Parmigiana, Norma or Moussaka? - How to Pair Wine with Eggplant Classics

Eggplant offers dishes with a robust structure that require wines of strong character. For the classic Parmigiana, a fresh red like Cerasuolo di Vittoria or a Barbera d'Alba is ideal: their acidity is essential to cleanse the palate from the fried coating and to balance the succulence of the tomato and cheese.

In pasta alla norma, the balance is played between the savoriness of salted ricotta and the sweetness of seasonal vegetables. A Frappato or a full-bodied rosé are the perfect companions, as they offer a lively drinkability that enhances the basil without overpowering the contrasts of the sauce.

For moussaka, the presence of meat and béchamel demands more structure. A Primitivo del Salento or a Syrah are excellent choices: their velvety tannins and spicy notes interweave masterfully with the richness of the dish, supporting every layer of flavor.

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Etna Rosso DOC Contrada Pietrarizzo 2021 Tornatore

Etna Bianco DOC Sul Vulcano 2022 Donnafugata

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Franciacorta DOCG Brut Cuvée 22 Castello Bonomi

Barbera d'Alba DOC 2023 Bruno Giacosa

Etna DOC Rosso Contrada Monte Gorna 2022 Nicosia

Etna Rosso DOC Cauru 2023 Torre Mora

Côtes de Provence AOC Rouge XIIIe 2022 Château Peyrassol

Barbera d'Alba DOC Bricco dei Merli 2022 Elvio Cogno

Barbera d'Alba DOC Bric du Luv 2023 Ca' Viola

Barbera d'Asti DOC Bricco 2022 Paolo Conterno

Stellenbosch IG The Six Flowers 2023 Neethlingshof Estate

Stellenbosch IG Sauvignon Blanc The Jackal's Dance 2023 Neethlingshof Estate

Salento Primitivo IGT Torcicoda 2023 Tormaresca

Barbera d'Alba DOC Sori' del Drago 2023 Brovia

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Mendoza IG Rosé Nude 2025 Kaiken

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