Louis Jadot Pouilly-Fuissé 2021
Burgundy, France • splurge
Lemon cream, toasted hazelnut, and subtle oak with fresh acidity.
Fettuccine Alfredo
pasta • creamy • butter
Also known as: pasta alfredo, alfredo pasta
About the Dish
Fettuccine Alfredo is a italian-american pasta that leans on pasta, creamy, butter. 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 Burgundy Chardonnay.
Top Pour: Burgundy Chardonnay
Creamy texture mirrors the sauce while acidity keeps richness in check.
Body: mediumAcidity: mediumSweetness: dry
Why it works
- Moderate acidity balances butter and herb sauces.
- Subtle oak echoes grill smoke without overwhelming fish.
Signature aromas
lemonhazelnutbutter
Bottle inspiration
Pairing Playbook
- Moderate acidity balances butter and herb sauces.
- Subtle oak echoes grill smoke without overwhelming fish.
- Avoid: tannic reds, very acidic whites.
Solid Alternates
Soave — Body: lightSoave — Acidity: mediumSoave — Sweetness: dryFranciacorta — Body: mediumFranciacorta — Acidity: highFranciacorta — Sweetness: dry
FAQ
- What wine pairs best with Fettuccine Alfredo?
- Burgundy Chardonnay is our first pour because Creamy texture mirrors the sauce while acidity keeps richness in check..
- Are there budget-friendly alternatives for Fettuccine Alfredo?
- If Burgundy Chardonnay is out of reach, grab Soave Classico—it shares the same structure and keeps the food in focus.
- Which wines should I avoid with Fettuccine Alfredo?
- Skip styles like tannic reds, very acidic whites—they fight the seasoning or overwhelm the dish.
- What if I want a non-alcoholic pairing for Fettuccine Alfredo?
- Try sparkling water with a citrus twist, chilled oolong tea, or verjus spritzes—they mirror acidity without the alcohol.
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tannic redsvery acidic whites
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