

Don't want to fumble around to determine your ideal pairing? Need to buy a wine in a hurry to match a specific dish? Here is a list of classic pairings with 50 dishes that are among the French favorites. While these pairings work every time, they are by no means to be taken literally. Feel free to try other combinations, near or far. If you are not adventurous, this list is nevertheless a reliable guide.
duck breast
magret de canard
Bordeaux, Pécharmant
Pan-seared duck breast fillet, usually served rare or medium-rare with its crispy layer of fat. The meat has a rich and intense flavor, similar to red meat. Often enjoyed sliced, accompanied by sautéed potatoes or a red fruit sauce.
couscous
couscous
wines from the Maghreb, Costières-de-Nîmes, Languedoc, Tavel rosé
Iconic dish from North Africa made with steamed wheat semolina, served with a vegetable broth and various meats (lamb, chicken, merguez). The texture is granular and fluffy, with spicy and fragrant flavors. Eaten hot, by mixing semolina, broth, and toppings, often enhanced with harissa.
rib steak
côte de bœuf
Côtes-du-Rhône, Languedoc
Large cut of beef with its bone, grilled or roasted to remain rare in the center. The meat is marbled, juicy, and very flavorful. Ideal for sharing, this dish is traditionally served with fries, grilled vegetables, or a béarnaise sauce.
steak and fries
steak-frites
Beaujolais, Saumur-Champigny, Côtes-de-Bourg
A pan-fried beef steak served with crispy French fries. It's a French brasserie classic, simple and tasty. The meat can be tender or firmer depending on the cut chosen, to be enjoyed with a little mustard or a pepper sauce.
raclette
raclette
Savagnin du Jura, Roussette-de-Savoie
Raclette cheese melted at the table and scraped onto boiled potatoes, accompanied by charcuterie and gherkins. It is a rich, creamy, and very convivial dish. Perfect for winter meals, it is eaten hot as soon as the cheese is melted.
grilled salmon fillet
pavé de saumon grillé
Riesling, Chablis
Thick salmon fillet cooked in a pan or grilled, often served with crispy skin. The flesh is pink, fatty, and flakes into melting strips. Delicate and rich flavor, usually served with rice, green vegetables, or a light sauce.
endives with ham
endives au jambon
Pinot Blanc, Bourgogne Aligoté, Anjou Blanc
Braised endives wrapped in a slice of cooked ham, topped with béchamel sauce and gratinated with cheese. The bitterness of the endive contrasts with the creamy sweetness of the sauce and the saltiness of the ham. A comforting and gratinated family dish.
roast chicken
poulet rôti
Bourgogne rouge, Tavel rosé
Whole chicken cooked in the oven until the skin is golden and crispy. The white meat is tender and juicy. A traditional Sunday dish, it is often served with potatoes cooked in the cooking juices.
lasagna bolognese
lasagnes à la bolognaise
Bandol, Patrimonio rouge
Italian pasta dish composed of layers of wide pasta sheets, minced meat and tomato sauce, béchamel, and grated cheese. Everything is baked to obtain a golden and melting gratin. Rich, tasty, and very filling.
spaghetti bolognese
spaghettis à la bolognaise
Côtes-du-Rhône-Villages
Long cylindrical pasta served with a slow-cooked sauce based on minced beef, tomatoes, and aromatics. It is a simple, popular, and hearty dish. Enjoyed hot, twirled around the fork, often sprinkled with Parmesan.
ratatouille
ratatouille
Costières-de-Nîmes, Rosé de Provence, Côtes-du-Rhône
Provençal stew of sun-kissed vegetables: zucchini, eggplant, peppers, tomatoes, and onions simmered in olive oil. Melting texture and fragrant vegetable flavors with herbs from Provence. Can be eaten hot or cold, alone or as an accompaniment to grilled meats.
mussels and fries
moules-frites
Muscadet, Entre-Deux-Mers
Fresh mussels cooked in a broth of white wine, shallots, and parsley, served with fries. The mussels are tender and briny, the fries crispy. A brasserie classic to be eaten with your fingers using an empty shell as tongs.
veal blanquette
blanquette de veau
Mâconnais blanc, Limoux blanc
Veal stew simmered in a creamy white sauce thickened with egg, with carrots, onions, and mushrooms. The meat is very tender and the flavor is mild and creamy. Traditionally served with white rice to spoon the sauce over.
4-hour leg of lamb
gigot d'agneau de 4 heures
Médoc, Côte-Rôtie
Lamb leg cooked very slowly in the oven for several hours until confit. The meat is extremely tender and falls off the spoon ('à la cuillère'). Intense and caramelized flavors, often served with flageolet beans or potatoes.
beef bourguignon
bœuf bourguignon
Bourgogne rouge, Mercurey, Gigondas
Traditional beef stew marinated and cooked for a long time in Burgundy red wine with mushrooms, pearl onions, and bacon bits. The sauce is dark, rich, and winey, the meat tender. A comforting winter dish served with potatoes or pasta.
stuffed tomatoes
tomates farcies
Côtes-du-Rhône-Villages, Côtes-de-Provence rosé
Hollowed-out tomatoes filled with a seasoned sausage meat mixture, then baked. The tomato becomes tender and juicy, infusing the filling with its tangy flavor. A family dish often served with rice cooked in the tomato juices.
pot-au-feu
pot-au-feu
Chinon, Bourgueil
Beef meat boiled for a long time in a broth with winter vegetables (leeks, carrots, turnips) and a bouquet garni. The broth is clear and fragrant, the meat tender and fibrous. The broth is enjoyed as soup, then the meat and vegetables with mustard and gherkins.
gratin dauphinois
gratin dauphinois
Côtes-du-Rhône blanc, Arbois rouge
Potatoes cut into thin slices and baked in a mixture of cream and milk flavored with garlic. Melting and creamy texture with a golden crust on top. A rich and classic accompaniment to roasted meats.
tartiflette
tartiflette
Savoie blanc, Côtes-du-Rhône blanc
Savoyard gratin made of potatoes, smoked bacon bits, onions, and topped with melted Reblochon cheese. It is a very rich, creamy dish with a powerful cheese flavor. Ideal after a day out in the cold or skiing.
pizza margherita
pizza margherita
Côtes-de-Provence rosé, Gigondas
Classic thin-crust pizza topped with tomato sauce, melted mozzarella, and fresh basil leaves. Simple and balanced, it highlights the flavor of the tomato and the creaminess of the cheese. Eaten hot, by hand or with cutlery.
rabbit with mustard
lapin à la moutarde
Chinon, Bourgueil
Rabbit pieces brushed with mustard and gently simmered, often with a little fresh cream. The lean rabbit meat becomes tender and absorbs the creamy, tangy sauce. Usually served with tagliatelle or steamed potatoes.
duck confit
confit de canard
Cahors, Irouléguy
Duck thigh salted then cooked very slowly in its own fat to preserve it. The skin is golden and very crispy, the meat is tender and stringy. A specialty from the Southwest with an intense flavor, often served with potatoes sautéed in duck fat.
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