Pizza Prosciutto & Wine
Parma Ham, Mozzarella & Fresh Arugula
Pizza with Prosciutto di Parma and fresh arugula is a delicate affair — the sweet, silky ham is draped over hot pizza just before serving, while peppery arugula adds a bitter, green contrast. This elegant pizza needs equally elegant wine.
Best Wine Pairings
Ramato — the copper-skin-contact style — has the body for prosciutto's sweetness and the tannic grip for arugula's bitterness.
Herbal, mineral, and slightly bitter — Vermentino's profile mirrors the arugula perfectly.
A delicate Burgundy Pinot Noir at village level is the ideal red partner — silky, restrained, and elegant.
Lake Garda's pale rosé — dry, fresh, and cherry-scented — is the quintessential Italian pizza rosé.
Frequently Asked Questions
What wine goes with Prosciutto pizza?
Vermentino di Sardegna, Pinot Grigio Ramato, or a Bardolino Chiaretto rosé are excellent. For red wine, a light Pinot Noir at village level works beautifully.
Can you drink red wine with Prosciutto?
Yes — choose a light, silky red. Bardolino, Pinot Noir, or a young Dolcetto won't overpower the delicate prosciutto.
What wine with arugula pizza?
Arugula's bitter, peppery notes call for herbal whites or light reds. Vermentino, Grüner Veltliner, or a pale Pinot Noir are the best matches.