What wine goes with paella?
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Paella is several pairings in one pan: saffron rice, shellfish, chicken, often chorizo. Spanish wines with freshness and a little generosity handle the whole spectrum — this is rosado's home game.
Spanish rosado
Dry, strawberry, vivid
Bridges the seafood and the chorizo in a way neither white nor red quite can.
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Albariño
Citrus, saline, fresh
For seafood-forward paella — the coastal match for shrimp, mussels, and saffron.
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Young garnacha
Juicy, unoaked, red-fruited
Slightly chilled, it handles chicken-and-chorizo versions without bullying the rice.
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Sommelier's tip
Cava before the paella, rosado with it — very Valencia.
Frequently asked questions
What wine goes with paella?
Our top pick is Spanish rosado (Dry, strawberry, vivid). Bridges the seafood and the chorizo in a way neither white nor red quite can.
What is a budget-friendly wine for paella?
Young garnacha, typically from about $12. Slightly chilled, it handles chicken-and-chorizo versions without bullying the rice.
Does red wine go with paella?
Yes — Young garnacha works well. Slightly chilled, it handles chicken-and-chorizo versions without bullying the rice.
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