Italian Wine Pairings for Indian Food

Montevertine

Azienda Agricola Montevertine Le Pergole Torte

3 retailers

From

£223.02

Luciano Sandrone

Barolo le Vigne - Sandrone

3 retailers

From

£93.56

Masseto

4 retailers

From

£706.71

Tua Rita

Azienda Agricola Tua Rita Redigaffi

2 retailers

From

£203.70

Vietti

Barolo Ravera Vietti Magnum

2 retailers

From

£283.12

Sassicaia

Sassicaia, Tenuta San Guido, Bolgheri Sassicaia, Tuscany, Italy

1 retailer

From

£255.00

Giacomo Conterno

Barbera d'Alba Francia Giacomo Conterno

2 retailers

From

£61.69

Giacomo Conterno

Gattinara Vigna Molsino Az. Vitivinicola Nervi-Conterno

2 retailers

From

£75.75

Gaja

Sori Tildin Barbaresco - Gaja

1 retailer

From

£603.85

Ornellaia

Ornellaia, Vendemmia d'Artista, Il Vigore - Nathalie Djurberg & Hans Berg, Bolgheri, Tuscany, Italy

Tuscany

1 retailer

From

£6,022.00

Appellations to explore

Alto Adige/SüdtirolDOC Collio Goriziano/CollioDOC Falanghina del SannioDOC Falerno del MassicoDOC Friuli Colli OrientaliDOC

Montevertine

Azienda Agricola Montevertine Le Pergole Torte

3 retailers

From

£223.02

Luciano Sandrone

Barolo le Vigne - Sandrone

3 retailers

From

£93.56

Masseto

4 retailers

From

£706.71

Tua Rita

Azienda Agricola Tua Rita Redigaffi

2 retailers

From

£203.70

Vietti

Barolo Ravera Vietti Magnum

2 retailers

From

£283.12

Sassicaia

Sassicaia, Tenuta San Guido, Bolgheri Sassicaia, Tuscany, Italy

1 retailer

From

£255.00

Giacomo Conterno

Barbera d'Alba Francia Giacomo Conterno

2 retailers

From

£61.69

Giacomo Conterno

Gattinara Vigna Molsino Az. Vitivinicola Nervi-Conterno

2 retailers

From

£75.75

Gaja

Sori Tildin Barbaresco - Gaja

1 retailer

From

£603.85

Ornellaia

Ornellaia, Vendemmia d'Artista, Il Vigore - Nathalie Djurberg & Hans Berg, Bolgheri, Tuscany, Italy

Tuscany

1 retailer

From

£6,022.00

Butter chicken

Butter chicken (murgh makhani) was invented in 1950s Delhi by Kundan Lal Jaggi and Kundan Lal Gujral at Moti Mahal, who repurposed leftover tandoori chicken in a tomato-cream-butter gravy. The dish is mild-sweet-creamy with fenugreek, garam masala and a hit of kasuri methi. Gewürztraminer Alto Adige matches the cream-sugar register; Moscato d'Asti DOCG handles the off-dry sweet side; Barbera d'Asti covers the acid-led red alternative.

Perfect grape varieties

Gewürztraminer

Also worth trying

Moscato Barbera Falanghina

Antinori

Antinori Cervaro della Sala

Umbria Chardonnay

4 retailers

From

£68.00

Cantina Bartolo Mascarello

Barolo Bartolo Mascarello

3 retailers

From

£171.00

Feudi di San Gregorio

Feudi di San Gregorio Falanghina del Sannio

2 retailers

From

£13.80

Feudi di San Gregorio

Feudi di San Gregorio Serrocielo Falanghina

2 retailers

From

£16.42

£17.98

Pio Cesare

Barbera d'Alba

4 retailers

From

£18.77

Sandrone Luciano

Barbera d'Alba - Sandrone

3 retailers

From

£26.70

£30.38

La Spinetta

Barbera d'Asti Superiore DOCG Organic

2 retailers

From

£25.55

Friuli Venezia Giulia Gewürztraminer

Puiatti

Puiatti Traminer Aromatico

2 retailers

From

£14.30

Bottega Zero Sparkling Life Rosé N.V.

