Argiolas Costamolino Vermentino 2023
Sardinia, Italy • budget
Grapefruit zest, mediterranean herbs, and sea spray.
Cacio e Pepe
pasta • cheese • simple
Also known as: cheese and pepper pasta, roman cacio e pepe
About the Dish
Cacio e Pepe is a italian pasta that leans on pasta, cheese, simple. We look for bottles that respect the texture and seasoning without drowning the dish.
Our goal: keep the pasta feel intact while adding lift from Sardinian Vermentino.
Top Pour: Sardinian Vermentino
Citrus and herbs complement pecorino while texture matches creamy sauce.
Body: mediumAcidity: highSweetness: dry
Why it works
- Bright acid and salinity mirror ocean flavors.
- Herbal notes weave into basil, tarragon, and fennel seasonings.
Signature aromas
grapefruit zestmediterranean herbssea spray
Bottle inspiration
Pairing Playbook
- Bright acid and salinity mirror ocean flavors.
- Herbal notes weave into basil, tarragon, and fennel seasonings.
- Avoid: heavy tannic reds, sweet wines.
Solid Alternates
Soave — Body: lightSoave — Acidity: mediumSoave — Sweetness: dryFiano — Body: mediumFiano — Acidity: highFiano — Sweetness: dry
FAQ
- What wine pairs best with Cacio e Pepe?
- Sardinian Vermentino is our first pour because Citrus and herbs complement pecorino while texture matches creamy sauce..
- Are there budget-friendly alternatives for Cacio e Pepe?
- If Sardinian Vermentino is out of reach, grab Soave Classico—it shares the same structure and keeps the food in focus.
- Which wines should I avoid with Cacio e Pepe?
- Skip styles like heavy tannic reds, sweet wines—they fight the seasoning or overwhelm the dish.
- What if I want a non-alcoholic pairing for Cacio e Pepe?
- Try sparkling water with a citrus twist, chilled oolong tea, or verjus spritzes—they mirror acidity without the alcohol.
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