Spicy or highly seasoned dishes call for wine pairings capable of complementing their intensity without enhancing the burning sensation. Italian cuisine also offers famous examples of boldly flavored recipes, such as penne all’arrabbiata, ’nduja calabrese, or certain spicy cured meats from Southern Italy. These are joined by numerous international traditions where chili and spices take center stage, such as Indian, Thai, Mexican, Sichuan Chinese cuisine, and many customs of Southeast Asia.

To accompany these dishes, aromatic, fresh wines with very soft tannins are preferable, often with a slight residual sweetness. The aromatic qualities of grape varieties like Riesling, Gewürztraminer, or Moscato help complement the spices, while acidity and freshness refresh the palate, softening the heat. At the same time, wines with low tannins or a gentle sweetness avoid amplifying the chili’s burn, creating a more harmonious balance between the bold character of the dish and the softness of the wine.

Südtirol - Alto Adige Valle Isarco DOC Riesling 2025 Abbazia di Novacella

Südtirol - Alto Adige Valle Isarco DOC Riesling 2025 Abbazia di Novacella

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15.10 €
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Moscato d'Asti DOCG Zagara 2024 Marchesi di Barolo

0,75 ℓ
15.10 €
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Südtirol - Alto Adige DOC Gewürztraminer Sanct Valentin 2025 St. Michael Eppan

0,75 ℓ
30.70 €
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Südtirol - Alto Adige DOC Gewürztraminer 2024 St. Michael Eppan

Südtirol - Alto Adige DOC Gewürztraminer 2024 St. Michael Eppan

0,75 ℓ
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Südtirol - Alto Adige DOC Gewürztraminer Vigna Kolbenhof 2022 Hofstätter

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Südtirol - Alto Adige DOC 1840 Riesling 2025 H. Lun

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Venezia DOC Pinot Grigio 2025 Castello di Roncade

Venezia DOC Pinot Grigio 2025 Castello di Roncade

0,75 ℓ
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7.50 €
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Moscato d'Asti DOCG Biancospino 2025 La Spinetta

Moscato d'Asti DOCG Biancospino 2025 La Spinetta

0,75 ℓ
13.60 €
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Friuli Colli Orientali DOC Pinot Grigio Ramato 2024 Le Vigne di Zamò

Friuli Colli Orientali DOC Pinot Grigio Ramato 2024 Le Vigne di Zamò

0,75 ℓ
16.80 €
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Trentino DOC Bottega Vinai Gewürztraminer 2024 Cavit

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Toscana IGT Pinot Grigio San Angelo 2024 Banfi

Toscana IGT Pinot Grigio San Angelo 2024 Banfi

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14.70 €
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Moscato D'Asti DOCG Lumine 2025 Ca' D' Gal

Moscato D'Asti DOCG Lumine 2025 Ca' D' Gal

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16.90 €
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Südtirol - Alto Adige Pinot Grigio DOC Punggl 2023 Nals Margreid

Südtirol - Alto Adige Pinot Grigio DOC Punggl 2023 Nals Margreid

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Südtirol - Alto Adige DOC Gewürztraminer 2025 Ritterhof

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Südtirol - Alto Adige DOC Pinot Grigio 2024 Abbazia di Novacella

Südtirol - Alto Adige DOC Pinot Grigio 2024 Abbazia di Novacella

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Alsace Réserve AOC Riesling 2024 Gustave Lorentz

Alsace Réserve AOC Riesling 2024 Gustave Lorentz

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Mosel QbA Riesling Trocken 2025 Dr. Fischer

Mosel QbA Riesling Trocken 2025 Dr. Fischer

0,75 ℓ
14.20 €
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Friuli DOC Pinot Grigio Ramato Gossip 2024 Di Lenardo

Friuli DOC Pinot Grigio Ramato Gossip 2024 Di Lenardo

0,75 ℓ
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9.50 €
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