Persona Wine, Boulder's boutique wine shop specializing in naturally driven, organic, and biodynamic wines, peels back the pretension and pairs some favorite wines with snacks straight from the aisles of temptation or drive-thru delights. From the Golden Arches to a classic slice of 'za, these pairings will get you ready for any adventure your summer might hold. Here's a guide where fine wine meets fun fare, where haute cuisine shares a wink with humble snacks and where every sip is a toast to the unexpected.
Lo-Fi 'Clos Mullet' Trousseau 2022
- Grape: Trousseau
- Paired with pizza (I love Boulder's New Yorkese, but whatever pizza works)
- Pairing notes: Light, juicy, fruit-forward, with a touch of balanced acidity. A chillable red that absolutely shines with pizza. This is the perfect pizza wine!
De Levende 'Cortez' 2022
- Grapes: Muscat and Sauvignon Blanc
- Paired with Hot Cheetohs
- Pairing notes: Floral, aromatic, with notes of citrus and mandarin. It oddly compliments the spice and heat from the Hot Cheetos. Trust me.
Azienda Agricola Scala 'Cirò Bianco' 2022
- Grape: Greco Bianco
- Paired with Pringles and caviar
- Pairing notes: Ocean spray, salinity, lemon zest. Because this grape is grown on the coast of Calabria, Italy, it has a beautiful minerality that pairs excellently with caviar and seafood. The saltiness of the Pringles will elevate the notes even more and turn it into a party.
Müller-Ruprecht 'Pet Nat Rouge' 2023
- Grape: Dornfelder
- Paired with a Big Mac (or just a cheeseburger)
- Pairing notes: A super fun and playful Pet Nat, light effervescence, notes of sour cherry and black currant. I have been saying this is a perfect burger wine for a long time. The dark fruit notes accentuate the umami and salty flavors of the cheeseburger.
To pick up these wines or for more info, visit PersonaWineShop.com.