Veneto Malvasia

1 retailer

From

£6.99

Ceretto

Ceretto Piana

2 retailers

From

£23.06

£23.85

Appellations to explore

Alto Adige/SüdtirolDOC AstiDOCG Barbera d'AlbaDOC Barbera d'AstiDOCG Barbera del MonferratoDOC

Antinori

Antinori Cervaro della Sala

Umbria Chardonnay

4 retailers

From

£68.00

Cantina Bartolo Mascarello

Barolo Bartolo Mascarello

3 retailers

From

£171.00

Feudi di San Gregorio

Feudi di San Gregorio Falanghina del Sannio

2 retailers

From

£13.80

Feudi di San Gregorio

Feudi di San Gregorio Serrocielo Falanghina

2 retailers

From

£16.42

£17.98

Pio Cesare

Barbera d'Alba

4 retailers

From

£18.77

Sandrone Luciano

Barbera d'Alba - Sandrone

3 retailers

From

£26.70

£30.38

La Spinetta

Barbera d'Asti Superiore DOCG Organic

2 retailers

From

£25.55

Friuli Venezia Giulia Gewürztraminer

Puiatti

Puiatti Traminer Aromatico

2 retailers

From

£14.30

Bottega Zero Sparkling Life Rosé N.V.

Veneto Malvasia

1 retailer

From

£6.99

Ceretto

Ceretto Piana

2 retailers

From

£23.06

£23.85

Chana masala

Chana masala is the Punjabi tangy chickpea curry: chickpeas in a tomato-onion gravy with tamarind, amchur (mango powder), anardana (pomegranate seed) and garam masala. Dry-ish register with acidic backbone. Frappato (Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG) is the sommelier pick: low-tannin red matches tamarind acid. Falanghina del Sannio covers the white alternative.

Perfect grape varieties

Frappato

Also worth trying

Falanghina Barbera Vermentino

Bertani

Amarone Classico DOCG

3 retailers

From

£127.90

Frescobaldi

Frescobaldi Alie Rose

3 retailers

From

£14.90

Ornellaia

Ornellaia Poggio alle Gazze dell'Ornellaia

Tuscany Sauvignon Blanc

4 retailers

From

£47.00

Campo alle Comete

Campo alle Comete Albablu

2 retailers

From

£15.95

Tenute Orestiadi - Tenute Orestiadi

Frappato

Sicily Frappato

2 retailers

From

£14.70

Grattamacco

2 retailers

From

£39.70

Castellani

Guadalmare Vermentino

2 retailers

From

£11.03

La Spinetta

La Spinetta Toscana Vermentino

3 retailers

From

£13.70

Caccia al Piano

Lungocosta DOC Bianco 23 Caccia al Piano

2 retailers

From

£41.82

Appellations to explore

Barbera d'AlbaDOC Barbera d'AstiDOCG Barbera del MonferratoDOC Barbera del Monferrato SuperioreDOCG Cerasuolo di VittoriaDOCG

Bertani

Amarone Classico DOCG

3 retailers

From

£127.90

Frescobaldi

Frescobaldi Alie Rose

3 retailers

From

£14.90

Ornellaia

Ornellaia Poggio alle Gazze dell'Ornellaia

Tuscany Sauvignon Blanc

4 retailers

From

£47.00

Campo alle Comete

Campo alle Comete Albablu

2 retailers

From

£15.95

Tenute Orestiadi - Tenute Orestiadi

Frappato

Sicily Frappato

2 retailers

From

£14.70

Grattamacco

2 retailers

From

£39.70

Castellani

Guadalmare Vermentino

2 retailers

From

£11.03

La Spinetta

La Spinetta Toscana Vermentino

3 retailers

From

£13.70

Caccia al Piano

Lungocosta DOC Bianco 23 Caccia al Piano

2 retailers

From

£41.82

Chicken biryani

Biryani is a Mughlai layered-rice dish with Persian roots: marinated chicken and saffron-rubbed basmati rice cooked dum-style under sealed dough. The aromatic register (saffron, cardamom, cinnamon, mace) is the defining signature. Gewürztraminer Alto Adige, Moscato d'Asti and Barbera d'Asti are the three canonical Italian answers.

