sure point of conflict at any party. But the wine that will elevate this sweet and salty pizza is a sweet white wine. Consider a non-alcoholic Chardonnay or even a riesling to up the ante. The fruity flavors of these wines will enhance the tropical pineapple taste and give taste buds a true feast.