Grain or Starch
Grits
About This Entry
Grits are coarsely ground Southern corn porridge with creamy starch and subtle sweetness — their comfort base pairs with bourbon, Viognier, and shrimp-friendly crisp whites.
Wine Pairing Explanation
Primary wine styles
Alternative wine styles
Why These Wines Work
Chardonnay — Grits coarse corn porridge suits buttery Chardonnay in Southern shrimp-and-grits starch base.
Champagne — Grits with shellfish also pairs with Champagne in Southern coastal starch service.
Buttery — Buttered grits align with buttery Chardonnay malolactic notes in Southern starch service.
Common Culinary Uses
- black pepper
- cheddar
- chicken breast
- hominy
At a Glance
Group
Processed Grains
Classification
Grains & Starches
Usage intensity
primary
Scientific name
Zea mays
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Grits
- Classification
- Grains & Starches
- Group
- Processed Grains
- Scientific name
- Zea mays
Taxonomy
- Usage intensity
- primary