Which Alsace wine to serve with seafood ?
Seafood are delicate dishes that deserve to be accompanied by carefully selected Alsace wines. Let us introduce you to the best options for sublimating your seafood meals. Whether you’re a fan of Riesling, Pinot Gris or Crémant, we’ve got some recommendations for you.
Riesling: Balanced freshness
Riesling is the ideal companion for seafood. Its freshness, lively acidity and citrus aromas blend perfectly with the iodized flavors of oysters and shellfish. Opt for a dry Alsace Riesling for a harmonious match.
Pinot Gris: Elegant Richness
Dry Pinot Gris offers a richer texture and ripe fruit aromas. It’s the perfect accompaniment to creamier seafood dishes, such as scallops au gratin or langoustines in sauce.
Sylvaner : Authentic lightness
Sylvaner, with its lightness and freshness, is an excellent choice for grilled or pan-fried seafood. Its lively, mineral character enhances marine flavors without overpowering them. Serve chilled for an authentic experience.
Edelzwicker: The Subtle Blend
Edelzwicker, a blend of different Alsatian grape varieties, is often overlooked but well worth discovering. Its versatility makes it an excellent choice to accompany a variety of seafood, from oysters to calamari.
Crémant : Sparkling Elegance
Crémant d’Alsace is a sparkling wine that adds a festive touch to your meals. Its fine bubbles and freshness make it an excellent choice for celebrating a special moment with seafood.
Cuvée “Harmonie”: The Unexpected Alliance
Domaine GUETH’s Cuvée Harmonie is a dry white wine that combines Riesling and Gewurztraminer. These two grape varieties, which are so opposed to each other, harmonize to create a fresh, mineral wine thanks to the Riesling, with subtle rose and lychee aromas provided by the Gewurztraminer. An unexpected wine for an equally unexpected seafood pairing.
Cuvée “Les Grès Roses”: Saline Subtlety
Cuvée “Les Grès Roses” is a dry white wine from Domaine GUETH, made from a blend of Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris. Its delicacy, subtlety and salinity make it a perfect choice to accompany the finest seafood.
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Alsace Wines to Enhance Your Seafood
Discover the harmony between seafood flavors and Alsace wines. Our selection will enable you to sublimate your meals and create unforgettable moments. Feel free to explore the different wine families to find your perfect match. Enjoy your meal !