Perfect grape varieties

Gewürztraminer

Also worth trying

Moscato Barbera Falanghina

Bibi Graetz

Testamatta - Bibi Graetz

4 retailers

From

£52.00

Amonte

2 retailers

From

£20.52

Domenico Clerico

Trevigne

2 retailers

From

£22.72

Claudio Manera

Anello Piemonte DOC Chiaretto Rosé

1 retailer

From

£11.04

£12.99

Antinori - Prunotto

Barbera d'Alba

1 retailer

From

£25.70

Elio Altare

Barbera d'Alba - Elio Altare

2 retailers

From

£23.06

£23.39

Conterno Fantino

Barbera d'Alba "Vignota"

1 retailer

From

£24.70

Appellations to explore

Alto Adige/SüdtirolDOC AstiDOCG Barbera d'AlbaDOC Barbera d'AstiDOCG Barbera del MonferratoDOC

Bibi Graetz

Testamatta - Bibi Graetz

4 retailers

From

£52.00

Amonte

2 retailers

From

£20.52

Domenico Clerico

Trevigne

2 retailers

From

£22.72

Claudio Manera

Anello Piemonte DOC Chiaretto Rosé

1 retailer

From

£11.04

£12.99

Antinori - Prunotto

Barbera d'Alba

1 retailer

From

£25.70

Elio Altare

Barbera d'Alba - Elio Altare

2 retailers

From

£23.06

£23.39

Conterno Fantino

Barbera d'Alba "Vignota"

1 retailer

From

£24.70

Chicken tikka masala

Chicken Tikka Masala is a dish that offers a burst of flavors, from the creamy tomato-based sauce to the aromatic spices and herbs. A wine that is lighter in body, coupled with both acidity and a hint of sweetness, can be a refreshing counterpoint, helping to balance the heat and creaminess. Lower alcohol wines are especially suited for not intensifying the spicy elements, making each bite a joy.

Perfect grape varieties

Gewürztraminer

Also worth trying

Moscato Nero d'Avola Primitivo

Tenuta San Guido

Tenuta San Guido Guidalberto

5 retailers

From

£43.15

£55.72

Poggio di Sotto

Poggio di Sotto Brunello di Montalcino

3 retailers

From

£151.00

Ornellaia

Ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore

4 retailers

From

£200.00

£220.69

San Marzano

San Marzano, 'F Metal Label', Negroamaro

Apulia Negroamaro

2 retailers

From

£24.60

Ceretto

Barbaresco, Bernadot, Ceretto, Piedmont, Italy

2 retailers

From

£96.23

£99.33

Vietti

Barolo - Vietti

1 retailer

From

£59.34

Marisa Cuomo

Costa d'Amalfi Furore Bianco

Falanghina

1 retailer

From

£43.31

£46.25

Marisa Cuomo

Costa d'Amalfi Furore Fiorduva

1 retailer

From

£97.50

£105.88

Planeta

Planeta Santa Cecilia

3 retailers

From

£31.79

Azienda Agricola Cos

Azienda Agricola COS Nero di Lupo

3 retailers

From

£15.91

£19.80

Appellations to explore

Alto Adige/SüdtirolDOC AstiDOCG BasilicataIGT BivongiDOC CanelliDOCG

Tenuta San Guido

Tenuta San Guido Guidalberto

5 retailers

From

£43.15

£55.72

Poggio di Sotto

Poggio di Sotto Brunello di Montalcino

3 retailers

From

£151.00

Ornellaia

Ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore

4 retailers

From

£200.00

£220.69

San Marzano

San Marzano, 'F Metal Label', Negroamaro

Apulia Negroamaro

2 retailers

From

£24.60

Ceretto

Barbaresco, Bernadot, Ceretto, Piedmont, Italy

2 retailers

From

£96.23

£99.33

Vietti

Barolo - Vietti

1 retailer

From

£59.34

Marisa Cuomo

Costa d'Amalfi Furore Bianco

Falanghina

1 retailer

From

£43.31

£46.25

Marisa Cuomo

Costa d'Amalfi Furore Fiorduva

1 retailer

From

£97.50

£105.88

Planeta

Planeta Santa Cecilia

3 retailers

From

£31.79

Azienda Agricola Cos

Azienda Agricola COS Nero di Lupo

3 retailers

From

£15.91

£19.80

Chickpea curry

Chickpea Curry often leans on spices like cumin, coriander, and garam masala, creating a dish that's rich in flavors but also potentially spicy. A wine that offers a light body, coupled with a good level of acidity and a dash of sweetness, will not only handle the spice but also elevate the entire dining experience. Lower alcohol levels are recommended to keep the focus on the dish's intricate flavors.

