Wines for White Meats – Light White and Red Wines

Elegant whites, light reds, fruity rosés: our wines reveal the full finesse of white meats. An ideal selection for your everyday recipes as well as festive occasions.

Pinot Noir "Solaire" rouge Bio 2023 - Abbotts & Delaunay, Domaine de la Métairie d'Alon

14,5 % vol
IGP Pays d'Oc

34,50 €

Pinot Noir "Le Village" rouge Bio 2022 - Abbotts & Delaunay, Domaine de la Métairie d'Alon

13,5 % vol
IGP Pays d'Oc

~~21,95 €~~ 18,65 €

Nuits-Saint-Georges, Les Fleurières-Les Plantes au Baron Cuvée des Sœurs Hospitalières rouge 2021 - Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges

Nuits-Saint-Georges, Les Fleurières-Les Plantes au Baron Cuvée des Sœurs Hospitalières red 2021 - Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges

13 % vol
AOC Nuits-Saint-Georges

130,00 €

Pinot Noir "Le Métayage" rouge Bio 2022 - Abbotts & Delaunay

13,5 % vol
IGP Pays d'Oc

13,00 €

Pinot Noir "La Métairie" rouge Bio 2023 - Abbotts & Delaunay, Domaine de la Métairie d'Alon

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

~~40,00 €~~ 34,50 €

Pernand-Vergelesses "Les Boutières" rouge 2022 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

Pernand-Vergelesses "Les Boutières" red 2022 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

13 % vol
Pernand-Vergelesses AOC

45,00 €

Nuits-Saint-Georges Vieilles Vignes rouge 2021 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

Nuits-Saint-Georges Vieilles Vignes red 2021 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

13 % vol
Nuits-Saint-Georges PDO

64,00 €

Nuits-Saint-Georges Vieilles Vignes rouge 2022 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

Nuits-Saint-Georges Vieilles Vignes red 2022 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

13,5 % vol
Nuits-Saint-Georges PDO

69,00 €

Nuits-Saint-Georges Vieilles Vignes rouge 2020 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

Nuits-Saint-Georges Vieilles Vignes red 2020 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

14 % vol
Nuits-Saint-Georges PDO

64,00 €

Nuits-Saint-Georges Vieilles Vignes rouge 2018 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

Nuits-Saint-Georges Vieilles Vignes red 2018 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

14 % vol
Nuits-Saint-Georges PDO

59,00 €

Nuits-Saint-Georges Vieilles Vignes rouge 2017 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

Nuits-Saint-Georges Vieilles Vignes red 2017 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

13 % vol
Nuits-Saint-Georges PDO

59,00 €

Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru Les Saints-Georges rouge 2022 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru Les Saints-Georges red 2022 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

14,5 % vol
AOP Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru Les Saints-Georges

159,00 €

Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru Les Saints-Georges rouge 2020 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru Les Saints-Georges red 2020 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

14 % vol
AOP Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru Les Saints-Georges

115,00 €

Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru Les Vignerondes Cuvée Bernarde Delesclache rouge 2022 - Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges

Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru Les Vignerondes Cuvée Bernarde Delesclache red 2022 - Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges

13,5 % vol
AOC Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru

204,00 €

Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru Les Pruliers rouge 2020 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru Les Pruliers red 2020 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

14 % vol
AOP Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru Les Pruliers

96,00 €

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What wines go well with white meats?

Mild, tender, and lean, white meats such as veal, pork, turkey, or rabbit call for balanced, delicate, and refined wines. The right food and wine pairing allows you to fully appreciate the subtlety of these dishes. At Les Vins de Carole, we offer a curated selection of white, light red, rosé, and even sparkling wines to complement all your white meat recipes.

White wines: elegance and freshness

Dry white wines are particularly well-suited to white meats, especially when cooked in a sauce. A Chardonnay from Burgundy (Meursault, Montagny, Mâcon-Villages) offers a lovely roundness to accompany a veal stew or a turkey fillet in a cream sauce. A Chenin Blanc from the Loire Valley (Vouvray, Montlouis) provides a pleasant tension that complements slightly sweet and savory dishes or mild curries.

A Viognier with floral and yellow fruit notes pairs perfectly with a veal escalope or a pork roast with apricots. For simpler dishes, a Sauvignon Blanc from Sancerre or Quincy enhances the delicate flavor of the meat with a lively acidity.

Light red wines: pairings of pure finesse

Unlike red meats, white meats pair well with low-tannin reds . A Pinot Noir from Burgundy, a Gamay from Beaujolais, or a Cinsault from Languedoc are excellent accompaniments to grilled veal chops, kebabs, or filet mignon.

These red wines should be supple, fruity, and without excessive alcohol or oak, so as not to overpower the flavors of the meat. They can even be served slightly chilled for a lighter touch.

Rosé and sparkling wines: for modern pairings

Rosé wines from Provence, Languedoc, or Tavel, with their fruity and fresh aromas, pair well with grilled, marinated, or cold white meats. They are perfect for summer meals or casual buffets.

A Crémant de Loire or a Brut Champagne can add a lovely liveliness to a stuffed turkey dish, a cold roast pork, or a terrine. The bubbles bring lightness and cut through richer textures.

Service tips

Serve white wines between 10 and 12°C, light red wines between 14 and 16°C, rosé wines around 10°C, and sparkling wines between 6 and 8°C. Remember to match the intensity of the wine to the cooking method and the sauce: the spicier the dish, the more expressive the wine can be.

Our expert selection for your white meat dishes

At Les Vins de Carole, we offer a collection specially designed to enhance white meats. Renowned appellations, expressive grape varieties, and expert advice ensure that every dish finds its perfect partner in a bottle. Trust our selection for a harmonious tasting experience.