Sauce & Condiment

Pesto

About This Entry

Pesto's bright, herbal punch comes from basil, garlic, pine nuts, and Parmesan pounded into a rustic paste — that freshness pairs with Albariño.

Wine Pairing Explanation

Primary wine styles

Classic pairings

Regional pairings

Common Culinary Uses

At a Glance

Group

Oil-Based Sauces & Dressings

Classification

Sauces & Condiments

Usage intensity

primary

Scientific name

Multiple sources

Scientific Classification

Display name
Pesto
Classification
Sauces & Condiments
Group
Oil-Based Sauces & Dressings
Scientific name
Multiple sources

Taxonomy

Usage intensity
primary

Pairing guidance is based on general culinary principles and may vary by preparation and preference.