WINE AND SPAGHETTI CARBONARA: 2 PERFECT MATCHES

This Iconic Italian Dish is a Sure Bet When Hosting Friends for Dinner

This iconic Italian dish is a reliable choice if you're inviting friends over for dinner. In this case, pairing wine with carbonara is essential. To help you, here are two perfect pairing suggestions.

What to Drink with Spaghetti Carbonara?

Spaghetti Carbonara = White Wine

The great thing about pasta is that it pairs easily with almost anything, though it obviously depends on the sauce it's served with. In the case of spaghetti carbonara, a crisp and tangy white wine is the way to go. Why? Simply because the creamy texture of the egg yolk calls for a wine that can cut through and refresh the palate. But you also need to consider the crunchy texture and salty taste of the bacon. Therefore, the wine's acidity shouldn't be too pronounced. This is why it's best to choose a wine with a fruity character and a good balance between sweetness and acidity.

A Structured White Wine

The final criterion to consider is the wine's structure. A white wine that's too light wouldn't stand up to spaghetti carbonara, given the robust nature of the dish. Not to mention that it's traditionally topped with Parmesan cheese! That's why we recommend opting for wines from the South of France, known for their fruity aromas and full-bodied structure, such as an IGP Pays d'Oc wine (Languedoc-Roussillon) like the Viognier from Domaine d'Hondrat or a Côtes-de-Provence (Provence). However, a white wine from Mâcon-Villages (Burgundy), like the Mâcon-Chaintré from Domaine Mathias, with its southern notes, would also pair perfectly.