With its bright, fresh ingredients, Greek cuisine is one of our all-time favorites for spring and summer. It also pairs beautifully with warm-weather wines. We've curated some of our favorite Greek food and wine pairings just for you. If you're in Boston, we recommend checking out GreCo to support a local gem. Not in Boston? No problem! You can find similar dishes at your favorite local Greek spot. So, plan a takeout night, and let your backyard or balcony transport you to the Mediterranean with these perfect pairings.
A big mixed plate option is a great way to feed several people and to sample a few different things on the menu. Our Greek feast included pork and chicken gyros, lamb and leek sausage, beef, hand-cut fries, spicy feta, tzatziki, pita, and more. With so many options, we recommend breaking out three versatile wine options: a light red, crisp white and bubbly rosé.
Pork Sausage or Beef Paired with Lot 179 Pinot Noir
Spicy, light-to-medium-bodied reds are perfect for pairing with grilled pork sausage or ground beef. Lot 179 Pinot Noir, from California's Pacific Coast, strikes a beautiful balance of freshness with just the right touch of oak and spice, making it an ideal match for these mid-weight meats (as opposed to heavier steaks or lighter chicken and fish). It's also one of our most popular wines and incredibly affordable—perfect for easy, weekday sipping with a casual takeout dinner.
Chicken or Lamb Gyro Paired with Lot 126 Sancerre
For lighter meats like chicken and lamb, look for a smooth white wine like Lot 126 Sancerre from the Loire Valley in France. The bright white flowers and citrus notes in this wine balance out the herb and spice-crusted chicken and lamb, while allowing the creamy tzatziki to really shine. Plus, a light, refreshing white like this one is great alongside pita bread dipped in spicy feta.
Horiatiki (Classic Greek Salad) Paired with Lot 197 Prosecco Rosé
We can’t think of anything as refreshing on a warm day as a classic Greek salad. Typically made with chopped tomato, cucumber, onion, Kalamata olives, fresh feta, and olive oil, this side dish is crunchy and colorful. Pair Horiatiki with an equally colorful wine, like Lot 197 Prosecco Rosé. Everything about this wine makes it the perfect pairing for spring and summer salads, from the bright red fruits and citrus to its delicate effervescence. We recommend reaching for this wine no matter what you’re tossing into your salad bowl.
Greek Dessert Paired with Lot 197 Prosecco Rosé
Because Prosecco Rosé is so versatile and bubbles generally complement sweet dishes, you’ll want to pour yourself another glass of this wine if you’re capping off your Greek feast with a traditional dessert like Baklava or Loukoumas (Greek-style donuts).
So next time you’re grabbing Greek for dinner, use this guide as your go-to for wine pairings and we’re sure you’ll feel like you’ve been transported straight to the Greek Isles.