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Tortellini in brodo (hand-filled meat pasta in clear broth)

Wine with food: Tortellini in brodo in clear broth alongside a glass of Lambrusco di Sorbara.

A heart-warming piece of Emilian culinary culture for festive moments When it comes to finding the ideal wine to accompany one of Bologna’s most traditional classics, a sure instinct is required. With Tortellini in Brodo, the theme of wine and food is defined by the subtle elegance of a deep meat broth and the spicy […]

Aloses à la Bordelaise (grilled allis shad Bordelaise style)

Wine with food: Grilled allis shad Bordelais style alongside a glass of Graves white wine.

A rare specialty from Garonne fishermen in the spirit of regional tradition If you’re looking for the perfect wine to accompany one of southwest France’s most exclusive seasonal delicacies, shad is second to none. The wine and food theme here is defined by a short window of time in spring, when the Alosen migrate up […]

Huîtres d’Arcachon (fresh oysters from the Bay of Arcachon)

Wine with food: Fresh oysters from Arcachon on ice alongside a glass of Entre-deux-Mers white wine.

The maritime treasures of the Atlantic coast as a purist taste experience If you are looking for the perfect wine to accompany one of the sea’s finest offerings, the Huîtres d’Arcachon are second to none. The wine and food theme of these world-famous oysters is defined by the salty breeze of the Atlantic and the […]

Lamproie à la Bordelaise (lamprey in wine and blood sauce)

Wine with the meal: Lamproie à la Bordelaise in a dark sauce alongside a glass of Pomerol wine.

The archaic masterpiece of classic Bordelais river cuisine If you are looking for the perfect wine to accompany one of France’s most unusual and historic specialties, lamproie à la Bordelaise is a fascinating subject. The subject of wine and food takes on an almost mystical dimension here, as this invertebrate aquatic animal has been considered […]

Cèpes à la Bordelaise (porcini mushrooms with garlic, shallots and parsley)

Wine with food: Bordelais-style roasted porcini mushrooms alongside a glass of Saint-Estèphe red wine.

The autumnal essence of the forests of the southwest for discerning connoisseurs If you are looking for the perfect wine to accompany a dish that celebrates the earthy depths of the forest, cèpes à la Bordelaise are an exquisite choice. The wine and food theme here is defined by the mineral and mushroomy flavors that […]

Foie gras de canard (fried duck liver)

Wine with food: Roast duck liver on brioche alongside a glass of Sauternes wine.

The luxurious delicacy from the culinary heart of southwest France If you are looking for the perfect wine to accompany one of the world’s most exclusive starters, there is no way around foie gras. The theme of wine and food finds its absolute perfection here, as the creamy texture of duck liver presents a sensory […]

Confit de canard (duck leg cooked in its own fat)

Wine with food: Crispy confit de canard alongside a glass of Haut-Médoc red wine.

The rustic delicacy of Gascony as a culinary highlight If you are looking for the perfect wine to accompany a classic of French country cuisine, Confit de Canard is an excellent choice. The wine and food theme here is characterized by the special preparation method, in which the duck legs are cooked for hours in […]

Pigeon à la Bordelaise (pigeon with bacon, onions and peas)

Wine with food: Bordelais-style braised pigeon alongside a glass of Saint-Émilion red wine.

A classic of French wildfowl cuisine from the heart of the Bordelais If you are looking for the perfect wine to accompany a dish that embodies the rural elegance of south-western France, the Pigeon à la Bordelaise is an exquisite choice. The combination of tender pigeon meat, salty bacon and the sweetness of young peas […]

Ris de Veau (sweetbreads with porcini mushrooms in cream sauce)

Wine with food: Roasted veal sweetbreads with porcini mushrooms alongside a glass of white Pessac-Léognan.

The noble crowning glory of French offal cuisine for real gourmets If you are looking for the perfect food wine for one of the finest ingredients in classic haute cuisine, sweetbreads are unrivaled. The wine and food theme reaches a level of rare elegance and depth of flavor with this dish. Ris de Veau impresses […]

Grenier Médocain (spicy, cold meat specialty made from pork stomach)

Wine with the meal: Grenier Médocain slices alongside a glass of Listrac-Médoc red wine.

The rustic soul of the winegrowers from the heart of the Médoc If you are looking for the perfect wine to accompany a meal for a true regional curiosity deeply rooted in peasant tradition, there is no way around Grenier Médocain. In the world of wine and food, this specialty is considered the epitome of […]

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