Selecting Wine
Selecting the perfect wine can seem like a daunting task. But with just a few simple guidelines, you can feel confident about your wine and food pairings.
While certain wine and food pairings naturally complement each other, enjoying a great pairing is ultimately a matter of personal preference.
General Guidelines
Here are some general wine and food pairings guidelines. And yes, you can have red wine with fish and white wine with meat.
| Food |
White |
Red |
| Chicken |
Chardonnay |
Merlot |
| Beef |
Chardonnay |
Cabernet |
| Fish |
Sauvignon Blanc |
Pinot Noir |
| Pork |
Chardonnay |
Chianti Classico |
| Pasta |
Pinot Grigio |
Sangiovese |
| |
If you like sweeter styles of wine, White Zinfandel and Riesling complement all food items.
Helpful Advice
Get a good recommendation: Find wine recommendations that pair perfectly with every dish on our menu by clicking on a dish image to see the "Suggested Wine Pairing."
Find the right words: Browse our list of wine terms that describe the flavors and characteristics of wines. These terms can help you better describe the flavors and aromas that you're looking for in a wine.
Ask for a sample: Sample wine tableside at your local Olive Garden. Our servers can recommend a wine and food pairing that will complement your meal and offer you a sample before purchase.
Subject to local regulations.