Outside of France, Vin Santo in Italy (Isole e Olena is a favorite) and the glorious high-acidity Rieslings found in Germany are worth exploring.

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Cabernet Franc, grown in the Chinon and Saumur regions of the Loire, has bright fruit and high-toned acidity like Pinot Noir.

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Of course, the best way to enjoy pizza is at a little local pizzeria overlooking the Bay of Naples, washed down with whatever the restaurant serves, in all likelihood a local Aglianico, a dark-red wine with high acidity and high tannins.

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