There's something deeply satisfying about a beautifully preserved fish — briny, rich, and full of character — paired with a wine that makes it sing. At Rendina's Butchery, we've curated a range of exceptional tinned and fresh fish alongside some seriously good drops. Whether you're building a grazing board, planning a weeknight dinner, or looking for a gift that actually impresses, here's how to get the most out of both.
Spanish Mackerel: Bold, Beautiful & Unapologetic
The Good Fish Spanish Mackerel in Extra Virgin Olive Oil is the kind of tin you open and immediately want to eat straight with a fork. Caught sustainably and preserved in quality EVOO, the fish is firm, flavourful, and deeply satisfying on its own — or draped across crusty sourdough with a squeeze of lemon.
Wine match: The Cullen Margaret River Semillon Sauvignon Blanc is the pairing here. Its bright citrus acidity and herbaceous lift cut right through the richness of the mackerel, refreshing the palate between bites and making the whole experience feel effortless.
→ Shop Good Fish Spanish Mackerel Tin (125g)
→ Shop Good Fish Spanish Mackerel Glass Jar (192g)
→ Shop Cullen Margaret River Semillon Sauvignon Blanc
Salmon: The Crowd-Pleaser with Real Depth
Salmon is one of those ingredients that rewards quality. Our Good Fish Salmon in Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil is silky, rich, and miles from the overly salty tinned salmon you might remember. For something fresh and impressive, the This Fish Organic Atlantic Salmon delivers restaurant-quality results at home — two portions per pack, MSC certified, and ready to cook.
Wine match: The Richmond Plains Pinot Gris is a natural partner for salmon. It has enough body to stand up to the fish's richness, with stone fruit, gentle spice, and a clean finish that keeps things light and elegant.
→ Shop Good Fish Salmon Tin (120g)
→ Shop Good Fish Salmon Glass Jar (195g)
→ Shop This Fish Organic Atlantic Salmon (280g)
→ Shop Richmond Plains Pinot Gris
Tuna: The Pantry Hero, Elevated
Forget everything you think you know about tinned tuna. The Good Fish Tuna in Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil is flaky, moist, and deeply savoury — a world away from the dry, flavourless stuff. It's perfect tossed through a salad with capers and olives, layered into a Niçoise, or simply eaten from the tin with a glass of something good.
Wine match: Try the Natural Wine Co. Preservative Free Shiraz for an unexpected but genuinely rewarding pairing. Light-bodied and earthy, this preservative-free red works beautifully with tuna as part of a grazing or antipasto spread. Yes, red with fish — trust us on this one.
→ Shop Good Fish Tuna Tin (120g)
→ Shop Good Fish Tuna Glass Jar (195g)
→ Shop The Natural Wine Co. Preservative Free Shiraz
Anchovies: The Secret Weapon in Your Pantry
The Fish 4 Ever Anchovy Fillets are one of the most flavour-packed, versatile things you can keep on hand. Draped over crusty bread with butter, melted into pasta sauce, layered onto a pizza, or served straight from the tin on a board — anchovies punch way above their weight. Once you start cooking with them, you'll wonder how you managed without them.
Wine match: The Cullen Mangan Red Moon is our pick here. A biodynamic red with earthy depth and complexity, it stands up beautifully to anchovies' intense umami and saltiness. It's a pairing that will genuinely surprise you.
→ Shop Fish 4 Ever Anchovy Fillets (95g)
→ Shop Cullen Mangan Red Moon
Wild Pacific Pink Salmon: Sustainable & Stunning
The Fish 4 Ever Wild Pacific Pink Salmon is everything we look for in a pantry fish: sustainably wild-caught, minimally processed, and genuinely flavourful. It's a great option for salmon fishcakes, a quick salmon pasta, or simply flaked through a grain salad with herbs and lemon.
Wine match: Come back to the Cullen Semillon Sauvignon Blanc — it's that versatile. Or if you have something sparkling on hand, bubbles and salmon are never a bad idea.
→ Shop Fish 4 Ever Wild Pacific Pink Salmon (213g)
→ Shop Cullen Margaret River Semillon Sauvignon Blanc
Sea Bream: The Elegant One
If you haven't tried the This Fish Organic Sea Bream, now is the time. Delicately flavoured and incredibly versatile, sea bream is beautiful pan-fried with capers and brown butter, baked whole in the oven, or cooked simply on the barbecue. Two portions per pack, organically certified, and sourced with integrity.
Wine match: The Richmond Plains Pinot Gris again shines here — its softness and fruit-forward profile pair elegantly with the subtle, sweet flavour of sea bream without overpowering it.
→ Shop This Fish Organic Sea Bream (300g)
→ Shop Richmond Plains Pinot Gris
Build Your Own Fish & Wine Night
The beauty of pairing tinned and fresh fish with great wine is that it doesn't have to be complicated. Open a tin, pour a glass, and let the quality of the ingredients do the work. Every fish and wine in this guide is available now in our online store — order together and we'll have it ready for pickup or local delivery.
Browse our full range and put together your own pairing tonight.
