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.

Côtes du Rhône Nature Bio blanc 2023 - Famille Perrin

Côtes du Rhône Nature Organic White 2023 - Perrin Family

13,5 % vol
AOC Côtes du Rhône

9,90 €

Condrieu Clos Poncins blanc 2021 - Domaine Chirat

Condrieu Clos Poncins white 2021 - Domaine Chirat

15 % vol
AOP Condrieu

39,00 €

Condrieu La Doriane white 2022 - Guigal

15 % vol
Condrieu AOC

80,00 €

Condrieu Les Vieilles Vignes de Jacques Vernay blanc 2019 - Domaine Stéphane Ogier

Condrieu Les Vieilles Vignes de Jacques Vernay white 2019 - Domaine Stéphane Ogier

14 % vol
Condrieu PDO

89,00 €

Condrieu Lône blanc 2022 - Domaine Julien Pilon

Condrieu Lône white 2022 - Domaine Julien Pilon

14,5 % vol
Condrieu AOC

41,00 €

Condrieu Les Chays blanc 2023 - Domaine Chirat

Condrieu Les Chays white 2023 - Domaine Chirat

13 % vol
AOP Condrieu
0.75 L

31,00 €

Condrieu white 2020 - Guigal

13,5 % vol
Condrieu AOC

39,00 €

Condrieu blanc 2021 - Domaine Christophe Pichon

Condrieu white 2021 - Domaine Christophe Pichon

13,5 % vol
Condrieu PDO

39,00 €

Condrieu Coteau de Vernon blanc 2022 - Domaine Georges Vernay

Condrieu Coteau de Vernon white 2022 - Domaine Georges Vernay

14 % vol
Condrieu PDO

135,00 €

Reflets Secrets rosé 2023 - Les Jamelles

12,5 % vol
IGP Pays d'Oc
0.75 L

Sold in bundles of 6 bottles

~~10,10 €~~ 6,65 €

Tavel La Dame Rousse rosé Bio 2024 - Domaine de la Mordorée

Tavel La Dame Rousse Organic Rosé 2024 - Domaine de la Mordorée

13,5 % vol
AOC Tavel

17,00 €

Côte de Provence rosé 2024 - La Promenade

Côtes de Provence rosé 2024 - La Promenade

AOC Côtes de Provence

12,95 €

Cuvée Philippe Languedoc Terrasses du Larzac rouge 2021 - Domaine Le Clos Du Lucquier

Cuvée Philippe Languedoc Terrasses du Larzac red 2021 - Domaine Le Clos Du Lucquier

14 % vol
AOP Languedoc Terrasses du Larzac

14,40 €

Minervois Plaisir d'Eulalie rouge 2022 - Château Sainte Eulalie

Minervois Plaisir d'Eulalie red 2022 - Château Sainte Eulalie

14 % vol
Minervois PDO

8,00 €

Minervois-La Livinière La Cantilène rouge 2020 - Château Sainte Eulalie

Minervois-La Livinière La Cantilène red 2020 - Château Sainte Eulalie

14,5 % vol
Minervois-La Livinière PDO

17,00 €

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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.