The most unlikely pizza and wine pairing deserves a second pour
From the hand tossed crust to the perfect combination of toppings, Pizza Hut always delivers what people crave. While some people might grab that cold beer or agree with the Better with Pepsi notion, pizza and wine pairings can be a little more nuanced than just another beverage and slice. With the newest Pizza Hut innovation, a fruit forward wine will have people discovering a new vine varietal that will definitely surprise them.
The wine world is vast. From regions to grapes to finishes, the enormity of the beverage category can be overwhelming. While sommeliers can carefully parse the nuances of every vintage and intricacies of the terroir, it all comes down to the liquid in the bottle. Either it tastes good to the drinker, or it does not.
Pairing wine and pizza is a little more complicated that just opening a bottle of chianti and enjoying a bite and sip. From the sauce to the toppings, there are a multitude of flavors that need to be taken into consideration. It might be time to throw caution to the wind and go completely off script.
Pizza Hut brought another food innovation to the table. Tomato Wine by Pizza Hut is unlike other beverages. For the person who wants to try the unexpected, this special bottle is one that will get everyone talking around the dinner table.
As Pizza Hut's Director of Advertising, Elyse Slayton said, "The holidays are a time for many gatherings, but often the gift of a bottle of wine can feel expected. Why not be the one to bring the pizza party with the gift of pizza wine and a Triple Treat Box designed to ignite fun and conversation. As a brand who has pioneered many firsts in the industry, we took a beloved, classic pairing of pizza and red wine and flipped it on its head as we aim to spark intrigue and create a more memorable holiday pizza party."
To clarify, this wine is made with tomatoes. Created by Kansas-based Irvine's Just Beyond Paradise Winery, it is a fruit wine. Just like other fruits can be transformed into wine, so can tomatoes.
The tomatoes are infused with basil to capture that pizza essence. Far from being a savory beverage, the wine has depth because of the herbs, spices, and even a touch of toasted oak. It might not necessarily be the bottle to keep in well-preserved in the wine cellar, but it is a fun pairing to try.
Although it is not quite as crisp as a white wine, it should be served chilled. Also, a simple pizza is probably a better pairing than meat lovers or kitchen sink pizza.
For anyone who would like to try this Tomato Wine by Pizza Hut, it can be ordered online at www.irvinewinery.com/pizzahut. It can be ordered by the bottle or as a gift box set.
It is time to discover a juicy pizza and wine pairing. Tomato Wine by Pizza Hut could become the most sought-after holiday gift.