Robert Kozinski is a co-founder of Grape Guru, a certified sommelier (IHK) and a WSET Level 2 in Wines graduate. As a trained sommelier and wine lover, he translates professional wine knowledge into something everyone can understand.
At Grape Guru he is responsible for the editorial content on grape varieties, wine regions, food pairing and wine terminology – practical, honest and free of unnecessary jargon.
When he isn't writing about wine, he is tasting new vintages, visiting winemakers and developing the AI features of the Grape Guru app.
Which wine goes with duck? Pinot Noir, Riesling and Merlot compared — with tips on duck breast, duck à l'orange and crispy duck.
Which wine goes with pumpkin? Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer and Pinot Blanc compared — with tips on pumpkin soup, risotto and roasted pumpkin.
Which wine goes with game? Pinot Noir, Syrah and Barolo compared — with tips on venison, stag, wild boar and game goulash.
Which wine goes with Flammkuchen? Riesling, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris compared — with tips on the bacon version, vegetarian variants and Federweißer.
Which wine goes with mushroom dishes? Pinot Noir, aged Chardonnay and Pinot Gris compared — with tips on risotto, porcini and cream sauces.
Which wine goes with German onion tart? Silvaner, Pinot Gris and off-dry Riesling compared — plus why Federweißer is the autumn classic.
Which wine goes with Bratwurst? Silvaner, Pinot Gris and Dornfelder compared — with tips on mustard, sauerkraut, Currywurst and serving temperature.
Which wine goes with burgers? Primitivo, Merlot and Barbera compared — with tips for cheeseburgers, BBQ, smash and veggie burgers plus wines to avoid.
Which wine goes with Caprese? Vermentino, Verdicchio and dry rosé compared — with tips on burrata, balsamic and the right serving temperature.
Which wine goes with gazpacho and cold soups? Verdejo, Albariño and dry rosado compared — with tips on salmorejo, vichyssoise and Fino sherry.
Which wine goes with grilled fish? Albariño, Vermentino and Pinot Blanc compared — with tips on sea bream, sea bass, tuna, prawns and serving temperature.
Which wine goes with grilled meat? Tempranillo, Carmenère and Grenache rosé compared — with tips on BBQ sauce, marinades, prices and serving temperature.
Chardonnay, Riesling or Pinot Noir? The 3 best wines for salmon – with picks for pan-seared, grilled and smoked salmon plus practical serving and buying tips.
Chianti Classico, Barbera d'Asti or Montepulciano d'Abruzzo? The 3 best wines for lasagna – with prices, serving temperature and concrete buying tips.
Primitivo, Barbera or Vermentino? The 3 best wines for pizza – with picks for Margherita, salami & co., price ranges and plenty of practical serving tips.
Which wine goes with summer salads? Sauvignon Blanc, Verdejo and dry Riesling compared — with tips on vinaigrette, toppings and serving temperature.
Silvaner, Pinot Blanc or Grüner Veltliner with asparagus? The 3 best wines for white and green asparagus – with tips on hollandaise, price and temperature.
Which wine goes with steak? Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Pinot Noir compared — with tips on cut, preparation, serving temperature and which wines to avoid.
Non-alcoholic wine for the holidays: Which ones actually taste good? Discover the best alcohol-free wines, sparkling wines, and tips for Christmas and New Year's 2025.
Discover exceptional wines under 30 euros that make perfect gifts. Best value picks from red to white wine.
Which dessert wine pairs with Vanillekipferl, gingerbread & more? Discover the perfect pairings from ice wine and Auslese to port wine for Christmas baking.
Make Feuerzangenbowle at home: Original recipe, safety tips, which rum and wine to use. Plus variations like white Feuerzangenbowle!
Mulled wine like at a Christmas market? With our pro recipe, the right spices and wine tips, your homemade mulled wine is guaranteed to turn out perfectly!
Discover why red wine tastes especially good in winter, which varieties are ideal and how to find the perfect serving temperature. With wine recommendations for cold days.
The best wines for New Year's Eve 2024/2025: from Champagne to raclette wine. Concrete recommendations for every budget and every course of your New Year's menu.
From choosing the right wine to the perfect serving temperature: everything you need to know about wines at Christmas. With tips from sommeliers.
Is a wine advent calendar worth it? We show you the best calendars for 2024, what to look out for and how to put together your own DIY advent calendar.
Learn how to decant wine correctly and which wines benefit at Christmas dinner or a festive feast. Step-by-step guide with professional tips.
Which wine goes with which cheese at Christmas and New Year's Eve? Discover the best combinations for your festive cheeseboard with professional tips.
From roast goose to potato salad with sausages: which wine suits which classic Christmas dinner? Concrete recommendations with price ranges.
Raclette and fondue without the right wine? Unthinkable! Discover which wines pair perfectly with melted Swiss cheese — with tips from sommeliers.
Discover the best places to buy your wine for Christmas: from online shops and local wine merchants to buying direct from the winery.
Game dishes like venison, deer and wild boar call for powerful wines. Discover the best pairings and sommelier recommendations for your festive meal.
Which wine goes with Christmas goose? Sommelier tips for red and white wine, concrete recommendations and insider tricks for the perfect festive meal.
From aperitif to dessert: which wine suits which course at the Christmas menu? With concrete recommendations for every taste and every budget.
