Bubbles & Pizza: The Pairing You Didn’t Know You Needed (But Totally Do)

The Bubbles Guy
3 days ago
3 min read

Let’s get one thing straight:Sparkling wine isn’t just for oysters, weddings, and New Year’s Eve.

It’s for pizza night.

Yes—pizza. The cheesy, saucy, perfectly imperfect comfort food that somehow becomes even better when paired with bubbles. If you’ve ever opened a bottle of sparkling wine “just because” and ordered pizza, you were unknowingly doing one of the most underrated food pairings out there.

And there’s a reason it works.

Why Sparkling Wine & Pizza Just Work

Pizza hits nearly every flavour note that sparkling wine loves:

High acidity (tomato sauce)
Rich fat (cheese)
Salt & spice (toppings galore)

Sparkling wine answers with:

Bright acidity that cuts richness
Bubbles that cleanse your palate
Lively freshness that keeps each bite exciting

Think of bubbles as the upgrade from soda—only far more celebratory.

A Little History (Because This Isn’t as Random as It Sounds)

While Champagne and pizza weren’t born together, Italy has been quietly pairing Prosecco with casual meals for generations. Pizza was always meant to be shared—simple, affordable, social food—often enjoyed with whatever wine was on hand.

Today, sommeliers openly celebrate sparkling wine as one of the most pizza-friendly styles of wine, proving that some rules were meant to be broken… preferably with a cork pop.

Okanagan Proof: Pizza & Bubbles Belong Together

If you need proof that this pairing works, you don’t have to look far—the Okanagan already gets it.

Chain Reaction Known for their fun, welcoming vibe, Chain Reaction pairs their sparkling wines with wood-fired pizza, making bubbles feel approachable, social, and downright delicious.
Wesbert Winery A go-to stop where thoughtful food meets expressive wines. Pizza here isn’t an afterthought—it’s part of the experience, designed to complement what’s in your glass.
19 Bistro @ Fitzpatrick Family Vineyards Elevated but never stuffy, Fitzpatrick’s bistro proves that pizza and sparkling wine can feel both refined and relaxed—a perfect example of bubbles beyond the “special occasion” mindset.

These wineries aren’t bending the rules—they’re rewriting them.

The Best Pizza Toppings for Sparkling Wine

Here’s how to match your slice to your bubbles:

🍕 Margherita Fresh tomato, mozzarella, basil→ Pair with crisp Brut or dry traditional-method sparkling

🍕 Pepperoni or Spicy Sausage Salt, spice, fat→ Pair with Brut rosé or fruit-forward bubbles

🍕 Prosciutto & Arugula Savory and salty with a bitter edge→ Pair with elegant, higher-acid sparkling wines

🍕 Mushroom or Truffle Earthy, umami-driven→ Pair with Blanc de Blancs or lightly aged sparkling

Pizza Night at Home? Don’t Forget the Bubbles

Not every pizza night happens on a winery patio—and that’s okay.

For at-home pairings, Pizzamoreh makes it ridiculously easy to keep things local. Their frozen pizzas are crafted with quality ingredients and bold flavours that stand up beautifully to sparkling wine.

Pro tip:Keep a bottle of bubbles chilled and a Pizzamoreh pizza in the freezer. You’re always five minutes away from a celebration.

Supporting Local Tastes Better

There’s something especially satisfying about pairing:

Local bubbles
Local pizza
Local people around the table

Whether you’re visiting a winery, ordering takeout, or firing up the oven at home, this pairing supports the makers who keep our region vibrant—and proves that sparkling wine doesn’t need an excuse.