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Chestnuts: red suits them so well

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Perfect Wine Pairings for Chestnut Dishes

After the grape harvest, it's time to pick chestnuts! Whether served in a savory dish or as a dessert, this autumn fruit shines on the plate. Here are two wine suggestions to accompany chestnut dishes.

Savory: Turkey with Chestnuts and a Bold Red Wine

Tender, meaty, creamy, and buttery, stuffed turkey with chestnuts offers a rich aromatic profile. To achieve a harmonious pairing, the wine must complement the dish's characteristics, enhancing each element. Wines from the RhĂ´ne Valley, such as Gigondas or Vacqueyras, known for their bold and spicy profiles, will be ideal.

Our suggestion: Gigondas from Domaine de Cabasse

Sweet: Chestnut Cream and a Sweet Natural Wine

Smooth, creamy, and sweet, chestnut cream is distinctive in flavor. To match its richness, the accompanying wine should be sweet, generous, and full of character. A sweet red wine, such as those from Rivesaltes or Maury, fits this profile perfectly. These powerful, sweet, and liqueur-like wines will complement the demanding chestnut cream beautifully.

Alternatively, a white wine with a rich, opulent structure can also pair well. Opt for a yellow wine from Jura, such as Étoile or Arbois. Known for its expressive and complex notes of honey, nuts, curry, apple, and toasted bread, yellow wine offers the aromatic complexity needed to stand up to the intense flavor of chestnut cream.

Our suggestion: Muscat de Rivesaltes from Domaine de la Perdrix