Creative Harmonization: Uncovering Unusual Combinations and Awakening New Sensations
A toast to harmony! Celebrating the union between wine and gastronomy, awakening curiosity for unusual combinations.
The art of harmonizing: Uncovering the basic principles and the search for balance between flavors.
An invitation to experiment: Inspiring creativity and the discovery of new gastronomic sensations.
Expanding the Horizons of Harmonization
In addition to the classics:
Questioning the traditional rules of harmonization.
The importance of experimentation and discovering new combinations.
The influence of culture and individual preferences on harmonization.
The evolution of gastronomy and wine:
The new gastronomy: fusion of flavors, world cuisines, search for authenticity.
The diversity of the world of wine: new producing regions, unexplored grape varieties, innovative styles.
Awakening new sensations:
Harmonization as a multisensory experience.
The role of creativity and emotion in harmonization.
Principles of Harmonization: Finding the Perfect Balance
The game of flavors:
Sweetness, acidity, bitterness, umami and saltiness: understanding the basic flavors and their interaction in pairing.
Intensity and persistence: balancing the weight of the wine and the dish.
Texture and structure:
Body, tannins, acidity and alcohol: how the structure of wine interacts with the texture of food.
Aromas and flavors:
The complementarity and contrast between the aromas of the wine and the flavors of the dish.
Creating aromatic bridges and exploring the synergy between wine and food.
Temperature and service:
The influence of temperature on the perception of wine aromas and flavors.
Tips for serving wine at the ideal temperature and enhancing wine pairing.
World Cuisines: A Journey of Flavors and Pairings
Italian cuisine:
Pasta, pizza, risotto and meat: harmonizing with the diversity of Italian cuisine.
Exploring Italian wines and their versatility in pairing.
French cuisine:
From classic to contemporary: harmonizing with the elegance and sophistication of French cuisine.
Uncovering French wines and their unique terroirs.
Spanish cuisine:
Tapas, paella, seafood and meat: harmonizing with the vivacity and intensity of Spanish cuisine.
Exploring the diversity of Spanish wines and their regional expression.
Asian cuisine:
Sushi, sashimi, curry, exotic seasonings: harmonizing with the complexity and balance of Asian cuisine.
Uncovering the world's wines that pair well with Asian cuisine.
Latin American cuisine:
Ceviche, tacos, grilled meats, spicy sauces: harmonizing with the explosion of flavors of Latin American cuisine.
Exploring New World wines and their versatility in pairing.
Gastronomic Trends: New Frontiers of Harmonization
Vegetarian and vegan cuisine:
Exploring wine pairings with dishes based on vegetables, legumes, grains and mushrooms.
Unveiling wines that pair well with vegetarian and vegan cuisine.
Molecular cuisine:
Science in the kitchen: pairing with dishes that defy expectations and create new textures and flavors.
Exploring wines that complement the molecular cuisine experience.
Fusion cuisine:
The mix of culinary cultures: harmonizing with dishes that combine ingredients and techniques from different parts of the world.
Uncovering the wines that adapt to the diversity of fusion cuisine.
Street food:
From the street to the plate: harmonizing with the relaxation and diversity of street food.
Exploring wines that match the style and flavors of street food.
Creating Your Own Dining Experiences:
Recipes and complete menus with pairings:
Suggestions for recipes and menus for different occasions, with recommendations for wines that pair well with each dish.
Tips for creating your own combinations:
Exploring your palate and developing creativity in pairing.
Considering your budget and the availability of wines.
Organizing tastings and harmonized dinners:
Tips for organizing gastronomic events and sharing the food pairing experience with friends and family.
