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.

Mercurey Vieilles Vignes rouge 2022 - Domaine Francois Raquillet

Mercurey Vieilles Vignes red 2022 - Domaine Francois Raquillet

13,5 % vol
Mercurey PDO

32,00 €

Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru Les Millandes rouge 2019 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru Les Millandes red 2019 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

14,5 % vol
AOP Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru Les Millandes

109,00 €

Mercurey Vieilles Vignes Rouge 2021 - Domaine Tupinier Bautista

13 % vol
AOP Mercurey

29,00 €

Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru Les Millandes rouge 2018 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru Les Millandes red 2018 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

14,5 % vol
AOP Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru Les Millandes

109,00 €

Mercurey Premier Cru Les Vasées rouge 2021 - Domaine Francois Raquillet

Mercurey Premier Cru Les Vasées red 2021 - Domaine Francois Raquillet

13 % vol
AOP Mercurey Premier Cru Les Vasées

35,00 €

Mercurey Vieilles Vignes rouge 2021 - Domaine Charton

Mercurey Vieilles Vignes red 2021 - Domaine Charton

13 % vol
AOP Mercurey
0.75 L

27,00 €

Mercurey Premier Cru Le Clos du Roy rouge 2021 - Domaine Charton

Mercurey Premier Cru Le Clos du Roy red 2021 - Domaine Charton

13 % vol
AOP Mercurey Premier Cru Le Clos du Roy

37,00 €

Mercurey Premier Cru Le Clos du Roy rouge 2022 - Domaine Charton

Mercurey Premier Cru Le Clos du Roy red 2022 - Domaine Charton

13 % vol
AOP Mercurey Premier Cru Le Clos du Roy

37,00 €

Mercurey Clos du Chapitre rouge 2022 - Domaine Charton

Mercurey Clos du Chapitre red 2022 - Domaine Charton

13 % vol
AOP Mercurey

32,00 €

Marsannay Trois Terres Vieilles Vignes rouge Bio 2020 - Domaine Jean Fournier

Marsannay Trois Terres Vieilles Vignes Organic Red 2020 - Domaine Jean Fournier

12,5 % vol
AOP Marsannay

59,90 €

Mercurey Clos de Touches rouge 2021 - Domaine Tupinier Bautista

Mercurey Clos de Touches red 2021 - Domaine Tupinier Bautista

13 % vol
AOP Mercurey

35,00 €

Marsannay Le Chapitre rouge Bio 2021 - Domaine Jean Fournier

13 % vol
AOP Marsannay

39,00 €

Marsannay Clos du Roy rouge Bio 2021 - Domaine Jean Fournier

Marsannay Clos du Roy Organic Red Wine 2021 - Domaine Jean Fournier

13,5 % vol
AOP Marsannay

43,00 €

Marsannay "En Combereau" rouge 2020 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

Marsannay "En Combereau" red 2020 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

13,5 % vol
AOP Marsannay

42,00 €

Maranges Premier Cru La Fussière rouge 2021 - Domaine Bruno Colin

Maranges Premier Cru La Fussière red 2021 - Domaine Bruno Colin

13 % vol
AOP Maranges Premier Cru La Fussière

60,00 €

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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.