The perfect pairing for Genoese pesto must tackle a specific challenge: the aromatic intensity of basil and the rich, oily texture of pine nuts and Parmigiano. The choice almost inevitably falls on dry, fresh and sapid white wines, able to cleanse the palate without overpowering the garden aromas: a Pigato ligure or a Vermentino are the classic companions of choice. This same Mediterranean philosophy, made of fresh herbs and strictly raw seasonings, is found in a constellation of kindred dishes ideal for warm days, each with its own distinctive character.

The journey begins in the South with pesto alla trapanese (raw tomato and almonds), which demands the bright structure of a Grillo siciliano to withstand the tomato's acidity, and moves up with the refreshing zucchini and mint pesto, enhanced by the herbal notes of a Sauvignon Blanc. For summer icons like pasta alla checca (cherry tomatoes, mozzarella and lots of basil) or spaghetti with summer green sauce (parsley, capers and anchovies), the key is to balance the sapidity and sweetness of the cheeses: go for the minerality of a Fiano or the palate-cleansing effect of a Brut sparkling wine, both perfect for washing away the persistence of garlic.

Trevenezie IGT Sauvignon Blanc 2025 Ca' di Rajo

Trevenezie IGT Sauvignon Blanc 2025 Ca' di Rajo

0,75 ℓ
10.80 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  14.40 €/ℓ
 incl. VAT and taxes
Vermentino di Sardegna DOC Costamolino 2025 Argiolas

Vermentino di Sardegna DOC Costamolino 2025 Argiolas

0,75 ℓ
Not discountable
11.30 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  15.07 €/ℓ
 incl. VAT and taxes
Running low on stock
Sicilia DOC Grillo Colori di Sicilia 2025 Feudi del Pisciotto

Sicilia DOC Grillo Colori di Sicilia 2025 Feudi del Pisciotto

0,75 ℓ
Discount 5%
11.40 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  15.20 €/ℓ
 incl. VAT and taxes
Lowest price: 12.10 € 
Only 10 left
Toscana IGT Vermentino Elianto 2022 Castelli del Grevepesa

Toscana IGT Vermentino Elianto 2022 Castelli del Grevepesa

0,75 ℓ
Discount 5%
10.80 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  14.40 €/ℓ
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Lowest price: 11.40 € 
Only 2 left
Cirò DOC Bianco Segno 2025 Librandi

Cirò DOC Bianco Segno 2025 Librandi

0,75 ℓ
9.50 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  12.67 €/ℓ
 incl. VAT and taxes
Only 7 left
Sicilia DOC Grillo Vegan 2025 Nicosia

Sicilia DOC Grillo Vegan 2025 Nicosia

0,75 ℓ
10.10 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  13.47 €/ℓ
 incl. VAT and taxes
Only 11 left
Collio DOC Sauvignon 2024 Villanova

Collio DOC Sauvignon 2024 Villanova

0,75 ℓ
93
95
Discount 20%
14.40 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  19.20 €/ℓ
 incl. VAT and taxes
Lowest price: 18.10 € 
Lazio Vermentino IGT Le Coste 2024 Federici

Lazio Vermentino IGT Le Coste 2024 Federici

0,75 ℓ
Not discountable
8.80 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  11.73 €/ℓ
 incl. VAT and taxes
Salento IGT Fiano Roycello 2023 Tormaresca

Salento IGT Fiano Roycello 2023 Tormaresca

0,75 ℓ
13.60 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  18.13 €/ℓ
 incl. VAT and taxes
Only 2 left
Südtirol - Alto Adige DOC Sauvignon Indra 2025 Girlan

Südtirol - Alto Adige DOC Sauvignon Indra 2025 Girlan

0,75 ℓ
Not discountable
12.70 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  16.93 €/ℓ
 incl. VAT and taxes
Stellenbosch WO Porcupine Ridge Sauvignon Blanc 2025 Boekenhoutskloof

Stellenbosch WO Porcupine Ridge Sauvignon Blanc 2025 Boekenhoutskloof

0,75 ℓ
9.90 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  13.20 €/ℓ
 incl. VAT and taxes
Only 3 left
Toscana IGT Vermentino La Pettegola 2024 Banfi

Toscana IGT Vermentino La Pettegola 2024 Banfi

Magnum 1,5 ℓ, Gift box
Not discountable
21.80 €
per bottle  (1,5 ℓ)  14.53 €/ℓ
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Only 4 left
Lazio IGT Vermentino Le Coste 2023 Federici

Lazio IGT Vermentino Le Coste 2023 Federici

0,75 ℓ
Not discountable
8.80 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  11.73 €/ℓ
 incl. VAT and taxes
Only 7 left
Sauvignon del Veneto IGT Vulcaia Fumé 2023 Inama

Sauvignon del Veneto IGT Vulcaia Fumé 2023 Inama

0,75 ℓ
40.40 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  53.87 €/ℓ
 incl. VAT and taxes
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