Perfect grape varieties

Gewürztraminer

Also worth trying

Grillo Vermentino Pinot Grigio

Fattoria dei Barbi

Brunello di Montalcino - Fattoria Dei Barbi

4 retailers

From

£39.23

Frescobaldi

Frescobaldi Castelgiocondo Brunello di Montalcino

4 retailers

From

£39.90

Azienda Agricola Ottella

Azienda Agricola Ottella Back To Silence Orange Wine

Veneto Turbiana

2 retailers

From

£40.20

Giacomo Conterno

Nervi Conterno Gattinara

2 retailers

From

£45.11

£51.63

2 retailers

Volpi

Era Grillo Organic

2 retailers

From

£9.85

Friuli Venezia Giulia Pinot Grigio

Marco Felluga

Marco Felluga Collio Pinot Grigio Mongris

2 retailers

From

£19.43

Planeta

Planeta La Segreta Bianco

Sicily Grecanico

3 retailers

From

£13.86

Planeta

Planeta Serra Ferdinandea Bianco

2 retailers

From

£27.50

Planeta

Planeta Terebinto

2 retailers

From

£18.11

Santadi

Cantina Santadi Cala Silente

Sicily Vermentino

2 retailers

From

£19.72

Appellations to explore

Alto Adige/SüdtirolDOC ProseccoDOC SiciliaDOC Vermentino di GalluraDOCG Vermentino di SardegnaDOC

Fattoria dei Barbi

Brunello di Montalcino - Fattoria Dei Barbi

4 retailers

From

£39.23

Frescobaldi

Frescobaldi Castelgiocondo Brunello di Montalcino

4 retailers

From

£39.90

Azienda Agricola Ottella

Azienda Agricola Ottella Back To Silence Orange Wine

Veneto Turbiana

2 retailers

From

£40.20

Giacomo Conterno

Nervi Conterno Gattinara

2 retailers

From

£45.11

£51.63

2 retailers

Volpi

Era Grillo Organic

2 retailers

From

£9.85

Friuli Venezia Giulia Pinot Grigio

Marco Felluga

Marco Felluga Collio Pinot Grigio Mongris

2 retailers

From

£19.43

Planeta

Planeta La Segreta Bianco

Sicily Grecanico

3 retailers

From

£13.86

Planeta

Planeta Serra Ferdinandea Bianco

2 retailers

From

£27.50

Planeta

Planeta Terebinto

2 retailers

From

£18.11

Santadi

Cantina Santadi Cala Silente

Sicily Vermentino

2 retailers

From

£19.72

Goan fish curry

Goan fish curry (xit kodi) is the daily Konkan coast staple: firm white fish simmered in a coconut-tamarind gravy with Kashmiri chilli, turmeric and curry leaf. The Portuguese-Goan fusion register keeps vinegar bite alongside coconut cream. Vermentino di Gallura DOCG and Falanghina del Sannio match the coconut-tamarind axis; Fiano di Avellino is the weightier alternative.

Perfect grape varieties

Vermentino

Also worth trying

Falanghina Fiano Pecorino

Frescobaldi - Tenuta di Nipozzano

1 retailer

From

£23.10

Saladini Pilastri

Falerio - Saladini Pilastri

Marche Chardonnay

1 retailer

From

£9.73

£11.37

Feudi di San Gregorio

Feudi di San Gregorio Fiano di Avellino

2 retailers

From

£13.50

£15.79

San Sisto

Pecorino Falerio DOC

Marche Pecorino

2 retailers

From

£13.42

Mastroberardino

Stilèma Fiano di Avellino Riserva

1 retailer

From

£38.90

Planeta

Cometa Fiano

Sicily Fiano

3 retailers

From

£25.00

Frescobaldi

Marchesi de’ Frescobaldi Masso Vivo

2 retailers

From

£17.00

Appellations to explore

BasilicataIGT Falanghina del SannioDOC Falerno del MassicoDOC Fiano di AvellinoDOCG OffidaDOCG

