Pizza and Wine Pairing – The Ultimate Pairing Guide

Pairing pizza with wine depends on the toppings and sauce. Choose wines that enhance the flavours without overpowering them and enhance the dining experience. Selecting the right wine can elevate your pizza experience. Rico Wine Park and Vineyards emphasize that the right wine and dine combination can transform a simple meal into a memorable occasion.

Here are a few guidelines to match the best wines from our winery with your favourite pizzas.

Classic Margherita Pizza


Margherita pizza, bursting with tomato, mozzarella, and basil, pairs well with a crisp white wine. Our Sauvignon Blanc wine, with its zesty acidity and notes of citrus and green apple, perfectly complements the pizza’s fresh ingredients. Alternatively, the Chenin Blanc offers a slightly fuller body with hints of pear and honey, adding a delightful contrast to the simplicity of the Margherita.

Pepperoni Pizza


Cabernet Sauvignon is perfect for a pepperoni pizza, able to withstand the robust and spicy flavours. It’s a full-bodied red wine with robust tannins and flavours of blackcurrant and plum that match well with the spice of the pepperoni pizza. Our Shiraz Wine is another excellent option with its rich, fruity, and spicy flavour that perfectly complements the smokey and savoury undertones of the pepperoni pizza.

Vegetarian Pizza


Red and white wines go well with vegetarian pizzas that are piled high with fresh veggies like bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, and olives. For a refreshing contrast, try Sauvignon Blanc to bring out the vibrant flavours of the veggies with its crisp acidity. Pinot Noir is a versatile option with a lighter body and mild tannins that won’t dominate the delicate flavours of the veggies for red wine lovers.

Meat Lover's Pizza


With its rich taste and strong structure, Cabernet Sauvignon wine is the perfect complement to the different meaty toppings on a pizza, making it the right choice for meat lovers. Furthermore, the savoury and smokey components of the pizza are accentuated by the peppery and fruity flavour of our Shiraz Wine.

White Pizza


Chenin Blanc is a harmonic wine that goes well with white pizza with creamy sauce, garlic, and spinach due to its well-balanced acidity and sweetness. Alternatively, the richness of the white pizza is exquisitely complemented by Chardonnay with its creamy texture of butter and vanilla flavours.

Rico Wine Park and Vineyards offer exclusive wine-tasting events for wine and pizza pairings. Our expertly crafted selections ensure every pizza slice is perfectly paired with the finest wine, enhancing your dining experience. Visit our winery for the ultimate wine and dine experience.