{"title":"Wine with Chicken and Poultry","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe best wine with chicken and poultry, from roast chicken to duck, turkey and goose. Every bottle here is recommended for poultry dishes, chosen from white, red, rosé and sparkling wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWine with chicken: why it works with almost everything\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChicken is the most forgiving partner a wine can have. Its mild flavour lets the wine take the lead, so the real question is what goes on the plate with the bird: the sauce, the herbs, the cooking method and the side dishes. A simple roast chicken with herbs and a crispy skin, a creamy fricassee, a spicy curry and a grilled chicken salad each want different wines. As a rule, match the weight of the wine to the weight of the dish and let the sauce decide the colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich wine goes with roast chicken?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor roast chicken the classic choices are Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. A white Burgundy with a little oak and creaminess, such as Domaine Hubert Lamy's Saint-Aubin, matches the golden skin and the juices perfectly. A red Burgundy brings red fruit and gentle tannins: Domaine Marquis d'Angerville in Volnay, Domaine Sylvain Cathiard in Vosne-Romanée or Domaine Tollot-Beaut are lovely with a Sunday roast. Beaujolais from Jean Foillard in Morgon or Domaine Lapierre is a lighter, fruitier choice, and a German Riesling from Keller, Schäfer-Fröhlich or Markus Molitor works well when lemon and herbs are in the stuffing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChicken in cream or mushroom sauce\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreamy sauces call for a full, textured white. White Rhône wines such as Château Rayas' Châteauneuf-du-Pape blanc, Guigal's white Hermitage or Condrieu from Georges Vernay have the body for it. From the Jura, Domaine Pignier's Chardonnay and Savagnin bring a nutty note that is superb with mushrooms and morels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWine with duck, goose and turkey\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuck and goose are darker and richer, with fat that needs acidity and some tannin. Pinot Noir is again a winner, especially with duck breast and cherry or orange sauce, while confit and roast goose can handle a Bordeaux or a Rhône red. Mature Pessac-Léognan from Château Haut-Brion or Saint-Julien and Margaux châteaux are classic with roast duck, and Châteauneuf-du-Pape from Domaine Henri Bonneau suits goose with red cabbage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurkey is lean, so avoid powerful tannins. At Christmas and Thanksgiving, with stuffing, gravy and cranberry, choose a fruity Pinot Noir, a Beaujolais cru or a rich Chardonnay. If the table wants both colours, open one of each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSparkling wine and rosé with poultry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChampagne is underrated with chicken. A Blanc de Noirs or vintage Champagne from Bollinger, Egly-Ouriet or Philipponnat has the depth for fried chicken, chicken liver pâté or chicken in Champagne sauce. Provence rosé from Château Minuty or Domaines Ott is a natural fit for grilled chicken and summer salads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick guide: wine and poultry pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast chicken\u003c\/strong\u003e: white Burgundy, red Burgundy, cru Beaujolais.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChicken in cream sauce\u003c\/strong\u003e: oaked Chardonnay, white Rhône, Jura whites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpicy or Asian chicken\u003c\/strong\u003e: off-dry Riesling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuck\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pinot Noir, Bordeaux, northern Rhône Syrah.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurkey\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pinot Noir, Beaujolais, full-bodied Chardonnay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGoose\u003c\/strong\u003e: Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Bordeaux.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pinot-noir\"\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chardonnay\"\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/a\u003e, the wines of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/burgundy\"\u003eBurgundy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/beaujolais\"\u003eBeaujolais\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/riesling\"\u003eRiesling\u003c\/a\u003e for spicier dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ about wine with chicken and poultry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs red or white wine better with chicken?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth work. White wine suits most chicken dishes, especially with cream or lemon, while light reds such as Pinot Noir and Beaujolais are excellent with roast chicken and darker sauces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat wine goes with roast chicken?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChardonnay, especially white Burgundy, or a light red such as Pinot Noir or cru Beaujolais.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat wine goes with duck?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePinot Noir is the classic match. Bordeaux and Syrah also work well, especially with roast or confit duck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat wine goes with turkey?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fruity red with soft tannins, such as Pinot Noir or Beaujolais, or a full-bodied white such as Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan you drink Champagne with chicken?