Pasta is great soul food. Depending on your taste and preference, there is a pasta dish to please everyone. From meaty, rich pastas to light olive oil topped ones, the options are endless. Similar to pasta, is the love for non-alcoholic wine. There is one non-alcoholic wine for everyone. And the best part is, it goes amazingly well with pasta. Whatever type of pasta you cook, find the perfect wine to pair with it, with the interesting list below of the best combinations to tickle the palate.
ROSÉ AND LASAGNA
Lasagna is a favourite with most people. The delectable layers of a thick creamy white sauce, a tomato intense meaty red sauce and smooth, velvety pasta sheets are a delight to the taste buds. But the best way to elevate lasagna to the next level is by pairing it with non-alcoholic rosé. Rosé has the acidic characteristic necessary to balance the tartness of the tomato, while also carrying enough berry notes to allow the white sauce to shine through. Give this combination a try at your next sit-down and it’s sure to be an instant hit.
MERLOT AND SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE
Spaghetti Bolognese is a classic Italian meat-based pasta. The sauce comprises of ground meat and tomatoes, and has a solid earthy flavour profile. It is a delicious and heavy pasta, which can make the perfect meal… Almost. It reaches the heights of absolute perfection when paired with a glass of non-alcoholic Merlot. Merlot is a solid red wine which is full- bodied. It helps balance the meatiness of the sauce and cuts through it well. The fruity flavours of the Merlot work exceptionally well with a spoonful of Bolognese. Try this combo to enjoy a feast for the tummy.
CHARDONNAY AND MUSHROOM ALFREDO
Alfredo pastas are known for their rich, thick and creamy sauce. The cheesy nature of the sauce and the mushrooms add a delicate yet intense flavour to the dish. A non-alcoholic Chardonnay is the best choice to cut across this richness without taking away from the taste. The fruity, light and slightly acidic Chardonnay washes the palate after every mouthful, preparing it for more bites of the delicious Alfredo pasta. Not all white wines pair well with creamy sauces, but Chardonnay gets it done with ease. Surely a combo to try out, whip this one up at the next party for some full tummies and happy friends.