Nut & Seed
Pistachio
About This Entry
Pistachios bring a distinctive green color and a sweet, slightly resinous flavor to both savory dishes and desserts like baklava — that character pairs with an aromatic Gewürztraminer.
Wine Pairing Explanation
Primary wine styles
Alternative wine styles
Common Culinary Uses
- cinnamon
- hazelnut
- orange
At a Glance
Group
Tree Nuts
Classification
Nuts & Seeds
Usage intensity
accent
Scientific name
Pistacia vera
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Pistachio
- Classification
- Nuts & Seeds
- Group
- Tree Nuts
- Scientific name
- Pistacia vera
Taxonomy
- Usage intensity
- accent