How to Pair Wine and Pizza

Pizza is probably one of the most unassuming foods to pair with wine. Since Elemental Pizza is based on getting down to the simplicity of quality ingredients, we are all about the non-snooty nature of this pairing!

That being said, we love sharing great flavor combinations so that our guests can make the most of their experience with us, so here are some tips for how to pair wine and pizza.

Wine & Pizza Pairing Guide

Pizza	Flavor	Wine Recommendation	Elemental Mindset
Prosciutto & Arugula	Salty, savory, slightly bitter	Ruffino Chianti	The bold, spicy notes of Chianti cut through the richness of prosciutto and balance arugula’s bitterness
Margherita	Light, herby, fresh tomatoes	Charles & Charles Chardonnay Portillo Malbec Barbera or Garnacha	Moderate tannins and acidity enhance the tomato and basil without overpowering
Pepperoni	Spicy, meaty, classic	Perazzera Sara Sangiovese Primitivo Cabernet Franc	Full-bodied reds stand up to the bold flavor of nitrate-free pepperoni
Truffled Mushroom	Earthy, umami-rich	Mark West Pinot Noir	Pinot Noir mirrors the earthy truffle and mushroom flavors perfectly
Garden Variety	Herbaceous, veggie-forward	Nobilo Sauvignon Blanc Portillo Malbec	Crisp whites and medium reds complement fresh vegetables without clashing