Wines that pair with
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Red · Medium · Dry
Pinot Noir (red) or Chardonnay (white) from the world's most expensive dirt. Translucent, perfumed, ethereal at the top of the hierarchy; honest and pleasant lower down. Drink slowly, with reverence.
Why it works with Duck & Peppercorns
Red Burgundy IS duck wine — centuries of French regional cooking attests.
White · Medium · Dry
The most-planted white grape and the most chameleon-like. Crisp and steely from Chablis; rich, oaky, and tropical from California. Read the label, then match the style to the dish.
Why it works with Duck & Peppercorns
Chardonnay's body matches poultry's mild richness.
Red · Medium · Dry
The blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre that fills every wine list in France for a reason — friendly, peppery, slightly rustic, made to wash down anything from grilled vegetables to lamb stew.
Why it works with Duck & Peppercorns
Rhône blends with peppery warmth handle richer duck preparations like confit.
Red · Light · Dry
Burgundy's most temperamental grape, but the rewards are real — translucent ruby with a perfumed lift of red cherry, forest floor, and clove. Silken tannins and bright acid make it the most versatile red on the table; serve cool, around 58°F.
Why it works with Duck & Peppercorns
Burgundy + duck is the gold-standard pairing — earthy red meets gamy bird at their own level.
White · Light · Dry
Citrus, cut grass, and a wire of acid. Marlborough makes it loudest; Sancerre makes it most refined. Either way, it cuts cleanly through goat cheese, herbs, and anything with shellfish.
Why it works with Duck & Peppercorns
Crisp white refreshes lighter poultry preparations.
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