Wines for Game – Powerful Reds and; Wild Pairings

Game birds or fur? Discover our powerful reds, our elegant vintages and even some whites or sweet wines for rich and indulgent pairings.
Vins pour Gibiers – Rouges puissants & Accords sauvages
Syrah rouge 2024 - Les Jamelles

Syrah rouge 2024 - Les Jamelles

  • 13,5 % vol
  • IGP Pays d'Oc
  • 0.75 L

Sold in bundles of 6 bottles

7,60 €

Syrah "Vallée de la Bretonne" rouge 2023 - Les Jamelles Sélection Parcellaire

Syrah "Vallée de la Bretonne" rouge 2023 - Les Jamelles Sélection Parcellaire

  • 15 % vol
  • IGP Pays d'Oc
  • 0.75 L

22,10 € 17,50 €
Languedoc rosé 2024 - Abbotts & Delaunay

Languedoc rosé 2024 - Abbotts & Delaunay

  • 13 % vol
  • AOC Languedoc
  • 0.75 L

8,90 €

Minervois "Cumulo Nimbus" rouge 2023 - Abbotts & Delaunay

Minervois "Cumulo Nimbus" rouge 2023 - Abbotts & Delaunay

  • 13,5 % vol
  • AOP Minervois
  • 0.75 L

19,05 €

Ventoux Pax rouge 2023 - Via Caritatis

Ventoux Pax rouge 2023 - Via Caritatis

  • 15 % vol
  • Ventoux AOC
  • 0.75 L

16,40 €

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Languedoc rosé 2025 - Abbotts & Delaunay
Languedoc rosé 2025 - Abbotts & Delaunay

Languedoc rosé 2025 - Abbotts & Delaunay

  • 12,5 % vol
  • AOC Languedoc
  • 0.75 L

8,90 €

Mourvèdre "Les Traverses" rouge 2020 - Les Jamelles Sélection Parcellaire

Mourvèdre "Les Traverses" rouge 2020 - Les Jamelles Sélection Parcellaire

  • 14,5 % vol
  • IGP Pays d'Oc
  • 0.75 L

22,10 €

Côte Rôtie La Rose Brune rouge 2022 - Domaine Chirat

Côte Rôtie La Rose Brune red 2022 - Domaine Chirat

  • 13 % vol
  • AOP Côte Rôtie
  • 0.75 L

45,00 €

Côtes du Rhône Réserve rouge 2023 - Famille Perrin

Côtes du Rhône Réserve red 2023 - Perrin Family

  • 13,5 % vol
  • AOC Côtes du Rhône
  • 0.75 L

9,50 €

Cabernet Sauvignon rouge 2024 - Les Jamelles

Cabernet Sauvignon rouge 2024 - Les Jamelles

  • 13,5 % vol
  • IGP Pays d'Oc
  • 0.75 L

Sold in bundles of 6 bottles

7,60 €

"Minimalist" Syrah Grenache Sans Sulfites rouge 2025 - Les Jamelles

"Minimalist" Syrah Grenache Sans Sulfites rouge 2025 - Les Jamelles

  • 14 % vol
  • IGP Pays d'Oc
  • 0.75 L

8,45 € 6,95 €
Côtes du Rhône Belleruche rouge 2024 - M. Chapoutier

Côtes du Rhône Belleruche red 2024 - M. Chapoutier

  • 13,5 % vol
  • AOC Côtes du Rhône
  • 0.75 L

9,95 €

Pic-Saint-Loup "Sous la Falaise" rouge Bio 2023 - Abbotts & Delaunay

Pic-Saint-Loup "Sous la Falaise" rouge Bio 2023 - Abbotts & Delaunay

  • 14,5 % vol
  • AOC Languedoc Pic-Saint-Loup
  • 0.75 L

25,10 €

Côtes du Roussillon Villages Latour-de-France "Le Sarrat" rouge Bio 2023 - Abbotts & Delaunay

Côtes du Roussillon Villages Latour-de-France "Le Sarrat" rouge Bio 2023 - Abbotts & Delaunay

  • 13,5 % vol
  • AOC Côtes du Roussillon Villages Latour-de-France
  • 0.75 L

25,10 €

Châteauneuf-du-Pape Clos du Roi rouge Bio 2022 - Château Gigognan

Châteauneuf-du-Pape Clos du Roi rouge Bio 2022 - Château Gigognan

  • 14,5 % vol
  • AOP Châteauneuf-du-Pape
  • 0.75 L

39,00 €

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Which wines should you choose to accompany game?

Intense meats, powerful textures, complex aromas: game deserves characterful, structured, and well-balanced wines. Whether you're preparing a hare stew, a venison fillet, or a wild boar terrine, pairing game with wine demands wines capable of standing up to the richness of these dishes. Les Vins de Carole has selected powerful, aged red wines for you, as well as a few white and sweet wines for more original pairings.

Characterful red wines: natural allies for game.

For red-fleshed game such as roe deer, red deer, or wild boar, choose tannic and complex red wines . A Châteauneuf-du-Pape , a Cornas , or a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru offers a perfect structure to accompany stews, marinated dishes, or dishes with wine sauce.

Madiran , Cahors , and Minervois offer full-bodied wines with ripe tannins that perfectly balance the intensity of game. Grape varieties such as Syrah , Cabernet Sauvignon , Malbec , and Mourvèdre are prominent in these wines.

Subtle pairings: white and sweet wines with game birds

For game birds (pheasant, pigeon, quail), you can opt for finer reds such as a Pinot Noir from Burgundy or a Chinon . These elegant wines, with supple tannins and aromas of small red fruits, enhance without overpowering the flavors of the dish.

A more daring pairing involves combining a sweet Jurançon or a late-harvest Gewurztraminer with a terrine or game liver. These wines bring a sweetness that contrasts pleasantly with the texture and intensity of the meat.

Service tips

Serve robust reds between 16 and 18°C, after aeration or decanting. More delicate reds are best enjoyed at 14–16°C. Sweet wines should be served around 10–12°C. For dishes with sauces, choose wines with good length and tannins softened by age.

Match the intensity of the wine to the dish: a red wine sauce calls for a robust vintage, while roasted or grilled game can be paired with a more elegant red. Remember to open your bottles an hour before the meal to allow the wine to fully express itself.

Our selection for authentic pairings

The "Game" collection from Vins de Carole brings together age-worthy wines, prestigious appellations, and distinctive vintages. Whether you're preparing a rustic dish or a gourmet recipe, you'll find the perfect wine here to complement the richness of game. Give your autumn and winter tables a wine pairing worthy of your culinary creations.