Asparagus is a beautiful spring delicacy that tastes great grilled, pan-fried, or boiled. But what would it be without a proper sauce? Make your asparagus even better with hollandaise.
Hollandaise sauce paired with asparagus is a true classic
The duo is inseparable, and for good reason. Asparagus is delicious on its own, but the smooth and luxurious hollandaise gives it that final touch and makes it even more succulent. The lemon-flavored sauce is prepared in a double boiler from egg yolks and butter. It's especially important to watch the yolks to prevent them from cooking, as they start to become grainy when cooked. If the sauce is in danger of overheating—meaning the yolks show signs of cooking—simply remove the bowl from the double boiler and whisk the yolks to cool them down. The finished sauce rewards its maker generously: so delicious! If making hollandaise feels intimidating, though, no worries: it's also available ready-made at the store.
The heavenly combination of asparagus and hollandaise naturally needs worthy wines to accompany it. We'll introduce a few excellent asparagus wines next—enjoy!
The Perfect Wine for Asparagus
Wolfberger Muscat comes from the Alsace region of France. It's a popular aperitif and tastes excellent specifically with asparagus, making it a spot-on choice for an asparagus meal. It also pairs well with scallops or even Asian cuisine.
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The Riesling Lover's Choice
Another excellent option is Wolfberger Riesling from the same Wolfberger winery. Riesling is a popular and high-quality grape that even beginners can easily enjoy. This wine pairs well with many dishes and also goes nicely with cheeses. In addition to its versatility, it gets bonus points for being suitable for vegans. A carefree choice to bring as a gift, for example!
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The Magic of a Handsome Trio
A sure choice with asparagus is also Wolfberger W3. The wine has tremendous gastronomic potential simply because it uses multiple varieties. Riesling brings crispness and freshness to the wine, Muscat contributes its fruity aromatics, and Pinot Gris completes the experience by adding fullness and richness. The handsome Wolfberger W3 fills the shoes of a companion to a delicious asparagus dish more than willingly.
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Webbed Feet at Work
You might sometimes hear it said that an animal picture on a wine bottle is a good sign. The versatile South African Running Duck Sauvignon Blanc works as a food wine as well as for socializing, and it's also suitable for vegans. The wine is also organic and fair trade. Behind the fun name is an equally fun story: the wine is named after Indian Runner ducks that eat snails and other pests on the estates so the grapevines can thrive. What a charming image!
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Order Your Asparagus Wines Here!
Ordering is easy. By clicking “Go to order”, you’ll be taken to Alko’s online store, where these wines have already been pre-selected for you. You can add the wines you want to your cart and choose delivery to the store of your choice. The order is handled by Alko, and there’s no extra charge.
