 The red wines of regions such as Bordeaux, Greece, Rioja, Ribera del Duero, Rhone and Provence are considered classic pairings with the lamb dishes found in the local cuisines of those regions.In Italy, the intimate connection between food and wine is deeply embedded in the culture and is exemplified by the country's wine.Historically, Italians rarely dined without wine and a region's wine was crafted to be "food friendly", often with bright acidity.