Frescobaldi - Tenuta di Nipozzano

1 retailer

From

£23.10

Saladini Pilastri

Falerio - Saladini Pilastri

Marche Chardonnay

1 retailer

From

£9.73

£11.37

Feudi di San Gregorio

Feudi di San Gregorio Fiano di Avellino

2 retailers

From

£13.50

£15.79

San Sisto

Pecorino Falerio DOC

Marche Pecorino

2 retailers

From

£13.42

Mastroberardino

Stilèma Fiano di Avellino Riserva

1 retailer

From

£38.90

Planeta

Cometa Fiano

Sicily Fiano

3 retailers

From

£25.00

Frescobaldi

Marchesi de’ Frescobaldi Masso Vivo

2 retailers

From

£17.00

Malai kofta

Malai Kofta is a luxurious and rich Indian vegetarian dish. The koftas, made from potatoes and paneer, are creamy and mild, while the curry is aromatic, often mildly spiced, and enriched with cream and cashew paste. The dish's richness and subtle flavors call for a wine pairing that complements its creamy texture without overpowering it.An Italian wine that is medium-bodied is a good choice to complement the creaminess of the dish without overpowering it. A wine with a notable level of acidity will cut through the rich, creamy sauce of the Malai Kofta, balancing its richness. A hint of sweetness in the wine, or at least a perception of fruitiness, will align well with the mild spices and the inherent richness of cashews and cream in the dish. An ideal alcohol content would be moderate (around 10-13% ABV), ensuring the wine is harmonious with the dish. A good Italian wine to consider might be an off-dry or slightly sweet version of Moscato d'Asti or even a well-balanced Soave, known for its crisp acidity and hints of fruitiness that could complement the dish nicely.

Perfect grape varieties

Gewürztraminer

Also worth trying

Pinot Grigio Riesling Moscato

Antinori

Solaia

5 retailers

From

£260.00

Le Macchiole

Le Macchiole Scrio

3 retailers

From

£139.50

Bertani

Valpolicella Valpantena

2 retailers

From

£16.90

San Marzano

San Marzano 'Timo', Vermentino

Apulia Vermentino

1 retailer

From

£17.52

Michele Chiarlo

Michele Chiarlo 'Nivole', Moscato d'Asti

Piedmont Moscato

1 retailer

From

£19.79

Chiara Boschis - E. Pira

Chiara Boschis - E. Pira Barolo Cannubi

2 retailers

From

£122.66

Via Nova

Pinot Grigio

2 retailers

From

£9.06

Sartori

Pinot Grigio Rose' Venezie Vigna Mescita IGT

2 retailers

From

£9.07

Sartori

Sartori Pinot Grigio Venezie Vigna Mescita

2 retailers

From

£8.46

Via Nova

Pinot Grigio Rosé

2 retailers

From

£9.12

Appellations to explore

Alto Adige/SüdtirolDOC AstiDOCG CanelliDOCG Custoza/Bianco di CustozaDOC Moscadello di MontalcinoDOC

Antinori

Solaia

5 retailers

From

£260.00

Le Macchiole

Le Macchiole Scrio

3 retailers

From

£139.50

Bertani

Valpolicella Valpantena

2 retailers

From

£16.90

San Marzano

San Marzano 'Timo', Vermentino

Apulia Vermentino

1 retailer

From

£17.52

Michele Chiarlo

Michele Chiarlo 'Nivole', Moscato d'Asti

Piedmont Moscato

1 retailer

From

£19.79

Chiara Boschis - E. Pira

Chiara Boschis - E. Pira Barolo Cannubi

2 retailers

From

£122.66

Via Nova

Pinot Grigio

2 retailers

From

£9.06

Sartori

Pinot Grigio Rose' Venezie Vigna Mescita IGT

2 retailers

From

£9.07

Sartori

Sartori Pinot Grigio Venezie Vigna Mescita

2 retailers

From

£8.46

Via Nova

Pinot Grigio Rosé

2 retailers

From

£9.12

Palak paneer

Palak Paneer is a classic Indian vegetarian dish, rich in flavors and textures. It combines the creaminess of paneer (Indian cottage cheese) with the earthy tones of spinach, all harmonized with a blend of aromatic spices. The dish is typically creamy and mildly spiced, making it a delight for a nuanced wine pairing.Given the creamy texture of Palak Paneer, a wine with a medium body will complement the dish without overwhelming its subtle flavors. The wine should have good acidity to cut through the richness of the paneer and cream, while a touch of sweetness will help balance the mild heat from the chili powder and the earthy bitterness of the spinach.A lower alcohol level is preferable to keep the focus on the dish's delicate flavors. An off-dry Riesling or a light, fruit-forward Pinot Gris would be ideal choices, providing a refreshing contrast and highlighting the dish's aromatic spices.

