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.

Sancerre "Les Belles Vignes" rouge 2021 - Domaine Fournier Père et Fils

Sancerre "Les Belles Vignes" red 2021 - Domaine Fournier Père et Fils

13 % vol
Sancerre AOC

20,70 €

Saint-Aubin Premier Cru Sur le sentier du Clou rouge 2022 - Domaine Larue

13 % vol
AOP Saint-Aubin Premier Cru On the Clou Trail

35,00 €

Saint-Romain rouge 2022 - Christophe Buisson

Saint-Romain red 2022 - Christophe Buisson

13 % vol
Saint-Romain PDO

42,00 €

Rosé de Pinot Noir "Les Graves" rosé Bio 2023 - Abbotts & Delaunay, Domaine de la Métairie d'Alon

13,5 % vol
IGP Pays d'Oc

29,90 €

Rully Montmorin rouge 2020 - Domaine Jacques Dury

Rully Montmorin red 2020 - Domaine Jacques Dury

13,5 % vol
Rully PDO

27,00 €

Rosé de Pinot Noir "Les Graves" rosé Bio 2024 - Abbotts & Delaunay, Domaine de la Métairie d'Alon

13,5 % vol
IGP Pays d'Oc

29,90 €

Pommard La Levrière rouge 2017 - Domaine Dugat-Py

Pommard La Levrière red 2017 - Domaine Dugat-Py

13 % vol
AOP Pommard

150,00 €

Pommard Premier Cru Les Epenots rouge 2020 - Domaine Dubreuil Fontaine

Pommard Premier Cru Les Epenots red 2020 - Domaine Dubreuil Fontaine

13 % vol
Pommard Premier Cru AOP

72,00 €

Pommard Premier Cru Les Epenots rouge 2021 - Domaine Dubreuil Fontaine

Pommard Premier Cru Les Epenots red 2021 - Domaine Dubreuil Fontaine

13 % vol
Pommard Premier Cru AOP

75,00 €

Pommard Premier Cru Les Fremiers rouge 2018 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

Pommard Premier Cru Les Fremiers red 2018 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

AOP Pommard Premier Cru Les Fremiers

86,00 €

Pommard Premier Cru Les Chaponnières rouge 2022 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

Pommard Premier Cru Les Chaponnières red 2022 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

13,5 % vol
Pommard Premier Cru Les Chaponnières AOP

99,00 €

Pommard Premier Cru Les Chaponnières rouge 2020 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

Pommard Premier Cru Les Chaponnières red 2020 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

14,5 % vol
Pommard Premier Cru Les Chaponnières AOP

86,00 €

Pommard Premier Cru Clos Blanc rouge 2022 - Domaine Machard De Gramont

Pommard Premier Cru Clos Blanc red 2022 - Domaine Machard De Gramont

13,5 % vol
AOP Pommard Premier Cru Clos Blanc

49,90 €

Pommard Premier Cru Les Chaponnières rouge 2021 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

Pommard Premier Cru Les Chaponnières red 2021 - Maison Edouard Delaunay

13,5 % vol
Pommard Premier Cru Les Chaponnières AOP

90,00 €

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

13,5 % vol
IGP Pays d'Oc

~~21,95 €~~ 18,65 €

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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.