Mediterranean Mezze Board & Wine
Hummus, Olives, Cured Meats, Feta & Warm Pita
The Mediterranean mezze board fuses charcuterie with the Middle East and Greece — creamy hummus, marinated olives, labneh, sliced halloumi, cured lamb sausage (merguez), bresaola, feta, and warm pita. The wines of the Eastern Mediterranean are its natural partners.
Best Wine Pairings
Greece's great white grape — mineral, saline, and citrusy — is the natural companion for feta, olives, and mezze components. Its volcanic terroir adds elemental complexity.
Herbal, saline, and Mediterranean in character — works beautifully with hummus, roasted peppers, and grilled halloumi.
Provence Rosé is the classic choice; for a thematic touch, Lebanese Rosé from the Bekaa Valley brings remarkable terroir resonance to a Mediterranean spread.
Greece's finest red grape — savory, earthy, and high-acid — pairs wonderfully with lamb merguez, bresaola, and aged hard cheeses on a mezze board.
Frequently Asked Questions
What wine goes with Mediterranean mezze?
Assyrtiko from Santorini is the definitive answer — it was literally born to pair with Mediterranean food. Vermentino from Sardinia is a close second.
What wine pairs with hummus and pita?
Crisp, dry whites work best with hummus's tahini richness — Assyrtiko, Albariño, or a mineral Chablis. Avoid heavy oaked whites which clash with the earthy chickpea character.
Can you drink red wine with a mezze board?
Yes — Xinomavro (Greece), Grenache-based blends, and Côtes du Rhône work well with the meaty elements of a mezze board. Keep tannin moderate.