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. A rich vintage Champagne or Blanc de Noirs is excellent with roast or fried chicken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","products":[{"product_id":"2022-francois-buffet-savigny-les-beaune-1cru-les-narbantons","title":"2022 Francois Buffet, Savigny-les-Beaune 1Cru Les Narbantons","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 François Buffet Savigny-lès-Beaune 1er Cru Les Narbantons is a finely sculpted expression of Premier Cru Burgundy, combining aromatic lift, graceful texture, and a distinctly artisanal touch. Sourced from a historic site in Savigny-lès-Beaune, it reflects the estate’s gift for drawing out elegance and finesse from Pinot Noir.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows a bright, translucent ruby color with the classic clarity of refined Burgundy. 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The wine was disgorged in March 2022 and finished with a moderate dosage of 8 g\/L, carefully judged to support the fruit while preserving the wine’s sculpted, mineral backbone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a gastronomic Champagne that shines at the table. Pair it with refined dishes such as roasted poultry with jus, veal sweetbreads, creamy risottos with morels, turbot in a buttery sauce, or richer seafood preparations like lobster or scallops. Mature hard cheeses and aged Comté also make excellent partners, echoing its nutty and savory dimensions. Serve at around 10–12°C to allow the full aromatic spectrum to unfold. 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Disgorged at the end of 2019 with an ultra-low dosage of just 1 g\/L, this 2005 release is the eighth edition of this famed cuvée and was deliberately held back and released after the 2006 to allow further bottle maturation. It is a Champagne for collectors and connoisseurs, showcasing the precision, depth and saline intensity that have made Clos Saint-Hilaire one of the most sought-after wines in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2005 Clos Saint-Hilaire presents a luminous, golden hue with fine, persistent bubbles that form a delicate, creamy mousse. The nose is bright yet complex, opening with orchard fruit—baked apple, pear and quince—layered with aromas of dried fruits, toasted nuts, patisserie, and subtle warm spices. With air, more savoury notes emerge: hints of biscuit, roasted hazelnut, and a light touch of brioche over a clearly chalk-driven, mineral backbone.\n\nOn the palate, this is taut, refined and medium-bodied, with a remarkable tension for a 2005. The attack is precise and linear, driven by chalky minerality and vivid acidity that frame flavours of citrus zest, white stone fruit, dried fig and almond. Nuances of white pepper, pastry cream and a slight saline edge lead into a long, mouthwatering finish, with a faint, noble bitterness characteristic of the vintage adding grip and complexity. 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Finished with an ultra-brut dosage of just 1 g\/L, the wine is allowed to express the terroir’s chalky minerality, saline character and the natural structure of Pinot Noir without masking sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a gastronomic Champagne best paired with refined, flavourful dishes rather than simple aperitif fare. Think lobster or langoustines, scallops with beurre blanc, roast poultry with truffle, veal sweetbreads, or delicate dishes featuring mushrooms and root vegetables; it also shines alongside aged hard cheeses and subtly spiced dishes with white pepper or mild herbs. Serve at 10–12°C (50–54°F) to fully reveal its aromatic complexity and textural detail. 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This vintage stands out for its striking freshness and refinement, a testament to both the limestone terroir and the estate’s increasingly exacting approach in the vineyard and cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Canon 2021 shows a vibrant, deep ruby colour with youthful purple hues at the rim. The nose opens with pure notes of wild raspberries, red cherries and ripe plums, lifted by floral hints of iris and subtle top notes of licorice, mint and sweet baking spices. There is a distinct sense of clarity and definition in the aromatics, with the limestone minerality already peeking through.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, yet wonderfully elegant, with a fleshy, sensual core of red and dark berry fruit. Ultra-fine, powdery tannins wrap around a deep, seamless mid-palate, while bright, precise acidity keeps everything lively and focused. The finish is long, saline and mineral-driven, leaving lingering impressions of red fruit, flowers and a gentle spice. While already enticing in its youth, the structure and freshness suggest excellent aging potential over 10–20 years, gaining complexity and tertiary nuances with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Canon lies on the historic limestone plateau of Saint-Émilion, where thin clay soils over deep limestone bedrock give naturally low yields and an unmistakable mineral line to the wines. The vineyard is primarily planted to Merlot with a significant portion of Cabernet Franc, all farmed with painstaking attention to parcel-by-parcel detail. Grapes are harvested by hand at optimal ripeness and carefully sorted before vinification in temperature-controlled vats, allowing for gentle extraction to preserve finesse. 