What wine goes with pizza
Choose the wine for the topping. The classic match is an Italian red with acidity (Sangiovese, Chianti) for a tomato base. Spicy pepperoni likes Zinfandel and Shiraz, seafood likes Pinot Grigio and four cheeses likes Chardonnay.
What pairs with what
| Type | Wine | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Margherita, tomato base | Sangiovese, Chianti | The acidity of the wine mirrors the tomato sauce |
| Pepperoni, spicy | Zinfandel, Shiraz | Fruit and body stand up to spiced sausage |
| With seafood | Pinot Grigio | A light, fresh white does not overwhelm the shellfish |
| Four cheeses | Chardonnay | The body of the white balances rich cheese |
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FAQ
What wine goes with pepperoni pizza?
Zinfandel or Shiraz: their fruit and body balance the spicy, fatty sausage.
Red or white with pizza?
Red (Sangiovese, Chianti) for tomato and meat pizzas; white (Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay) for seafood and white-sauce pizzas.