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White wine

Dry and tangy white wine, fruity, deglazes and flavors sauces and risottos.

Dry white wine is a central element of Mediterranean cuisine, bringing acidity, freshness, and complexity to dishes. Used to deglaze pans, braise fish and seafood, or enrich sauces, it accentuates the natural flavors of ingredients. Its evaporation during cooking removes alcohol while leaving its delicate aromas and acidity to balance fats and spices.

White wine

Best pairings

Classic · the proven matchAroma bridge · a shared aroma links themContrast · opposites balance out
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In the kitchen

Braising fish and shellfishPan deglazing after sautéingSauce and reduction baseCooking mussels and clamsMarinade for white meat

Signature dishes

BouillabaisseBranzino en PapilloteSeafood Risotto

Substitutes

FAQ

What goes with white wine?

White wine pairs especially well with tarragon, lemon, anchovy, basil and tomato. White wine-tarragon reduction is classic for fish and poultry.

What can I substitute for white wine?

If you don't have it, try: verjus, lemon, wine vinegar.