The Host’s Guide to Comforting Wine and Food Pairings: Recipes
Duck Confit With Cherry Sauce
2023 Rayhill Vineyard Pinot Noir
Nothing pairs quite as beautifully as our 2023 Rayhill Vineyard Pinot Noir and duck with cherry sauce. The rich and succulent duck is balanced beautifully by the fresh acidity in the wine, while the cherry sauce emphasizes the red fruit notes, tying everything together.
Truffle Mac and Cheese
2023 Sangiacomo Chardonnay
The richly layered 2023 Sangiacomo Chardonnay pairs excellently with truffle mac and cheese, highlighting the creamy texture and subtle earthy notes of the wine while the fresh acidity cleanses the palate and invites another bite.
Roasted Pork Loin With Spiced Apples
2023 Hop Kiln Estate Pinot Noir
Roasted pork with spiced apples makes a great match for the 2023 Hop Kiln Estate Pinot Noir, showcasing dense fruit characteristics and hints of baking spice on the finish. This is a pairing that is sure to warm the soul.
Fresh-Baked Oatmeal Cookies
2023 Damaris Reserve Chardonnay
And for dessert, fresh-baked oatmeal cookies served with the 2023 Damaris Reserve Chardonnay make for a real heavenly treat! The key is to enjoy the cookies while they are still warm and most fragrant. The juxtaposition of the warm cookie with the cold Chardonnay creates a playful pairing that really enhances the spiced notes in the wine.
