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.

Châteauneuf-du-Pape "Grand Vin" rouge 2019 - Guigal, Château de Nalys

Châteauneuf-du-Pape "Grand Vin" red 2019 - Guigal, Château de Nalys

15,5 % vol
Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC
0.75 L

59,00 €

"Minimalist" Syrah Grenache Sans Sulfites rouge Bio 2023 - Les Jamelles

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

Sold in bundles of 6 bottles

8,45 €

Crozes-Hermitage "Cuvée L" rouge Bio 2022 - Domaine Combier

Crozes-Hermitage "Cuvée L" Organic Red 2023 - Domaine Combier

13 % vol
AOC Crozes-Hermitage
0.75 L

18,00 €

Crozes-Hermitage "La Guiraude" rouge 2020 - Domaine Alain Graillot

Crozes-Hermitage "La Guiraude" red 2020 - Domaine Alain Graillot

13 % vol
Crozes-Hermitage PDO
0.75 L

58,00 €

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 Nature Bio rouge 2020 - Famille Perrin

Côtes du Rhône Nature Organic Red Wine 2020 - Perrin Family

13,5 % vol
AOC Côtes du Rhône
0.75 L

10,00 €

Côtes du Rhône Saint Esprit rouge 2023 - Delas Frères

Côtes du Rhône Saint Esprit red 2023 - Delas Frères

14,5 % vol
AOC Côtes du Rhône
0.75 L

11,00 €

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 €

L'O de la Vie Minervois rouge 2021 - Domaine Anne Gros Et Jean-Paul Tollot

L'O de la Vie Minervois red 2021 - Domaine Anne Gros Et Jean-Paul Tollot

14 % vol
Minervois PDO
0.75 L

~~17,90 €~~ 16,11 €

Pic-Saint-Loup Bergerie de l'Hortus rouge 2023 - Domaine de l'Hortus

Pic-Saint-Loup Bergerie de l'Hortus red 2022 - Domaine de l'Hortus

14 % vol
AOC Languedoc Pic-Saint-Loup
0.75 L

17,90 €

Saint Joseph Les Challeys rouge 2023 - Delas Frères

Saint Joseph Les Challeys red 2023 - Delas Frères

12,5 % vol
AOC Saint-Joseph
0.75 L

22,50 €

Ventoux Pax rouge 2023 - Via Caritatis

15 % vol
Ventoux AOC
0.75 L

16,40 €

Emma Vin de France rouge 2022 - Domaine Gallety

Emma Vin de France red 2022 - Domaine Gallety

13,5 % vol
Vin de France
0.75 L

32,00 €

Cuvée Gallety Vin de France rouge 2022 - Domaine Gallety

Cuvée Gallety Vin de France red 2022 - Domaine Gallety

13,5 % vol
Vin de France
0.75 L

22,00 €

Closerie Saint Roc Vin de France rouge 2019 - Closerie Saint Roc

Closerie Saint Roc Vin de France red 2019 - Closerie Saint Roc

13 % vol
Vin de France
0.75 L

40,00 €

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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.