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While designed to be enjoyed young and over the next few years, Irrosso 2018 has enough structure to age gracefully for another 3–5 years, evolving towards more savory and tertiary notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIrrosso 2018 is sourced from younger vineyards in the hills around Montalcino, in southern Tuscany, where galestro (marl), limestone and rocky soils combine to give Sangiovese its hallmark tension and aromatic lift. The Mediterranean climate, with warm days and cooler nights, allows the grapes to ripen fully while preserving freshness. Grapes are harvested by hand at optimal ripeness and carefully sorted to ensure only healthy, perfectly mature bunches are used. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled vats to extract color and aroma gently, followed by maturation in large neutral oak and\/or used barrels. 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The cool Lamole site brings notable freshness and a long, sapid finish marked by mineral tones and savory, almost saline nuances. This 2019 vintage has the structure to develop further complexity over the next 8–12 years, gaining tertiary notes of dried flowers, leather, and forest floor while maintaining its vibrant backbone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFiletta di Lamole is sourced from about 9 hectares of organically farmed vineyards in the Lamole subzone of Chianti Classico, sitting at roughly 600 meters above sea level on poor, stony galestro and sandstone soils. This high‑altitude, cooler terroir slows ripening and preserves acidity, a key advantage in a warming climate. Grapes are harvested by hand, parcel by parcel, to ensure optimal ripeness and careful selection. In the cellar, Sangiovese is vinified traditionally, with gentle extractions to safeguard aromatic purity and finesse rather than heft. 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Delicate in appearance yet complex in character, it captures the tension between Etna’s volcanic energy and Nerello Mascalese’s naturally elegant style. This vintage offers a particularly pure and classic snapshot of Sicily’s volcanic hillsides, where old alberello (bush-trained) vines have long shaped some of Italy’s most distinctive reds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, this wine shows a luminous, transparent ruby red with a lightly garnet edge, hinting at finesse rather than sheer power. The nose is lifted and precise, with tart red cherries, blackcurrant, wild strawberries, and blue flowers layered over notes of iron filings, crushed stone, blood orange peel, and a subtle smoky-mineral edge that speaks clearly of volcanic origin.\n\nOn the palate, the 2020 Alberelli is taut, vertical, and finely etched. Bright acidity carries vibrant red fruit and citrus-inflected nuances, while the tannins are ultra-fine, slowly melting across the tongue and leaving a long, savory, mineral-laced finish. There’s both delicacy and depth here: the wine feels light on its feet yet offers persistent flavor and structure. Enjoyable now for its aromatic clarity and precision, it also has the balance and tannic backbone to develop additional complexity over the next 8–10 years, gaining more savory, earthy and tertiary notes with time in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Nerello Mascalese for Giodo Alberelli is sourced from high-altitude, alberello-trained vines rooted in the mineral-rich, decomposed lava and ash of Sicily’s volcanic terroir, most likely on the slopes of Mount Etna. These well-drained, rocky soils, combined with significant day–night temperature swings, yield grapes with concentrated aromas, fresh acidity, and refined tannins. Harvest is typically carried out by hand in small crates, allowing strict selection of perfectly ripe, healthy bunches. In the cellar, Carlo Ferrini favors a gentle, minimalist approach: careful destemming, a controlled fermentation to preserve aromatic purity, and measured extraction to highlight elegance over power. Aging in neutral or lightly used oak and\/or large casks helps to refine the tannins and integrate the wine’s volcanic minerality without masking its distinctive Nerello Mascalese character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Nerello Mascalese is wonderfully versatile at the table, pairing beautifully with dishes that echo its finesse and savory minerality. Think grilled or roasted lamb, herb-crusted pork, game birds, caponata, tomato-based pasta with Mediterranean herbs, mushroom risotto, or simply grilled tuna or swordfish. It also shines alongside aged pecorino, semi-hard cheeses, and charcuterie. Serve at around 16–18°C (60–64°F) to highlight its aromatic lift and freshness. A short decant of 30–45 minutes is recommended in its youth to help the wine open and reveal its floral and mineral layers; older bottles can be gently poured and enjoyed without extended aeration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGiodo is the personal project of renowned Italian oenologist Carlo Ferrini, long considered one of Italy’s leading consulting winemakers. Best known for his work in Tuscany—especially in Brunello di Montalcino—Ferrini created Giodo to craft wines that reflect his own vision of elegance, balance, and terroir transparency. After establishing a strong reputation with Sangiovese in Montalcino, he turned his attention to Sicily’s Nerello Mascalese, drawn by the unique volcanic landscapes and old-vine heritage. Today, Giodo is recognized as a rising star in the region, helping to elevate Nerello Mascalese to the same conversation as Italy’s great, ageworthy reds, and earning critical acclaim for wines that marry precision, charm, and a strong sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giodo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252153962833,"sku":"PS-7730882511048","price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/GiodoAlberelliNerelloMascalese2020.png?v=1783443481"}],"url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/collections\/wine-with-chicken-and-poultry.oembed","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}