The Ultimate Wine Pairing Guide for Factory 51’s Autumn 2025 Menu
At Factory 51 in Coorparoo, we believe that food and wine should speak to one another. That they should come together in perfect harmony to create something unforgettable. Our Autumn 2025 menu is built for flavour—from our handmade gnocchi and seafood pastas to slow-braised meats and woodfired pizzas. But when the right wine hits the table alongside it? That’s when the magic really happens.
Whether you’re sipping a glass over lunch, ordering a bottle for date night, or simply popping in for a pizza and vino midweek, our wine list has been curated to elevate every dish. With both Italian imports and locally loved labels, you’ll find something here to match every craving—and every glass.
This guide pairs every savoury dish on our new menu (excluding desserts and bambini) with a wine that’s designed to bring out the best in both. Ready to swirl, sniff, and sip your way through?
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ANTIPASTI – Start Light, Pair Right
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Truffle & Honey Butter Focaccia — Bandini Prosecco
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Garlic & Herb Butter Focaccia — Monte Zovo Pinot Grigio
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Rosemary, Confit Garlic & Salt Focaccia — Storm Bay Pinot Noir
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Warm Olives with Flatbread — Petit Amour Rosé
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Antipasti Plate — Monte Guelfo Chianti DOCG
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Charcuterie Board — Ulisse Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
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Baked Brie with Honey & Seeds — Petit Amour Rosé
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Meatballs with Pork & Veal in Tomato Sugo — Aquilani Sangiovese
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Baked Eggplant with Fior di Latte — Monte Tondo Soave
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Arancini with Porcini Mushroom & Truffle Aioli — Monte Zovo Pinot Grigio
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Sicilian Braised Octopus — Alkoomi Sauvignon Blanc
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Calamari & Zucchini Fritte — Monte Tondo Soave
PRIMI – Handmade Pasta Deserves a Great Pour
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Spaghetti with Red Wine Braised Beef — Prunotto Barbera d’Alba
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Orecchiette with Duck Ragù — Storm Bay Pinot Noir
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Cavatelli with Local Prawns & Capers — Monte Tondo Soave
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Capunti with Prosciutto & Spinach in Sugo — Monte Guelfo Chianti DOCG
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Ravioli with Coral Trout & Crab in Leek Butter Sauce — Monte Zovo Pinot Grigio DOC
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Gnocchi with Pancetta, Sage, Lemon & Truffle — Rossetti Toscana Red
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Gnocchi with Portobello, Peas & Truffle — Barbera d’Alba
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Gnocchi with Pork & Fennel Sausage — Poggio Nero d’Avola
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Gnocchi with Braised Lamb, Olives & Pecorino — Ulisse Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
SECONDI – Bigger Plates, Bigger Wines
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Braised Angus Beef Brisket — Barbera d’Alba
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Pork Risotto with Pumpkin & Saffron — Storm Bay Pinot Noir
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Seafood Stew ‘Cacciucco’ — Alkoomi Sauvignon Blanc
CONTORNI – Sides You Didn’t Know Needed Wine
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Fries with Aioli — Newstead Lager or Aperol Spritz
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Tomato, Basil & Mozzarella Salad — Monte Guelfo Chianti
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Rocket & Pear Salad with Parmesan — Petit Amour Rosé
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Baby Cos & Pancetta Salad — Storm Bay Pinot Noir
PIZZE ROSSE – Tomato-Based Classics from the Woodfired Oven
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Margherita — Rossetti Chianti DOCG
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Pepperoni & Mushroom — Barbera d’Alba
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Prosciutto Crudo with Rocket & Truffle Oil — Monte Guelfo Chianti DOCG
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Soppressa Salami & Chilli — Poggio Nero d’Avola
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Prawns & Zucchini with Chilli — Monte Tondo Soave
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Beef Sausage, Salami & Bacon — Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
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Eggplant, Capsicum & Olive with Taleggio — Aquilani Sangiovese
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Anchovy, Artichoke & Goat’s Cheese — Monte Tondo Soave
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Capricciosa — Rossetti Chianti DOCG
PIZZE BIANCHE – Creamy, Cheesy Indulgence
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Pancetta & Pumpkin with Goat’s Cheese — Storm Bay Pinot Noir
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Cured Pork Loin with Taleggio & Mushrooms — Rossetti Toscana Red
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Pork & Fennel Sausage with Capsicum & Olive — Poggio Nero d’Avola
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Portobello with Truffle Sauce & Gorgonzola — Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
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Zucchini with Goat’s Cheese, Tomato & Pine Nuts — Monte Tondo Soave
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Smoked Speck, Potato & Onion — Storm Bay Pinot Noir
Bring the Right Bottle to the Table
At Factory 51, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all wine lists. Every season, we take a thoughtful approach to pairing—selecting wines that not only match our food but match our mood, our guests, and the time of year. Autumn is a season of richness and comfort, with dishes that invite a little more depth and warmth in the glass. That’s why you’ll find silky reds alongside bold pastas, and zesty whites paired with creamy cheeses or seafood. We want our guests to feel that every bite and sip is intentional—because it is. Whether you’re a seasoned wine lover or just discovering what you like, our menu is designed to guide you gently, not overwhelm you. It’s about discovery, delight, and that little spark of “wow” when the right match hits your palate.
A Brief History of Wine Pairing (And How to Master It)
Wine pairing may seem like a modern indulgence, but it’s a tradition as old as the vineyards themselves. In regions like Tuscany and Piedmont, wines evolved naturally alongside the local cuisine. Hearty reds paired perfectly with robust meats, while crisp whites mirrored the freshness of Mediterranean seafood. Over time, this became less about rules and more about intuition—where wine and food were both expressions of the same soil, climate, and culture.
Today, wine pairing is equal parts science and art. Sommeliers consider acidity, tannins, body, and aroma when recommending a match. But you don’t need a certification to enjoy wine the way it was meant to be shared.
Here’s a quick masterclass in pairing like a pro:
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Match Intensity
Rich, heavy dishes need wines with weight. Light meals deserve more delicate pours. -
Balance Acidity
Tomato-based dishes love acidic wines (hello, Chianti). Creamy sauces pair well with zippy whites like Pinot Grigio or Soave. -
Use Tannins Wisely
Tannins (in red wine) love fat and protein. Think lamb with Montepulciano or beef with Barbera. -
Complement or Contrast
You can mirror flavours—like earthy mushrooms with earthy reds—or contrast, such as salty prosciutto with a slightly sweet Rosé. -
Let Texture Guide You
Creamy gnocchi? Try a silky red. Crunchy fried seafood? A crisp white cuts beautifully through the richness.
Above all, drink what you love. The best pairings elevate both the dish and the glass, but your own palate is the final judge. At Factory 51, we’re here to help you discover new favourites and make every meal feel like a celebration.
Bring Your Appetite—and an Empty Glass
At Factory 51, our goal is simple: bring people together through food, wine, and genuine hospitality. We’ve crafted our Autumn 2025 menu with love—and selected wines to enhance every course, every flavour, every forkful.
So whether you’re sipping Pinot with pasta, Prosecco with antipasti, or finishing a truffle pizza with a bold Montepulciano, we invite you to taste the season with us.
Book your table today or view the menu online at factory51.com.au/bar-bistro —where the oven is hot, the wine is chilled, and every meal is worth celebrating.