Perfect grape varieties

Sauvignon Blanc

Also worth trying

Pinot Grigio Friulano Gewürztraminer

La Spinetta

Azienda Agricola Spinetta Barbaresco Gallina

3 retailers

From

£100.62

Massetino - Masseto

5 retailers

From

£267.40

Planeta

Chardonnay

Sicily Chardonnay

3 retailers

From

£35.94

Alois Lageder

Alois Lageder, 'Riff', Pinot Grigio

1 retailer

From

£14.14

Walter Zuccotto

Bella Perla Pinot Grigio delle Venezie Rosé

1 retailer

From

£11.99

Freixenet

Freixenet Pinot Grigio D.O.C. NV

1 retailer

From

£9.95

£10.96

Il Casone

Il Casone Pinot Grigio

1 retailer

From

£11.92

Inama

Inama Vulcaia Sauvignon

Veneto Sauvignon Blanc

1 retailer

From

£13.73

Martino Biscardo

L'Ornato Pinot Grigio Rosato

1 retailer

From

£17.99

Sacchetto

Sacchetto, 'Fili,' Veneto, Pinot Grigio Rosato NV

1 retailer

From

£16.15

Appellations to explore

Alto Adige/SüdtirolDOC RosazzoDOCG Collio Goriziano/CollioDOC Friuli Colli OrientaliDOC Friuli/Friuli Venezia GiuliaDOC

La Spinetta

1 retailer

From

£9.95

£10.96

Il Casone

Il Casone Pinot Grigio

1 retailer

From

£11.92

Inama

Inama Vulcaia Sauvignon

Veneto Sauvignon Blanc

1 retailer

From

£13.73

Martino Biscardo

L'Ornato Pinot Grigio Rosato

1 retailer

From

£17.99

Sacchetto

Sacchetto, 'Fili,' Veneto, Pinot Grigio Rosato NV

1 retailer

From

£16.15

Rogan josh

Rogan Josh is a rich and aromatic lamb dish with a deep heritage rooted in Persian and Kashmiri cuisines. This dish's hallmark is its robust blend of spices, including cumin, peppercorns, red chili, coriander, saffron, and fennel, all melded together in clarified butter (ghee). The use of hung curd and a spice mixture creates a thick, flavorful sauce that perfectly complements the tender lamb. Rogan Josh is recognized for its warmth and depth of flavor, featuring a moderate level of heat and a complex spice profile.Choosing an Italian wine that can stand up to its rich flavors and spices is key. A wine with a fuller body is appropriate to match the dish's weight. Moderate tannins are beneficial to balance the richness of the lamb, but they shouldn’t be too high as to clash with the spices. Good acidity is crucial to cut through the fat and complement the dish's warmth.A touch of sweetness can help balance the spices, but the wine should generally lean towards the drier side to harmonize with the dish’s complex flavors. As for alcohol content, a moderate level (12-14% ABV) is suitable. An Italian Barbera or Chianti could be excellent choices, offering the necessary body, acidity, and tannin balance to pair wonderfully with Rogan Josh.

Perfect grape varieties

Nero d'Avola

Also worth trying

Primitivo Cannonau Negroamaro

San Marzano, Anniversario 62, Primitivo di Manduria Riserva

4 retailers

From

£24.60

£27.54

Agricola Punica

Agricola Punica Barrua

Sardinia Carignano

1 retailer

From

£23.82

£28.98

Varvaglione

Varvaglione Papale Linea Oro Primitivo di Manduria

1 retailer

From

£14.22

£20.23

Cantine Due Palme

Cantine Due Palme Serre Susumaniello

Susumaniello

1 retailer

From

£21.26

£22.30

Favola

Gocce di Favola, Prosecco Extra Dry, Veneto NV

Veneto Glera

1 retailer

From

£5.29

Medici Ermete

Medici Ermete, 'Concerto', Reggiano, Lambrusco

Emilia Romagna

1 retailer

From

£16.80

Trambusti

Chianti Fiasco - Trambusti

1 retailer

From

£9.60

£12.30

3 retailers

San Marzano Cinquanta Collezione N.V.

