The most food-friendly wines

The 10 most food-friendly wines

Alsace Tokay/Pinot Gris
Italian Pinot Bianco
New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc
Muscadet or Melon from California
Riesling from anywhere
Barbera from anywhere
Chianti but not reserva
Washington Merlot
Pinot Noir from California or Oregon
Chateau elf-du-Pape

The 6 most wine-friendly foods

Roast chicken
Roast beef
Roast lamb (ditto)
Spaghetti with oil and tomato
Roasted or broiled halibut
Parmigiana-Reggiano Cheese

Essentials of Wine
A Guide to the Basics by Harvey Steimann