Wine at the Table
Schiava
The short answer
Schiava is a red Italian wine from Alto Adige, made from Schiava (Vernatsch). It tastes very light, strawberry and almond and pairs best with speck, cold cuts and light pasta.
- Style
- Very light, strawberry and almond, Alto Adige
- Glass
- Wide-bowl red wine glass at 54°F / 12°C
- Strength
- About 11.5–12% ABV
Where it comes from
Called Vernatsch in German; the traditional everyday red of Alto Adige.
What you need
- Grape: Schiava (Vernatsch)
- Region: Alto Adige
- Style: Very light, strawberry and almond
How Larry builds it
- 01
Get the temperature right. Serve at 54°F / 12°C. Most kitchens are too warm — 15 minutes in the fridge helps.
- 02
Pour with food. Built for the table: speck, cold cuts and light pasta.
- 03
Larry's tip. Chill it. Drink it at lunch. Nap.
Larry’s rule: Chill it. Drink it at lunch. Nap.
Variations worth making
Questions people ask
What food goes with Schiava?
Schiava pairs well with speck, cold cuts and light pasta.
What grape is Schiava made from?
Schiava (Vernatsch), grown in Alto Adige.
What does Schiava taste like?
Very light, strawberry and almond.
What temperature should Schiava be served at?
About 54°F / 12°C.
What to eat with it
Pour it like Larry
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