3 retailers

From

£20.63

Planeta - Buonivini, Noto

Controdanza DOC Noto

2 retailers

From

£19.75

Planeta

La Segreta Nero d'Avola

3 retailers

From

£13.70

Appellations to explore

BasilicataIGT BivongiDOC BrindisiDOC Cerasuolo di VittoriaDOCG CopertinoDOC

San Marzano, Anniversario 62, Primitivo di Manduria Riserva

4 retailers

From

£24.60

£27.54

Agricola Punica

Agricola Punica Barrua

Sardinia Carignano

1 retailer

From

£23.82

£28.98

Varvaglione

Varvaglione Papale Linea Oro Primitivo di Manduria

1 retailer

From

£14.22

£20.23

Cantine Due Palme

Cantine Due Palme Serre Susumaniello

Susumaniello

1 retailer

From

£21.26

£22.30

Favola

Gocce di Favola, Prosecco Extra Dry, Veneto NV

Veneto Glera

1 retailer

From

£5.29

Medici Ermete

Medici Ermete, 'Concerto', Reggiano, Lambrusco

Emilia Romagna

1 retailer

From

£16.80

Trambusti

Chianti Fiasco - Trambusti

1 retailer

From

£9.60

£12.30

3 retailers

San Marzano Cinquanta Collezione N.V.

3 retailers

From

£20.63

Planeta - Buonivini, Noto

Controdanza DOC Noto

2 retailers

From

£19.75

Planeta

La Segreta Nero d'Avola

3 retailers

From

£13.70

Why These Pairings Work

Indian cuisine covers capsaicin chilli, mustard-oil funk, fenugreek, cumin, ghee-cream richness and tamarind-acid across regional cookbooks that barely resemble each other. Italian sparkling (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore, Franciacorta) is the heat buffer for vindaloo and chilli-led curries. Aromatic off-dry whites (Gewürztraminer Alto Adige, Moscato d'Asti) match korma cream and saffron biryani, while acid-led reds (Barbera d'Asti, Etna Rosso, Nero d'Avola) hold up to tandoori char and Mughlai meat curries. Goan and Kerala seafood asks for Vermentino di Gallura and Fiano di Avellino on the coastal-white side.

Wines for Indian Cuisine

Fattoria dei Barbi

Brunello di Montalcino - Fattoria Dei Barbi

4 retailers

From

£39.23

Bibi Graetz

Colore - Bibi Graetz

5 retailers

From

£139.29

Frescobaldi

Frescobaldi Castelgiocondo Brunello di Montalcino

4 retailers

From

£39.90

Saffredi di Maremma Pupille

Saffredi - Fattoria le Pupille

4 retailers

From

£90.40

San Marzano, Anniversario 62, Primitivo di Manduria Riserva

4 retailers

From

£24.60

£27.54

Tenuta San Guido

Tenuta San Guido Guidalberto

5 retailers

From

£43.15

£55.72

DOC 5 retailers

Tenuta San Guido

Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia

5 retailers

From

£229.52

£334.01

Bibi Graetz

Testamatta - Bibi Graetz

4 retailers

From

£52.00

Bertani

Amarone Classico DOCG

3 retailers

From

£127.90

Antinori

Antinori Cervaro della Sala

Umbria Chardonnay

4 retailers

From

£68.00

Antinori

Antinori Tignanello

5 retailers

From

£156.75

Montevertine

Azienda Agricola Montevertine Le Pergole Torte

3 retailers

From

£223.02

La Spinetta

Azienda Agricola Spinetta Barbaresco Gallina

3 retailers

From

£100.62

Luciano Sandrone

Barolo le Vigne - Sandrone

3 retailers

From

£93.56

Frescobaldi - Tenuta di Nipozzano

Marchesi de' Frescobaldi Mormoreto

3 retailers

From

£60.70

Massetino - Masseto

5 retailers

From

£267.40

Masseto

4 retailers

From

£706.71

Poggio di Sotto

Poggio di Sotto Brunello di Montalcino

3 retailers

From

£151.00

Antinori

Solaia

5 retailers

From

£260.00

Azienda Agricola Ottella

Azienda Agricola Ottella Back To Silence Orange Wine

Veneto Turbiana

2 retailers

From

£40.20